After white-ball glut, players return to red-ball cricket as Ranji resumes

Domestic cricketers face a fractured Ranji Trophy season, with a 63-day break interrupting play for white-ball tournaments. This schedule shuffle, despite the premier status of red-ball cricket, raises questions about its relevance. Players highlight the challenge of adapting between formats and managing workloads, particularly for fast bowlers, impacting their performance and readiness.