Punjab sign 38-year-old Umesh Yadav as guest for 2026-27 Ranji Trophy
Cricket
On September 30, 2026, the Punjab Cricket Association signed 38-year-old India pacer Umesh Yadav as a guest player for the 2026–27 Ranji Trophy season.
The move marks a first for Punjab cricket. With Arshdeep Singh and Gurnoor Brar expected to be away on India duty, Punjab are banking on Umesh's experience and red-ball pedigree in their bid to win their first Ranji title since 1992.
