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Ayush Mhatre to Captain Mumbai in 2025 Buchi Babu Tournament
Young Talent Gets the Big Responsibility
Rising cricket star Ayush Mhatre has been named captain of the Mumbai squad for the prestigious Buchi Babu Memorial Tournament 2025, organized annually by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA). The 18-year-old’s appointment is a significant moment in his budding career, highlighting his growing stature in domestic cricket. The multi-day tournament will take place in Chennai from August 18 to September 9.
Mhatre has enjoyed a rapid rise in recent months. He made an impression during his brief stint with Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, and his leadership skills came to the fore as he captained the India Under-19 side on their tour of England earlier this summer. He is also set to lead the team in Australia next month, underlining his growing leadership credentials.
Mumbai Squad Overview
The 17-member Mumbai team features a mix of young prospects and experienced campaigners. Notable inclusions are Sarfaraz Khan and Musheer Khan, both of whom have been key contributors in recent domestic seasons. Suved Parker will serve as the vice-captain, while Hardik Tamore and Aakash Anand will share wicketkeeping duties.
Mumbai Squad:
Ayush Mhatre (captain), Musheer Khan, Divyansh Saxena, Sarfaraz Khan, Suved Parker (vice-captain), Pragnesh Kanpillewar, Harsh Aghav, Sairaj Patil, Aakash Parkar, Aakash Anand (WK), Hardik Tamore (WK), Shreyas Gurav, Yash Dicholkar, Himanshu Singh, Roystan Dias, Sylvester Dsouza, Irfan Umair.
You can read more about Mumbai’s domestic cricket history in our in-depth coverage of Indian domestic tournaments.
Tamil Nadu’s Twin Squads Ready for Action
TNCA President’s XI Led by Sai Kishore
Seasoned all-rounder R Sai Kishore will captain the TNCA President’s XI, a side featuring high-profile names such as Vijay Shankar, Shahrukh Khan, and Baba Indrajith. The squad blends proven match-winners with upcoming talent, aiming to make a strong push for the title.
TNCA President’s XI Squad:
Sai Kishore (c), Andre Siddarth, Baba Indrajith, Vijay Shankar, Shahrukh Khan, Vimal Khumar, Radhakrishnan S, Lokeshwar S, Ajitesh G, Hemchudeshan J, Siddharth M, Ambrish RS, Achyuth CV, Trilok Nag H, Saravana Kumar P, Abhinav K.
Pradosh Rajan Paul to Lead TNCA XI
The second Tamil Nadu team, TNCA XI, will be captained by Pradosh Rajan Paul. This side includes players such as Boopathi Vaishna Kumar and Sonu Yadav, offering another competitive edge to the tournament.
TNCA XI Squad:
Pradosh Ranjan Paul (c), Boopathi Vaishna Kumar, Sachin B, Tushar Raheja, Kiran Karthikeyan, Mohamed Ali S, Rithik Easwaran S, Athish SR, Lakshay Jain S, Chandrasekar DT, Vidyuth P, Sonu Yadav, Deepesh D, Prem Kumar J, Esakkimuthu A, Lokesh Raj TD.
Tournament Format and Groups
The Buchi Babu Tournament will see 16 teams divided into four groups:
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Group A: TNCA President’s XI, Himachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra
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Group B: Railways, Jammu & Kashmir, Odisha, Baroda
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Group C: TNCA XI, Mumbai, Haryana, Bengal
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Group D: Hyderabad, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand
This year’s edition promises high-intensity cricket with several rising stars looking to impress selectors ahead of the domestic season.
For more about the history of the Buchi Babu tournament, you can visit the official TNCA website.
