Overview
- Karnataka named a 16-player squad with Karun Nair as vice-captain for the 50-over tournament starting December 24.
- Group A fixtures will be played in Ahmedabad, with the opener against Jharkhand on December 24.
- KL Rahul and Prasidh Krishna are expected to depart mid-competition to join India’s ODI series against New Zealand beginning January 11.
- Pacers Vidwath Kaverappa and Vidyadhar Patel will travel as reserves and be available for selection.
- Youngsters Harshil Dharmani and Dhruv Prabhakar earned call-ups after standout U-23 performances as Karnataka defend their title.