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Harshal Patel Returns to Gujarat for 2025–26 After 14 Years With Haryana

Citing family priorities, the 34-year-old will enter Gujarat's pre-season camp ahead of the Ranji Trophy.

Overview

  • Gujarat Cricket Association secretary Anil Patel said the transfer is complete and welcomed Patel's homecoming.
  • Patel will join a pre-season tri-series with Baroda and Saurashtra this month and is available for the Ranji Trophy, with Gujarat slated to open against Assam in October.
  • He said the move stems from wanting to be closer to family, as he resides in Ahmedabad and spends time in the USA.
  • The seamer described himself as a white-ball specialist yet remains ready for red-ball duties and expects to mentor a transitioning squad under coach Ramesh Powar.
  • His exit further thins Haryana’s experience after Jayant Yadav’s departure, ending a tenure that brought 246 first-class wickets in 74 games and key white-ball success.