Jayant Goyat takes maiden Ranji five-for; father was in Haryana squad alongside Kapil Dev
Cricket
Services pacer Jayant Goyat, 21, took his maiden five-wicket haul in his 12th first-class match in the Ranji Trophy, the Times of India reported on 5 November 2026.
The Bhiwani-born bowler said the achievement has strengthened his belief in an India dream; his father was part of Haryana's Ranji Trophy squad during Kapil Dev's last season.
Goyat discussed his progression from India Under-19 cricket, the challenges of bowling on Palam's flat surfaces and the support that keeps him going.
