Ranji Trophy 2017-18: From Suresh Raina, Yuvraj Singh to Gautam Gambhir; 10 cricketers who will look to break into Indian team

While the nation is busy praising the national side which under the captaincy of Virat Kohli, has now bagged the number 1 spot in both ICC Test as well as ODI rankings, a large group men will took field this morning with an aim to either break into the Indian team or to regain their spot. The Ranji Trophy 2017-18 began this morning with seveal stars representing their respective sides. Here is a look at 10 players who might have a make or break season this year: (Image Source: AP)

Robin Uthappa A regular performer in IPL, Uthappa will represent Saurashtra this year in a bid to regain his place in the Indian team. (Image Source: PTI)

Ambati Rayudu Despite having an ODI average of above 50, Rayudu has fallen out of favour. (Image Source: PTI)

Gautam Gambhir Gambhir made a dream comeback to the Indian side earlier this year before being sent back to grind in domestic circuit. (Image Source: PTI)

Rishabh Pant With MS Dhoni heading towards the end of his career, Rishabh Pant has a golden chance to push his case. (Image Source: PTI)

Ishant Sharma The tall Indian fast bowler will led Delhi this year and would like to push his individual case too. (Image Source: PTI)

Suresh Raina Raina best chance to represent India is in the shorter formats of the game. (Image Source: PTI)

Yuvraj Singh This could be Yuvraj Singh's last chance to get back into the Indian team. (Image Source: PTI)

Parthiv Patel Parthiv remains to be India's second choice in Test cricket but a couple of good performances can add pressure on Saha. (Image Source: PTI)

Deepak Hooda The 22-year-old batsman averages over 50 in first class cricket and might be a future star. (Image Source: PTI)

Sanju Samson Samson has been there for sometime now but has failed to repliacte his T20 performances in first class cricket. This could be a career defining season for him. (Image Source: PTI)