New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been named in Saurashtra's 16-member squad for their Ranji Trophy 2026-27 opener against Chhattisgarh, with veteran left-arm pacer Jaydev Unadkat set to lead the side.

Jadeja recently featured in India's 2-1 ODI series win over the West Indies, taking two wickets in two matches without getting an opportunity to bat. The Ranji Trophy will give the left-arm spin all-rounder a chance to build his red-ball rhythm ahead of India's two-Test tour of New Zealand next month.

The Test series begins in Wellington from November 19-23, followed by the second match in Christchurch from November 27 to December 1.

Saurashtra will begin their campaign at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Octo...