Overview

• The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association confirmed the appointment and unveiled a 15-player squad on Friday night via PTI.
• Key names in the squad include Venkatesh Iyer, Kuldeep Sen and former skipper Shubham Sharma.
• Patidar is currently captaining Rest of India in the Irani Cup against Vidarbha.
• The Ranji Trophy’s first phase runs October 15 to November 19, the second January 22 to February 1, with knockouts from February 6 to 28.
• Madhya Pradesh, winners in 2022, will pursue another title under new leadership.