Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 Season 3: Player Retentions Announced

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) revealed the retained players for the upcoming Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 season 3. Stars like Mayank Agarwal, Devdutt Padikkal, and Manish Pandey will grace the tournament, which is slated from August 15 to September 1 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

The excitement is building as the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) disclosed the list of retained players for the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20's third season. Six franchises, including reigning champions Hubli Tigers and runners-up Mysore Warriors, have confirmed their star-studded line-ups ahead of the August 15 to September 1 showdown at Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Among the notable retentions, Manish Pandey will steer the Hubli Tigers' campaign after a successful season with Kolkata Knight Riders, alongside key players like Shrijith KL and Manvanth Kumar. Mysore Warriors have retained captain Karun Nair and other top performers from last season, ensuring a formidable top order.

Meanwhile, Devdutt Padikkal makes a comeback for Gulbarga Mystics after an injury hiatus, and Shivamogga Lions have retained their most expensive player from last year's auction, Abhinav Manohar. Other teams, including Mangaluru Dragons and Bengaluru Blasters, have also solidified their squads with strategic retentions, promising a thrilling season ahead.

The tournament will be aired on Star Sports 2, StarSports Kannada, and streamed on FanCode, ensuring widespread coverage for cricket enthusiasts across the nation.