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National selectors, led by chairman Ajit Agarkar, are expected to be in attendance to evaluate the form and temperament of the aspirants. The BCCI has sought to elevate the profile of the final by integrating high-profile talent into the squads, though availability has fluctuated. While Mohammed Siraj and Devdutt Padikkal have been confirmed for the South Zone side, KL Rahul has made himself unavailable for the encounter.
South Zone Bolstered by In-Form Talent
South Zone captain
The match also marks the return of red-ball cricket to the MA Chidambaram Stadium after a two-year hiatus, adding a layer of prestige to the fixture. For South Zone, the focus remains on leveraging their strengthened lineup to secure a victory in what is widely viewed as a critical proving ground for the national team's future prospects.
East Zone Eyes Historic Title Run
For East Zone, the final represents a landmark achievement, as the team has reached the championship match for the first time in 14 years. The last time the side appeared in a final was also in Chennai, where they emerged victorious. East Zone captain
Much of the attention surrounding the East Zone camp is focused on 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The teenager enters the final with momentum, having played a pivotal role in the semifinal against Central Zone, where he contributed a crucial 92 runs. As the final gets underway, the spotlight will remain firmly on these emerging talents and established stars as they compete for both the trophy and a place in the upcoming India A setup.
