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Jharkhand Names SMAT 2026-27 Squad; Ishan Kishan Left Out
✍️ Cricket Addictor
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 04:37 AM
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Jharkhand Cricket Association has announced its squad for the upcoming SMAT 2026-27 tournament. The selection list does not include wicketkeeper‑batsman Ishan Kishan, who was left out for undisclosed reasons.
The Jharkhand Cricket Association announced its squad for the 2026-27 SMAT tournament on a Thursday, listing 15 players who will represent the state in the upcoming competition.
The team comprises a mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging talents, chosen for their recent form and fitness levels. While the exact roster details are not disclosed here, the selection reflects a balance between experience and youthful vigor.
Notably, wicketkeeper‑batsman Ishan Kishan was omitted from the squad. The association cited a focus on team balance and recent performance metrics as the rationale behind the decision, rather than any disciplinary issue.
The SMAT tournament is a key platform for nurturing domestic talent and will be played in a series of matches across several venues in the region. Jharkhand’s selection is expected to strengthen its bid for a strong showing in the competition.
The team comprises a mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging talents, chosen for their recent form and fitness levels. While the exact roster details are not disclosed here, the selection reflects a balance between experience and youthful vigor.
Notably, wicketkeeper‑batsman Ishan Kishan was omitted from the squad. The association cited a focus on team balance and recent performance metrics as the rationale behind the decision, rather than any disciplinary issue.
The SMAT tournament is a key platform for nurturing domestic talent and will be played in a series of matches across several venues in the region. Jharkhand’s selection is expected to strengthen its bid for a strong showing in the competition.