Meghalaya enters the Ranji Trophy 2025 with a developing side filled with young promise, local flair, and strategic balance. With better preparation and consistent domestic exposure, they aim to take a big step forward this season.

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• Adarsh Joshi
• Akash Kumar
• Anirudh B
• Arbin Singh
• Aryan
• B B Dey
• Bamanbha Shangpliang
• Bonchang Sangma
• Chengkam Sangma
• Dippu
• Himan
• I F Thabah
• Jaskirat
• Kishan Lyndoh
• Lerry
• MD Nafees
• Nishanta Chakraborty
• P Mandal
• Pringsang
• Ram
• Ribok D
• Roberth R Sangma
• S PYNGROPE
• Swarajeet Das
• Sylvestar Mylliempdah
• W Nongkhlaw
• Warbah
• Ajay Duhan (wk)
• Arpit Subhas (wk)
• Rohit Shah (wk)
• Sumit Kumar (wk)
• Tiwari (wk)

Diverse Wicketkeeping Depth

Having five wicketkeeping options—Ajay Duhan, Arpit Subhas, Sumit Kumar, Rohit Shah, and Tiwari—offers immense flexibility, especially in different pitch and weather conditions.

Evolving Bowling Attack

Though not yet widely recognized, bowlers like Chengkam Sangma, Dippu, and Roberth R Sangma bring raw pace and aggression. This unit could become threatening if they build early confidence.

Strong Local Backbone

The presence of many regional players—like Bonchang Sangma, Sylvestar Mylliempdah, and S PYNGROPE—brings authenticity and passion. Local pride plays a big role in their energy and team spirit.

Youths with Experience

Players such as Anirudh B and Akash Kumar come with prior exposure to domestic formats and are expected to lead the charge in both the batting and bowling departments.

Meghalaya vs Manipur – An intense Northeastern rivalry with both sides eager to climb the Plate Group ladder.

Meghalaya vs Arunachal Pradesh – An opportunity for Meghalaya to assert dominance and grab points.

Meghalaya vs Nagaland – A tricky fixture where local pride will be on full display.

Meghalaya vs Mizoram – Often closely contested; could determine the group’s top position.

These matches are crucial in deciding whether Meghalaya advances beyond the Plate Group stage.

Fast-Improving Domestic Program: With BCCI’s support and increased focus on the North-East, Meghalaya has begun improving its cricket infrastructure, leading to better player development and match preparation.

Passionate Grassroots Cricket: Most players come from smaller towns with strong community-level cricket culture. This gives the squad a fearless, determined character.

Leadership Through Stability: Names like Bamanbha Shangpliang, MD Nafees, and Sumit Kumar bring a calm and measured influence to this developing team—vital in close games.

Potential to Upset Bigger Names: Meghalaya has caused upsets before and thrives in low-pressure situations where underdogs often shine.

Meghalaya may not be a household name in Indian cricket just yet, but the Ranji Trophy 2025 provides the perfect platform to showcase their potential. With strong local talent, depth in key roles, and a renewed sense of belief, they are poised to spring surprises and claim their place in the national conversation.

They are not just participants; they are cricketers on a mission.