Suresh Raina to lead UP in Vijay Hazare Trophy

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Indian batsman Suresh Raina will lead the Uttar Pradesh one-day side for the North Zone leg of the Vijay Hazare Trophy beginning December 10 in Rajkot.

In a statement issued by Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association Chief Rajiv Shukla, a 16-strong team has been picked for the tournament.

Speedster Praveen Kumar and leg-spinning all-rounder Piyush Chawla have also found a place in the squad.

The tournament will be played from December 10 to 18.