Smaran R will lead Karnataka in their first three matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026–27. The Karnataka State Cricket Association’s notice dated November 6 names 15 players, including Manish Pandey and Karun Nair.
Selection covers the opening three games
The notice specifies the first three matches, rather than guaranteeing the same squad throughout the tournament. It lists Mumbai as the venue for Karnataka’s programme from November 14 to 26. Vinay Kumar R is named head coach.
Luvnith Sisodia and Shrijith KL are identified as wicketkeepers. Abhinav Manohar, Pravin Dubey and Vidwath Kaverappa are also included.
Full announced squad
Rohan A Patil, Luvnith Sisodia (wicketkeeper), Manish Pandey, Karun Nair, Smaran R (captain), Abhinav Manohar, Shikhar Shetty, Manvanth Kumar L, Pravin Dubey, Vyshak V, Vidwath Kaverappa, Abhilash Shetty, Shrijith KL (wicketkeeper), Aneeshwar Gautam, Ritesh Bhatkal.

