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To end 34-year Ranji drought, Punjab rope in 38-year-old Umesh Yadav as guest player

Punjab has made a historic move by securing veteran fast bowler Umesh Yadav as a guest professional ahead of the upcoming Ranji Trophy campaign. The association hopes the experienced India international can bolster the squad and finally capture the championship trophy, a feat the region has not accomplished since 1992.

This recruitment comes as the side prepares to play without key bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Gurnoor Brar, both of whom are projected to be unavailable due to national team commitments. Team administrators are leaning heavily on the seasoned pacer's long-form expertise to navigate the tournament successfully.

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