Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Padikkal named Karnataka captain for Punjab clash
The Karnataka cricket team has made some big changes for their upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Punjab.
Devdutt Padikkal is the new captain, replacing Mayank Agarwal, who will now just be a batter.
KL Rahul is coming back to the team after a gap and is expected to help with his batting skills.
They've also added a fast bowler named Prasidh Krishna to make their bowling stronger.
However, two players, Abhinav Manohar and Karun Nair, are not in the team this time.
Nair is injured and can't play.
The match will be played in Alur, and Karnataka is currently in third place in their group.
The team has a mix of experienced and new players to try and win the match.
Devdutt Padikkal appointed as Karnataka's new captain for the Ranji Trophy match against Punjab.
Mayank Agarwal will play as a batter, no longer as captain.
KL Rahul returns to the squad after a gap and is expected to strengthen the batting lineup.
Prasidh Krishna included in the squad to bolster the bowling attack.
Abhinav Manohar dropped and Karun Nair ruled out due to injury.
- Who
- Karnataka cricket team
- What
- Changes in captaincy and squad for Ranji Trophy match
- When
- January 29, 2025-26
- Where
- Alur
- Why
- To strengthen the team for the upcoming match against Punjab
Karnataka's Squad Changes
Karnataka's Current Standing
Leadership Change
Karnataka's Squad Changes
Devdutt Padikkal has been appointed as the new captain, replacing Mayank Agarwal, who will now play as a batter.
Karnataka's Current Standing
Mayank Agarwal has not been among the runs, failing to cross the 300-run mark in 9 games.
Player Returns and Omissions
Karnataka's Squad Changes
KL Rahul returns to the squad after a gap and is expected to strengthen the batting lineup.
Karnataka's Current Standing
Abhinav Manohar has been dropped, and Karun Nair is ruled out due to injury.
Bowling Strength
Karnataka's Squad Changes
Prasidh Krishna has been included in the squad to bolster the bowling attack.
Karnataka's Current Standing
Karnataka is currently third in Elite Group B with 21 points, needing a win to secure their position.
- New Captain
- Devdutt Padikkal
- Replaced Captain
- Mayank Agarwal
- Returning Player
- KL Rahul
- Match Venue
- Alur
- Match Date
- January 29
- Karnataka's Current Standing
- 3rd in Elite Group B with 21 points
- Notable Omissions
- Abhinav Manohar, Karun Nair (injured)
- New Bowler
- Prasidh Krishna
Sources
Ranji Trophy: Padikkal replaces Mayank as Karnataka captain, KL Rahul returns for Punjab clash
Ranji Trophy: Devdutt Padikkal Replaces Mayank As Karnataka Captain, KL Rahul Returns For Punjab Clash
Devdutt Padikkal To Lead Karnataka In Ranji Trophy, KL Rahul Named In Squad
Ranji Trophy: Padikkal to lead K'taka against Punjab
