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Uttar Pradesh to face Bihar in Ranji Trophy opener at Rajgir Stadium
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 01:01 AM
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The 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season kicks off today as Uttar Pradesh takes on Bihar at Rajgir Stadium in Bihar.
The domestic first‑class cricket calendar for 2024-25 began today with a Group A clash between Uttar Pradesh and Bihar at Rajgir Stadium, Bihar. Both sides will be looking to start the tournament on a positive note, with the win offering an early advantage in the points table.
Uttar Pradesh, coming off a strong domestic season, will rely on its seasoned batting line‑up to set a competitive total. Bihar, playing on home ground, hopes to leverage familiar pitch conditions and local crowd support to challenge the visitors.
The match, scheduled for a four‑day duration, marks the first of several fixtures that will determine the composition of the Super League later in the season. Cricket enthusiasts across the region are expected to turn up in large numbers to witness the opening showdown.
Officials from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that all safety protocols are in place, and the venue is prepared to host the event without any logistical issues.
The outcome of this opening game will set the tone for both teams as they aim for a place in the knockout stages later in the tournament.
Uttar Pradesh, coming off a strong domestic season, will rely on its seasoned batting line‑up to set a competitive total. Bihar, playing on home ground, hopes to leverage familiar pitch conditions and local crowd support to challenge the visitors.
The match, scheduled for a four‑day duration, marks the first of several fixtures that will determine the composition of the Super League later in the season. Cricket enthusiasts across the region are expected to turn up in large numbers to witness the opening showdown.
Officials from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that all safety protocols are in place, and the venue is prepared to host the event without any logistical issues.
The outcome of this opening game will set the tone for both teams as they aim for a place in the knockout stages later in the tournament.