Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Coach Vinay Kumar ready to help new Karnataka players adapt to pressures of First-Class cricket

Injuries have robbed Karnataka of Prasidh Krishna, V. Vyshak and Vidwath Kaverappa in the Ranji opener versus Andhra, while India and India-A call-ups will keep away K.L. Rahul, Devdutt Padikkal and R. Smaran.