Is Ajinkya Rahane’s India comeback possible? ‘Fire and Passion’ are still alive!

There are still some excellent players competing in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024–25, which is now in the playoff stage. The Mumbai squad, led by Ajinkya Rahane, is one of the favourites. They are now playing Vidarbha in the semi-finals and are hoping to win their 43rd championship this season.

Ajinkya Rahane has had another outstanding season, leading from the front once more and scoring a spectacular century against Haryana in the quarterfinals.

Remarkably, in a life-or-death scenario, the seasoned leader took charge. In the nine games he has played, the former India Test vice-captain has amassed 437 runs at an average of 39.72.

Ajinkya Rahane has been absent from the global scene lately, despite some outstanding performances, but it appears that he still has plans to return even though young players are rising through the ranks in the Indian setup. Ajinkya Rahane still believes he has the drive and enthusiasm to play international cricket for his country, and he relies on his skill and stamina.

“I still have passion and fire in me. I’m now participating in the Ranji Trophy and doing my best for the Mumbai squad. Rahane stated to The Indian Express on the eve of the Ranji Trophy semifinal match that “making another comeback is the clear goal.”

Even though I have more life experience, I still feel young. I’m in good enough shape to compete at the top level. I don’t take anything for granted, and I’m never content with my performance. As a batsman, I believe I have more cricket left in me; one can play till they are forty. Some players have continued to play until they are between the ages of 39 and 40. Fitness is what counts. The club needs a few young players in addition to more seasoned ones. In order for them to gain knowledge,” the Mumbai mainstay concluded.

During the Ranji knockout, Vidarbha bats first.

Regarding the Ranji Trophy semi-final match in Nagpur, Vidarbha chose to bat first after winning the toss. At the conclusion of 19 overs, the score is presently 64-1. At the crease right now, Dhruv Shorey and Parth Rekhade are maintaining the score.