Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Rahane Steps Down as Mumbai Captain
Ajinkya Rahane, the captain of Mumbai's cricket team, is stepping down to allow a new player to lead.
He wants to continue playing as a senior batter.
Rahane led Mumbai to wins in the Ranji Trophy and Irani Cup.
The new season starts October 15.
Ajinkya Rahane stepped down as Mumbai's captain.
He announced his decision on Thursday on 'X'.
Rahane will continue as a senior player.
Under Rahane, Mumbai won the Ranji Trophy and Irani Cup.
The new season begins on October 15 against Jammu and Kashmir.
- Who
- Ajinkya Rahane
- What
- Ajinkya Rahane stepped down as Mumbai captain
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Mumbai
- Why
- To groom a new leader
- Event
- Rahane steps down as Mumbai captain
- Former Captain
- Ajinkya Rahane
- Trophies Won Under Rahane
- Ranji Trophy, Irani Cup, Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
- Last Test Match
- July 2023
- New Season Start
- October 15
- Opponent
- Jammu and Kashmir
Sources
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