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Hanuma Vihari Seeks NOC From Andhra as Tripura Targets Him for Captaincy

Tripura officials indicate plans to hire him as a professional with captaincy in view pending Andhra's clearance.

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Hanuma Vihari while playing for Team India | Image: BCCI

Overview

  • The India batter has requested a No-Objection Certificate from the Andhra Cricket Association to change his state side before the new season.
  • Former Tripura Cricket Association president Tapan Lodh said the association has lined up professional signings and expects to secure Vihari.
  • Vihari said he has been considering a move and confirmed that Tripura has been asking him to join.
  • If the switch is finalized, Tripura expects to name him captain across formats, according to local officials.
  • Tripura is placed in Elite Group C for the upcoming Ranji Trophy, while Vihari brings 9,585 first-class runs and experience from 16 Tests after a past Andhra captaincy removal.