# Goa’s Abhinav Tejrana named in South Zone Duleep Trophy squad 2026-08-07T01:55:33+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Goa batter Abhinav Tejrana is the state’s sole representative in the South Zone squad for this year’s Duleep Trophy. Tilak Varma will captain the side, which also includes Karun Nair, R Smaran and vice-captain Ricky Bhui. South Zone’s semi-final is scheduled for August 30. The Goa Cricket Association says Tejrana’s selection followed sustained performances and a competitive five-hour meeting involving seven selectors. He scored 788 runs in 12 innings across seven Ranji Trophy matches, according to the association. His attacking left-handed batting, versatility and age also helped his case. GCA selection committee chairman Girish Parekh expects him to feature in the playing XI and said continued performances could bring national or IPL opportunities. ## Coverage - rediff.com Tags: Abhinav Tejrana, Duleep Trophy, Goa cricket, Ranji Trophy, South Zone Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/goas-abhinav-tejrana-named-in-south-zone-duleep-trophy-squad/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/goas-abhinav-tejrana-named-in-south-zone-duleep-trophy-squad/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.