India, October 17, 2026: Ranji Trophy: Gill, Prabhsimran boost for Punjab against Chhattisgarh. The Hindu reported the development.

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Gill managed just 14 runs in his last Ranji match.

BHAGYA PRAKASH Punjab’s batting reinforcements will be the headline acts as it hopes to secure a victory against Chhattisgarh in the second round of the Ranji Trophy, starting Sunday, at the New PCA Stadium here.

India captain Shubman Gill was the lone Test regular to opt out of the opening round but returns for the second fixture, hoping to hit his strides before departing for New Zealand.

Prabhsimran Singh is through with his India-A assignments and adds to Punjab’s batting riches.

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