Mohammed Siraj to Captain Hyderabad in Ranji Trophy, Set for Season Debut

• Mohammed Siraj has been appointed captain of his home team, Hyderabad, for two upcoming Ranji Trophy matches.
• He will lead Hyderabad against Mumbai and Chhattisgarh, replacing Rahul Singh as captain.
• Siraj will make his first Ranji Trophy appearance of the 2025-26 season after fulfilling commitments with the Indian team.
• Currently, Siraj is playing in a three-match ODI series against New Zealand, with the final match on January 18.
• Hyderabad, part of Elite Group D, has won only one of five matches so far and will play both upcoming matches on their home ground.

Why It Matters: Mohammed Siraj takes on captaincy for Hyderabad in Ranji Trophy, marking his season debut after India duties.