India, Oct. 14 -- With the high-profile Test series against South Africa looming, several of India's frontline and reserve Test cricketers are set to feature in the upcoming Ranji Trophy rounds. The move is believed to be a direct outcome after India head coach Gautam Gambhir cracking the whip. Gambhir prioritised match practice over skill training at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

Among those preparing to take the field in domestic red-ball action are Sai Sudharsan, Ravindra Jadeja, Devdutt Padikkal, and Narayan Jagadeesan - all part of India's Test plans and currently not involved in the ODI and T20I series against Australia. Wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, making his much-anticipated return from injury, is also expected to play Delhi'...