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Xtra Time Web Desk : BCCI secretary Jay Shah on Friday confirmed that the Ranji Trophy 2021-22 will be held in two phases, after the country's premier tournament was postponed earlier due to. The knockout phase will be held before the IPL while knockout phase be held in the month of June.

Speaking on the above matter, the BCCI secretary stated, "Board has decided to conduct the Ranji Trophy this season in two phases. In the first phase, we plan to complete all matches of the league stage while the knockouts will be held in June,"

"My team is working closely to mitigate any kind of health risk caused by the pandemic, while at the same time ensuring a highly competitive red-ball cricket contest. The Ranji Trophy is our most prestigious domestic competition, which has been providing Indian cricket with an enviable talent pool every year. It is absolutely important that we take all necessary steps to safeguard the interest of this premier event," added Shah.

This announcement by BCCI would surely prove to be a breather for the country's domestic cricketers.

Ranji Trophy 2021-22 to be conducted in two phases, confirms BCCI secretary Jay Shah