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Nitish Rana Excluded from Delhi Squad for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

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In a significant shake-up ahead of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, former captain Nitish Rana has been dropped from Delhi's 16-member squad. The tournament is set to commence on November 14, and Rana's exclusion marks a notable change in the team's lineup as they prepare for the competition.

The decision to drop Rana comes as Delhi aims to strengthen its T20 title bid following a disappointing group-stage exit in previous tournaments. The squad will now feature a pace trio comprising Mayank Yadav, Harshit Rana, and Ishant Sharma, alongside an Indore-based Group B player and a Jammu and Kashmir opener, reflecting a strategic shift in team composition.S2

As the team gears up for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the focus will be on how these new selections perform and whether they can lead Delhi to a more successful campaign than in past tournaments. The upcoming matches will be crucial for the players looking to make their mark in the T20 format.S1 S2

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