Experienced batter Paras Dogra will lead Jammu and Kashmir in the forthcoming domestic cricket season. He has been appointed captain for the Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament, which kicks off on August 15. Dogra’s appointment underscores his significant role and extensive experience, as he prepares to steer the team through this prestigious competition. His leadership and batting prowess will be pivotal for Jammu and Kashmir’s performance in the tournament.
Paras Dogra will Represent Jammu and Kashmir:
Paras Dogra, who featured for India ‘A’ in unofficial Tests against West Indies ‘A’ in 2013, has had a distinguished career with Himachal Pradesh from 2001 to 2017 and Pondicherry from 2018/19 to 2023/24. Now, he steps into a new role as the captain of Jammu and Kashmir for the Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament. Dogra will lead a 15-member squad in a competitive Group D, which includes Chhattisgarh and Baroda.
Jammu and Kashmir will kick off their campaign against Chhattisgarh at Natham from August 15-18, followed by a match against Baroda at the same venue from August 21-24. Dogra’s leadership and experience are expected to play a crucial role as the team navigates through these challenging fixtures.
The senior men’s selection committee, chaired by Vidya Bhaskar, has announced a notable squad for Jammu and Kashmir. In addition to captain Paras Dogra, the team features vice-captain Shubham Khajuria, alongside key players such as Vivrant Sharma, Abdul Samad, Abid Mushtaq, Yudhvir Singh, and Auqib Nabi. These names bring a mix of experience and emerging talent to the squad, promising a competitive edge in the upcoming Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament.
Revived by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) last year after a six-year hiatus, the Buchi Babu tournament will be played in a four-day red-ball format. This format mirrors the structure used in the Ranji Trophy league stages, ensuring a rigorous test for all participating teams as they battle it out in a traditional cricketing format.
The Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament is a crucial preparatory event for the 12 teams gearing up for the 2024/25 domestic season. Group A features Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Hyderabad; Group B includes Railways, Gujarat, and the TNCA President’s XI; while Group C brings together Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai, Haryana, and the TNCA President’s XI. This competition offers vital experience and readiness for the upcoming season.
Jammu&Kashmir squad: Paras Dogra (captain), Shubham Khajuria (vice-captain), Shivansh Sharma (wicketkeeper), Ahmed Banday, Abhinav Puri, Shubham Pundir, Vivrant Sharma, Abdul Samad, Abid Mushtaq, Sahil Lotra, Umar Nazir, Yudhvir Singh, Auqib Nabi, Sunil Kumar and Vishal Kumar
Paras Dogra’s Cricketing Career:
Since his first-class debut in 2001, Paras Dogra has been a dominant force in domestic cricket. Over his career, he has accumulated a remarkable 9,604 runs from 135 matches, boasting an impressive average of 49.76. His extensive record includes 31 centuries and 33 half-centuries, highlighting his consistent performance and reliability as a top-order batsman. Dogra’s exceptional achievements underscore his significant impact and longevity in the domestic cricket scene.
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