Calling all cricket fans! The wait is over. The Services Cricket Team, known for its dedication and fighting spirit, has unveiled its squad for the 2024 season.
The Services cricket team plays in the Ranji Trophy, the main domestic first-class cricket competition in India. Under the auspices of the Services Sports Control Board, they represent the Indian Armed Forces. Their home ground is the Palam A Ground, Model Sports Complex, Delhi.
Here is All information About Services Cricket Team players, full players list, captain, and fixtures for 2024.
Services Cricket Team Players, Current squad
This is Services team for Haryana Ranji Team, Services Cricket Team Players for other Tournament. Services Cricket Team Players with international caps are listed in bold..
| Name | Birth date | Birthplace | Batting style | Bowling style | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batsmen | |||||
| Rajat Paliwal | 24 December 1991 (age 32) | Sonepat, HR | Right-handed | Right-arm off-break | Captain |
| Shubham Rohilla | 10 March 1998 (age 26) | Rohtak, HR | Left-handed | Right-arm leg break | |
| Ravi Chauhan | 17 September 1993 (age 30) | New Delhi, DL | Right-handed | Right-arm leg-break | |
| Anshul Gupta | 20 September 1989 (age 34) | Ghaziabad, UP | Right-handed | Right-arm off break | |
| Vineet Dhankhar | 3 May 2004 (age 19) | Right-handed | Right-arm leg break | ||
| Vikas Hathwala | 6 September 1993 (age 30) | Delhi, DL | Left-handed | Left-arm medium | |
| All-rounder | |||||
| Lakhan Singh | 21 August 1998 (age 25) | Ghaziabad, UP | Right-handed | Right-arm medium | |
| Wicket-keepers | |||||
| Lovekesh Bansal | 17 August 1995 (age 28) | Yamuna Nagar, HR | Left-handed | ||
| Nakul Sharma | 23 October 1993 (age 30) | Bilaspur, HP | Right-handed | ||
| Mohit Ahlawat | 25 December 1995 (age 28) | Delhi, DL | Right-handed | ||
| Spin Bowlers | |||||
| Arjun Sharma | 25 May 1996 (age 27) | Jalandhar, PB | Left-handed | Slow left-arm orthodox | |
| Pulkit Narang | 18 June 1994 (age 29) | New Delhi, DL | Right-handed | Right-arm off break | |
| Nitin Tanwar | 9 October 1996 (age 27) | Delhi, DL | Right-handed | Right-arm off break | |
| Mohit Rathee | 13 January 1999 (age 25) | Rohtak, HR | Right-handed | Right-arm leg break | |
| Vikas Yadav | 20 July 1996 (age 27) | Bharuch, GJ | Right-handed | Slow left-arm orthodox | |
| Pace Bowlers | |||||
| Varun Choudhary | 26 October 1993 (age 30) | Jammu, JK | Right-handed | Right-arm medium-fast | |
| Poonam Poonia | 12 December 1994 (age 29) | Sri Ganganagar, RJ | Right-handed | Right-arm medium | |
| Nitin Yadav | 20 November 1992 (age 31) | Delhi, DL | Right-handed | Right-arm medium | |
| Raj Bahadur | 5 October 1993 (age 30) | Allahabad, UP | Left-handed | Left-arm medium | |
| Abhishek Tiwari | 7 December 1988 (age 35) | Allahabad, UP | Right-handed | Right-arm medium | |
Updated as on 28 April 2023
Support staff
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Who is Captain of Services Cricket Team?
Services Cricket Team Led by captain Rajat Paliwal.
Services Cricket Team Grounds
Services cricket team has this home grounds in Services.
- Palam A Ground, Model Sports Complex, Delhi
Services Cricket Team Next Fixtures 2024
Will be Updated Soon.
Services Cricket Team History
The Services Cricket Team represents the Indian Armed Forces in the domestic Indian cricket circuit. Their journey began in the 1949-50 season, participating in the prestigious Ranji Trophy, the premier first-class cricket tournament in India.
Early Success (1950s):
The 1950s were a golden era for Services. They competed in the North Zone of the Ranji Trophy and established themselves as a formidable force. Between 1950-51 and 1959-60, they reached the semi-finals a remarkable six times, even making it to the finals twice. Unfortunately, they fell short on both occasions, losing to Bombay (now Mumbai) in 1956-57 and Baroda in 1957-58.
Shifting Gears (2000s – Present):
Since the turn of the millennium, Services haven’t been able to replicate their early success. They were relegated to the Plate Group and other lower divisions of the Ranji Trophy, with only a brief stint in the Elite Group during the 2005-06 season.
Despite the challenges, Services have shown glimpses of brilliance. They reached the semi-finals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy, a List A competition, for the first time in the 2021-22 season. Additionally, they secured a third-place finish in their group stage of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, a Twenty20 tournament, in the 2019-20 season.
Overall Record:
As of February 2024, Services have played a significant number of matches – 365 first-class matches to be precise. They have emerged victorious in 96 encounters, while facing defeat in 124 matches. The remaining contests ended in draws (145).
Memorable Achievements:
- Highest First-Class Score: 250 not out by Yashpal Singh against Tripura (2012-13)
- Best Bowling Figures: 8 for 37 by Gokul Inder Dev against Jammu and Kashmir (1968-69)
The Services Cricket Team, while not a perennial contender, holds a special place in Indian cricket history. It provides a platform for talented cricketers within the Indian Armed Forces to showcase their skills and potentially earn national recognition.
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