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Bihar Cricket Association Announces Trial Dates for Ranji, U‑23 and Women’s Teams
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 03:31 PM
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The Bihar Cricket Association has released the schedule for selection trials of its Ranji Trophy, men’s U‑23, women’s U‑19, senior women’s and U‑23 squads for the upcoming season.
Patna, Bihar – The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) disclosed the calendar for its upcoming selection trials, covering the senior Ranji Trophy side, the men’s under‑23 squad, the women’s under‑19 team, as well as the senior and under‑23 women’s squads. The association said the trials will be conducted at its designated venues across the state, with each age‑group following a separate schedule to ensure adequate assessment of talent.
The announced dates are intended to finalize the rosters ahead of the state’s participation in national tournaments later this year. BCA officials emphasized that the trials will be open to all eligible players who meet the age and performance criteria, and that selections will be based purely on merit and on‑field performance.
Coaches and selectors from the BCA will oversee the sessions, providing feedback and monitoring fitness levels. The association has urged aspiring cricketers to register in advance and adhere to the stipulated timelines, noting that the trials are a crucial step toward strengthening Bihar’s representation in domestic cricket.
The BCA also highlighted its commitment to promoting women’s cricket, with dedicated trials for the under‑19, senior and under‑23 women’s teams, reflecting the growing emphasis on gender parity in the sport across the state.
The announced dates are intended to finalize the rosters ahead of the state’s participation in national tournaments later this year. BCA officials emphasized that the trials will be open to all eligible players who meet the age and performance criteria, and that selections will be based purely on merit and on‑field performance.
Coaches and selectors from the BCA will oversee the sessions, providing feedback and monitoring fitness levels. The association has urged aspiring cricketers to register in advance and adhere to the stipulated timelines, noting that the trials are a crucial step toward strengthening Bihar’s representation in domestic cricket.
The BCA also highlighted its commitment to promoting women’s cricket, with dedicated trials for the under‑19, senior and under‑23 women’s teams, reflecting the growing emphasis on gender parity in the sport across the state.