Umesh Yadav Leaves Vidarbha After Securing NOC

Yadav says the Vidarbha Cricket Association failed to clarify his role, prompting him to seek registration with another state to extend his domestic career.

Overview

Umesh Yadav announced on Sunday that he has obtained a No Objection Certificate from the Vidarbha Cricket Association and has ended his 18-year association with the state side.
The 38-year-old fast bowler told reporters he asked the VCA for clarity about his future but did not receive a proper response, which led him to pursue options elsewhere.
He is currently in talks with multiple other state associations ahead of the 2026/27 Ranji Trophy but has not confirmed a new signing.
Yadav has been out of India selection since mid-2023, so continued domestic cricket is his primary path to prolong his playing career.
Vidarbha, the 2024/25 Ranji champions, will lose an experienced seamer and gain opportunities to promote younger fast bowlers as the domestic registration window progresses.