Ishan Porel's Spectacular Comeback Helps Bengal Secure a Thrilling Win
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Ishan Porel's Spectacular Comeback Helps Bengal Secure a Thrilling Win

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Ishan Porel shines with three wickets as Bengal stages a comeback against Kerala in the second day of the Ranji Trophy Group-C match. After a rain delay of more than one-and-a-half days, the home team made a bold declaration by putting the opposition in and allowing their bowlers to exploit the assistance offered by the pitch. Ishan Porel's brilliance with the ball saw him scalp three wickets, including the prized catch of Kunnummal, and helped Bengal reduce Kerala to 51 for four in its first innings.

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Ranji Trophy: Kerala coach Amay Khurasiya proud of how his boys braved the odds to reach historic final
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1 week, 2 days ago

Ranji Trophy: Kerala coach Amay Khurasiya proud of how his boys braved the odds to reach historic final

The Hindu  

Amay Khurasiya has done for the Kerala cricket team what no coach before him could. He still did well overall and led the side well, too.” Looking back at Kerala’s campaign, he feels one moment that stood out was Salman Nizar’s valour. “Because Salman didn’t budge, that moment defined history for Kerala cricket,” says Khurasiya. “And the catch went to …

'Received batting tips from Ashwin, want to follow Ravindra Jadeja's footsteps': Vidarbha's Harsh Dubey
1 week, 3 days ago

'Received batting tips from Ashwin, want to follow Ravindra Jadeja's footsteps': Vidarbha's Harsh Dubey

Hindustan Times  

Vidarbha clinched their third Ranji Trophy title on Sunday, overcoming Sachin Baby's Kerala side by securing a crucial first-innings lead. The season's standout performer was 22-year-old Harsh Dubey, who capped an extraordinary campaign as the leading wicket-taker, claiming an impressive 69 wickets in 19 innings at a remarkable average of 16.98. Harsh Dubey was Vidarbha's breakout star of the 2024/25 …

Ranji Trophy | Splendid effort by Kerala, but it has a few areas to work on
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1 week, 4 days ago

Ranji Trophy | Splendid effort by Kerala, but it has a few areas to work on

The Hindu  

What if there was no Mike-Gatting-reverse-sweeping moment for Sachin Baby? If none of the above had happened, Kerala probably would have been celebrating one of its greatest moments in its rich sporting history, and not the runner-up finish at the Ranji Trophy. To reach the final of India’s most prestigious domestic tournament is no mean feat, no doubt, and Baby …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Spirited Kerala left pondering about the what-ifs
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1 week, 4 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Spirited Kerala left pondering about the what-ifs

The Hindu  

What if there was no Mike-Gatting-reverse-sweep moment for Sachin Baby? If none of the above had happened, Kerala probably would have been celebrating one of its greatest moments in its rich sporting history, instead of the runner-up finish at the Ranji Trophy. Reaching the final of India’s most prestigious domestic tournament is no mean feat, no doubt, and Baby and …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala captain Sachin proud of journey to the final, takes blame for turning point in loss
1 week, 6 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala captain Sachin proud of journey to the final, takes blame for turning point in loss

The Hindu  

Sachin Baby has no qualms to admit that his slog-sweep was a turning point in the Ranji Trophy final. “If I take credit for the success, I will take the blame for failure, too,” Sachin said. If I had played too defensively, there would have been pressure on the team and myself.” He said he was proud of Kerala’s journey …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: “We didn’t depend on individuals,” says Vidarbha coach Usman Ghani after clinching title
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1 week, 6 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: “We didn’t depend on individuals,” says Vidarbha coach Usman Ghani after clinching title

The Hindu  

After the heartbreak of last year, it was a dream-come-true moment for Usman Ghani. “It has indeed been a dream to hold this magnificent trophy,” the Vidarbha coach said after beating Kerala on the first-innings lead in the Ranji Trophy final at the VCA Stadium on Sunday. “We missed it by a whisker last year.” He said the preparations had …

We didn’t depend on individuals and everyone contributed: Vidarbha coach Ghani
1 week, 6 days ago

We didn’t depend on individuals and everyone contributed: Vidarbha coach Ghani

The Hindu  

After the heartbreak of last year, it was a dream-come-true moment for Usman Ghani. “It has indeed been a dream to hold this magnificent trophy,” the Vidarbha coach said after beating Kerala on the first-innings lead in the Ranji Trophy final at the VCA Stadium on Sunday. “We missed it by a whisker last year.” He said the preparations had …

