Test batsman Ajinkya Rahane, who led Mumbai to their 42nd Ranji Trophy title last season, will captain the national championships winners against Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Rest of India in the Irani Cup match at Lucknow on October 1. 

The Mumbai team comprising Test players Shreyas Iyer, Shardul Thakur and Prithvi Shaw, will also enjoy the services of India batsman Sarfaraz Khan. The young gun who made his Test debut against England last season, is likely to join the Mumbai team on September 30. Limited overs all-rounder Shivam Dube will join Rahane & Co in Lucknow if released from national duty.