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Duleep Trophy 2026-27 Season Begins with Test Hopefuls
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THE BRIEF
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The 63rd edition of the Duleep Trophy commences on August 23, 2026, featuring a six-team zonal format with matches hosted at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
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The tournament serves as a key selection platform for India's upcoming tours, with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named vice-captain of the East Zone squad.
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Reigning champions Central Zone, led by Rajat Patidar, will enter the competition directly in the semifinals alongside South Zone, while quarterfinals begin with East Zone facing North East Zone.