Ranji Trophy | Vidarbha completes a well-deserved triumph
1 week, 6 days ago

Ranji Trophy | Vidarbha completes a well-deserved triumph

The Hindu  

There was no miracle. Akshay Wadkar’s men won their third Ranji Trophy in seven years, beating Kerala in the final on first-innings lead at the VCA Stadium on Sunday. The first-time finalist did manage to get the centurion Karun Nair out early, and then two more batters, but Akshay Karnewar and Darshan Nalkande stayed long enough to bat Kerala out …

Vidarbha clinch Ranji Trophy title as Malewar, Nair and bowlers lead from the front
1 week, 6 days ago

Vidarbha clinch Ranji Trophy title as Malewar, Nair and bowlers lead from the front

Firstpost  

Danish Malewar, Karun Nair and bowlers starred as Vidarbha clinched their third Ranji Trophy title, securing victory based on a first-innings lead in the final against Kerala, as the summit clash ended in a draw on the fifth and final day on Sunday. Vidarbha won their third Ranji Trophy title after drawing against Kerala. Image: BCCI Vidarbha won their third …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final: First-innings lead enough to hand Vidarbha third title
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Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final: First-innings lead enough to hand Vidarbha third title

The Hindu  

There was no miracle. Akshay Wadkar’s men won their third Ranji Trophy in seven years, beating Kerala in the final by virtue of a first-innings lead at the VCA Stadium on Sunday. The first-time finalist did manage to get the centurion Karun Nair out early and then two more batters, but Akshay Karnewar and Darshan Nalkande stayed long enough to …

Ranji Trophy Final Highlights, Vidarbha vs Kerala Day 5: VID ride Malewar, Nair centuries, win third Ranji Trophy title
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Ranji Trophy Final Highlights, Vidarbha vs Kerala Day 5: VID ride Malewar, Nair centuries, win third Ranji Trophy title

Hindustan Times  

Ranji Trophy Final Highlights, Vidarbha vs Kerala Day 5: It was a drama-free conclusion to the match from Vidarbha's perspective, as they consolidated on their 37-run first innings lead to romp home with a confident third innings batting effort. It was led by a Karun Nair century as he put on another spectacular partnership with Danish Malewar, and with the …

Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair thrilled with statement ton with national selectors watching
2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair thrilled with statement ton with national selectors watching

The Hindu  

‘Nine’, signed Karun Nair with his hands. After taking the single to complete his century for Vidarbha in the Ranji Trophy final, he took off his helmet, looked towards his dressing room, and signed the number. “I had been talking to one of our throwers that I would show him ‘nine’ if I scored a hundred in this match,” Karun …

VID v KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final: Karun’s century puts Vidarbha potentially on winner’s seat vs Kerala
2 weeks ago

VID v KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final: Karun’s century puts Vidarbha potentially on winner’s seat vs Kerala

The Hindu  

Karun Nair loves to bat on and on. A decade later, he has stamped his authority in another Ranji Trophy final. AS IT HAPPENED: Vidarbha vs Kerala, Ranji Trophy Final 2025 Day 4 Highlights This is Karun’s ninth hundred across formats this season. The main reason behind what now looks like Vidarbha’s match-winning first innings total was his fourth-wicket stand …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karun Nair hundred sets up thrilling Day 5 in grand finale
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karun Nair hundred sets up thrilling Day 5 in grand finale

India Today  

The final of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 between Kerala and Vidarbha is currently on a knife-edge. With a day remaining in the summit clash at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur, Vidarbha took a lead of 286 runs with six wickets left in their second innings. Ranji Trophy Final, Vidarbha vs Kerala, Day 4 Highlights Nair got run out for 87 …

Ranji Trophy final: Error in judgement from Sachin Baby costs Kerala dearly against Vidarbha
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy final: Error in judgement from Sachin Baby costs Kerala dearly against Vidarbha

The Hindu  

Sachin Baby did all the hard work in the toughest of conditions on Friday. With Kerala 55 runs short of Vidarbha’s first-innings score of 379, Sachin went down on his knee to slog-sweep Parth Rekhade. With two days remaining, either side boasting fine spinners and the wicket promising more turn, this match need not hinge on the first-innings lead. READ: …

Ranji Trophy final | Baby chances his arm at the wrong time as Vidarbha pounces to take the first-innings honours
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy final | Baby chances his arm at the wrong time as Vidarbha pounces to take the first-innings honours

The Hindu  

Sachin Baby did all the hard work in the toughest of conditions. With Kerala inching closer to the Vidarbha first-innings score, and he himself to a hundred in his 100th First Class match, the Ranji Trophy final no less, the Kerala captain went down on his knee to slog-sweep Parth Rekhade. That was not just the end of Baby, it …

Kerala vs Vidarbha LIVE STREAMING: When and where to watch Ranji Trophy final Day 3 online? Check full details
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Kerala vs Vidarbha LIVE STREAMING: When and where to watch Ranji Trophy final Day 3 online? Check full details

