Overview

• The Bihar Cricket Association announced a 15-man squad with Sakibul Gani as captain and Vaibhav Suryavanshi as vice-captain for the opening phase of the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy.
• A selector joined the existing two-member panel on an ad hoc basis following a BCCI directive, and the board has instructed Bihar to constitute a full five-member committee promptly.
• Bihar will start its Plate Group campaign against Arunachal Pradesh in Patna on October 15, followed by Manipur on October 25 in Nadiad.
• Suryavanshi’s rapid elevation follows standout U19 performances in England and Australia and a 35-ball IPL century for Rajasthan Royals this year.
• Despite the promotion, he has only five first-class matches to date and may not be available for the entire season due to likely involvement in India's 2026 U19 World Cup plans.