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Beed Trio Shatters Odds, Joins Maharashtra Ranji Squad
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News18•04-10-2026, 16:45
Beed Trio Shatters Odds, Joins Maharashtra Ranji Squad
- •Saurabh Navale, Sachin Dhas, and Rishikesh Sonawane from Beed have been selected for the Maharashtra Ranji Trophy squad, marking a historic first with three players from the district making the team simultaneously.
- •Despite limited access to advanced cricketing facilities, the trio's hard work and determination led to their selection.
- •Beed District Cricket Association secretary Amer Saleem believes this achievement will inspire a new generation of cricketers in the district.
- •The district has a history of producing notable sportspersons across various disciplines, with cricket performance steadily rising.
- •Prithvi Shaw has been named captain for Maharashtra's Ranji Trophy opener against Services in New Delhi on October 11.
Key Questions Answered
Saurabh Navale, Sachin Dhas, and Rishikesh Sonawane are the three youngsters from Beed who earned berths in the Maharashtra Ranji Trophy squad.
Prithvi Shaw was named Maharashtra's captain for their Group C Ranji Trophy opener against Services in New Delhi.
This marks the first time that three cricketers from Beed have made it to the state's premier domestic squad at the same time, a feat expected to inspire a new generation of cricketers in the district.