Live Mint  

Sachin Baby's Kerala and Akshay Wadkar's Vidarbha will meet in Nagpur to clinch the Ranji Trophy 2025. Despite losing 3 wickets for 24 runs, Vidarbha's Danish Malewar and Karun Nair stood up in the biggest match of the tournament and put on a 215-run partnership. Eventually, a 44-run last wicket partnership between Nachiket Bhute and Harsh Dubey helped the home …

Ranji Trophy Final: Vidarbha take crucial lead vs Kerala despite Sachin Baby's 98
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranji Trophy Final: Vidarbha take crucial lead vs Kerala despite Sachin Baby's 98

India Today  

Vidarbha bowled Kerala out for 342 and gained a crucial 37-run lead in the first innings of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. Kerala’s skipper, Sachin Baby, played a valiant knock of 98 runs off 235 balls, including 10 fours, but it wasn't enough to surpass Vidarbha's total of 379. Salman Nizar, Mohammed …

VID vs KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Final: Sarwate haunts Vidarbha with bat after Kerala seamers make merry with ball
2 weeks, 2 days ago

VID vs KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Final: Sarwate haunts Vidarbha with bat after Kerala seamers make merry with ball

The Hindu  

There is something about Aditya Sarwate, Ranji Trophy finals and the VCA Stadium. Sarwate, coming in at one-drop for the first time, batted with grit, as well as some flair, to lead Kerala’s reply to Vidarbha’s first innings score of 379. Ranji Trophy final, Day 2 -As it happened But, in the final hour, Imran was guilty of playing according …

Ranji Trophy final, VID vs KER: Aditya Sarwate leads Kerala's fightback on Day 2
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranji Trophy final, VID vs KER: Aditya Sarwate leads Kerala's fightback on Day 2

India Today  

Aditya Sarwate led Kerala's fightback on Day 2 of the Ranji Trophy final against Vidarbha on Thursday, February 27 as they ended the day on 131 for 3, trailing by 248 runs. After starting the day on 254 for 4, Vidarbha got things going off the very first ball as Yash Thakur hit Nidheesh for a boundary. Ranji Trophy Final …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final: Centurion Malewar content to get fruits of preparations on challenging pitch
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final: Centurion Malewar content to get fruits of preparations on challenging pitch

The Hindu  

Making fifties is fine. Vidarbha’s Danish Malewar is finding all that out in his first season in First Class cricket. He came out to bat in the Ranji Trophy final after scoring five fifties, but only one hundred. RELATED: Centurion Malewar hits Kerala, helps Vidarbha recover from shaky start on Day 1 But, Malewar was joined by Karun Nair and …

VID vs KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Final: Centurion Malewar hits Kerala, helps Vidarbha recover from shaky start on Day 1
2 weeks, 3 days ago

VID vs KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Final: Centurion Malewar hits Kerala, helps Vidarbha recover from shaky start on Day 1

The Hindu  

Danish Malewar put on Wednesday a display worthy of the grandest of stages in domestic cricket. 🙌 Rohan Kunnummal's brilliant direct hit run out of Karun Nair breaks the 215-run 4th wicket stand 👌👌#RanjiTrophy | @IDFCFIRSTBank | #Final Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/up5GVaflpppic.twitter.com/7zmJCeo9Jd — BCCI Domestic February 26, 2025 A fine opening spell by M.D. Nidheesh had suggested Kerala’s gamble to bowl …

Malewar's unbeaten ton, Nair's 86 take Vidarbha to 254/4 on Day 1 of Ranji Trophy final
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Malewar's unbeaten ton, Nair's 86 take Vidarbha to 254/4 on Day 1 of Ranji Trophy final

New Indian Express  

NAGPUR: A horrible mix-up between Karun Nair and Danish Malewar denied the former a deserving century but their much-needed resistance took Vidarbha to a formidable 254/4 at stumps on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala here on Wednesday. Nair and Malewar led a strong fightback for the hosts at the VCA Stadium after the Kerala seamers …

VID vs KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Final: Vidarbha captain Wadkar wary of Kerala’s potent bowling attack
2 weeks, 4 days ago

VID vs KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Final: Vidarbha captain Wadkar wary of Kerala’s potent bowling attack

The Hindu  

The excitement is palpable in the Kerala camp at the VCA Stadium on this humid afternoon. He tells one channel after another how thrilled every player is about Kerala’s first-ever Ranji Trophy final. READ | High-flying Vidarbha meets propitious Kerala in Ranji Trophy final showdown But, they are not taking Kerala lightly. “Kerala has an excellent attack and we should …

VID vs KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25: High-flying Vidarbha meets propitious Kerala in final showdown
2 weeks, 4 days ago

VID vs KER, Ranji Trophy 2024-25: High-flying Vidarbha meets propitious Kerala in final showdown

The Hindu  

Far from the madding crowd lies the VCA stadium. It is the last stop for a maddeningly thrilling journey for Kerala in India’s premier domestic cricket tournament. An 81-run partnership by the last pair against Jammu & Kashmir that gave a one-run first-innings lead in the quarterfinal; and a two-run lead against Gujarat, courtesy a helmet worn by a close-in …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: What happened the last time Kerala played Vidarbha?
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Ranji Trophy 2024-25: What happened the last time Kerala played Vidarbha?

