Mohammed Siraj named captain for Hyderabad - (source: AFP)On Sunday, September 20, Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) released the squad for upcoming Ranji Trophy season. The 92nd edition of the prestigious red-ball event will kickstart from October 11 and go on till March 3.As the reports suggested, Mohammed Siraj has been named captain while CV Milind will serve as his deputy. Notably, the squad is for the first two Ranji Trophy matches. Hyderabad Squad For Ranji Trophy 2026-27 Season; Siraj To LeadHyderabad Squad: Mohammed Siraj (capt), CV Milind (vice-capt), Tanmay Agarwal, M Abhirath Reddy, Rahul Singh, K Hima Teja, Rahul Radesh (wk), Sai Pragnay Reddy (wk), Varun Goud, Tanay Thyagrajan, Aniketh Reddy, Clt. Rakshann Readdi, Ajay Dev Goud, Ruthik Yadav Mende, Sai Vikas ReddyStandbys: Bhavesh Seth (wk), HK Simha, T Ravi Teja, Shaunak Kulkarni, Mudassar Hussain, Kartikeya Kak, A Pruthvi ReddySiraj has been handed a big responsibility because Tilak Varma, Rahul Singh, and CV Milind led the side in previous two years.Hyderabad Cricket Association issued a press release which mentioned that Mohammed Siraj will lead the side for the first two matches. When the right-arm seamer will be away for New Zealand series, CV Milind will assume the duties of team captain.Hyderabad's first Ranji Trophy match is on October 11 against Tripura. They will next play Andhra in Vizianagaram from October 18.Mohammed Siraj's Captaincy Record Ahead Of Ranji Trophy 2026-27The upcoming Ranji Trophy season will mark Mohammed Siraj’s first full season as Hyderabad captain. Hyderabad managed just one win in last seven matches, failing to qualify for the Ranji Trophy knockouts last season.Also Read: India Players Who Could Have A Last Shot At World Cup 2027 In West Indies ODIsTalking about Siraj, he has previously led Hyderabad in just two matches. Let's look at his record.Mohammed Siraj Captaincy Record for HyderabadCriteriaSelectAdd Row AboveAdd Row BelowAdd Column RightAdd Column LeftDelete RowDelete ColumnDelete TableDataSelectAdd Row AboveAdd Row BelowAdd Column RightAdd Column LeftDelete RowDelete ColumnDelete TableMatchesSelectAdd Row AboveAdd Row BelowAdd Column RightAdd Column LeftDelete RowDelete ColumnDelete Table2SelectAdd Row AboveAdd Row BelowAdd Column RightAdd Column LeftDelete RowDelete ColumnDelete TableWinsSelectAdd Row AboveAdd Row BelowAdd Column RightAdd Column LeftDelete RowDelete ColumnDelete Table0SelectAdd Row AboveAdd Row BelowAdd Column RightAdd Column LeftDelete RowDelete ColumnDelete TableDefeatsSelectAdd Row AboveAdd Row BelowAdd Column RightAdd Column LeftDelete RowDelete ColumnDelete Table1 (1 Draw)SelectAdd Row AboveAdd Row BelowAdd Column RightAdd Column LeftDelete RowDelete ColumnDelete TableMohammed Siraj made his captaincy debut for Hyderabad during the last Ranji Trophy season after replacing Rahul Singh. He led the side in the final two games of the 2025-26 campaign. Hyderabad is yet to win a solitary game under Siraj's leadership.Hyderabad's Captaincy: A Key Step In Siraj's International CareerMohammed Siraj, who was once irreplaceable in the Indian team, now faces a challenge from the likes of Prasidh Krishna, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav, and Gurnoor Brar.Siraj has played just 9 ODIs since the 2023 World Cup and has 8 wickets to his name. It is worth noting that team India had left Mohammed Siraj out of the team as well for the 2025 Champions Trophy in UAE.Even in T20Is, Siraj has played just 7 matches since 2024 T20 World Cup. Therefore, Test is the only format where he is actively in scheme of things, but facing challenge from the youngsters. Hence, the upcoming Ranji Trophy edition is crucial for the 32-year-old to retain his place in the Indian team.Also Read: Potential BCCI Selection Chief For Juniors Joins Australian Team
