LUCKNOW, July 18 -- The Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) is set to make Varanasi the hub of its domestic calendar this season, with the newly constructed stadium in the holy city poised to host domestic fixtures including Ranji Trophy matches.

Of the 50 league matches Uttar Pradesh men's teams will play 10 matches at home across all age categories in the upcoming season. The home schedule includes Ranji Trophy clashes against defending champions Jammu & Kashmir and former champions Vidarbha in January and February.

With Green Park Stadium in Kanpur unavailable due to major renovations, including a complete upgrade of the main ground's drainage system, the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) believes hosting domestic matches...