In a significant achievement, 19-year-old Aarav Mahajan from Jammu has earned a call-up to the 18-member Uttarakhand Ranji Trophy squad for the upcoming domestic cricket season. His selection reflects a remarkable journey marked by consistent performances across various age-group tournaments.
Aarav’s rise in the cricketing world stems from a stellar performance in notable tournaments, including the Cooch Behar Trophy (U-19), Vinoo Mankad Trophy, and the CK Nayudu Trophy (U-23). He accumulated nearly 700 runs, featuring three centuries and three half-centuries at the U-19 level alone. His performance in the U-23 format further highlighted his potential, evidenced by a composed 87-run knock.
His cricketing journey also includes participation in three National Cricket Academy (NCA) camps, including the most recent one at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence. Remarkably, Aarav ranked 17th among the top U-19 run-getters in India last season. This stellar record, although shy of a national call-up, set the pathway for his inclusion in the senior squad.
Cricitc observers have lauded Aarav’s inclusion as a major milestone in his road to greater achievements. His selection not only rewards his hard work and dedication but also inspires many young cricketers in the region. The Uttarakhand team, known for its competitive spirit, will benefit from his aggressive batting style and determination.
Here’s the full list of players in the Uttarakhand Ranji Trophy squad: Kunal Chandela (Captain), Prashant Chopra, Bhupendra Lalwani, Avneesh Sudha, Yuvraj Chaudhry, Shashank Dangwak, Anjana Suryavanshi, Jagdeesha Suchit, Mayank Mishra, Harsh Patwal, Sourav Rawat (WK), Janamjai Joshi, Devendra Bora, Rajan Chaudhury, Abhey Negi, Jagmohan Nagarkoti, Sagar Rawat, and Aarav Mahajan.