The Hindu  

Kerala created history against Gujarat, earning a dramatic two-run lead in the semifinal on Friday to reach its first-ever Ranji Final. As Kerala and Vidarbha take on each other in the season finale on Wednesday, let’s see what happened when these two teams met the last time. VIDARBHA vs KERALA The Ranji Trophy 2019-20 Elite Group A match between Vidarbha …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final preview: Vidarbha vs Kerala in Nagpur on February 26, 2025. Vidarbha are playing their fourth final while Kerala will be making maiden appearance
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final preview: Vidarbha vs Kerala in Nagpur on February 26, 2025. Vidarbha are playing their fourth final while Kerala will be making maiden appearance

The Hindu  

Former winners Vidarbha will rely on their red-hot form to stake claim for a title that they last won over five years ago, while first-time finalists Kerala will be driven by grit when the two contrasting teams clash in the summit showdown for the 90th Ranji Trophy, starting in Nagpur on Wednesday. It has been nothing short of a stellar …

Ranji Trophy 2024-2025: Top 10 leading wicket-takers of the current season
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-2025: Top 10 leading wicket-takers of the current season

The Hindu  

The 2024-2025 Ranji Trophy season has witnessed a lot of exceptional performances from the bowlers, but a handful of them have stood out, occupying the top places in the wicket-taking charts this season. Bowlers like Harsh Dubey, Auqib Nabi, and Shams Mulani have showcased extraordinary skills and consistency in their performances, making significant contributions to their teams. Top 10 Leading …

‘This is Kerala’s 1983 moment’ - Former captain Ananthapadmanabhan praises Sachin Baby-led team for reaching maiden Ranji Trophy final
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

‘This is Kerala’s 1983 moment’ - Former captain Ananthapadmanabhan praises Sachin Baby-led team for reaching maiden Ranji Trophy final

The Hindu  

He may be better known as an umpire now, but K.N. “This is Kerala’s 1983 moment,” he tells Sportstar, comparing it to India’s first-ever World Cup triumph. READ | From teammates to opponents — Wadkar ready to face Sarwate in Vidarbha vs Kerala final “Vidarbha is perhaps the most balanced side in the Ranji Trophy,” he says. “It is good …

This is Kerala’s 1983 moment, says Ananthapadmanabhan on its maiden Ranji final appearance
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

This is Kerala’s 1983 moment, says Ananthapadmanabhan on its maiden Ranji final appearance

The Hindu  

He may be better known as an umpire now, but K.N. “He has been a magnificent servant for Kerala cricket ever since he joined the team as a professional,” he says. “It is good that Kerala added Aditya Sarwate to the squad this year; they now form a superb spin attack.” Looking back to his playing days, Ananthapadmanabhan says Kerala …

Kerala cricket story: From the backwaters to Ranji Trophy final
3 weeks ago

Kerala cricket story: From the backwaters to Ranji Trophy final

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: At the start of the Ranji Trophy, few would have bet on Kerala making the final. A good cricketing system is one thing which would take Kerala cricket to the next level. With the right management and right players in the team the cricketing culture has set in; how to go about the game, not just one or two …

To play the Ranji Trophy final has been my dream: Kerala captain Sachin Baby
3 weeks ago

To play the Ranji Trophy final has been my dream: Kerala captain Sachin Baby

The Hindu  

Sachin Baby was unlucky on his Ranji Trophy debut. Some 15 years later, Lady Luck smiled on Sachin, now the Kerala captain, in another Ranji Trophy match. A deflection off the helmet of Salman Nizar at short leg flew towards slip, where Sachin took the most unforgettable catch of his career and that of the Kerala cricket team. Kerala took …

RANJI TROPHY | Sachin Baby savours Kerala’s journey from underdog to finalist
3 weeks ago

RANJI TROPHY | Sachin Baby savours Kerala’s journey from underdog to finalist

The Hindu  

Sachin Baby was unlucky on his Ranji Trophy debut. Some 15 years later, lady luck smiled on Baby, Kerala’s captain, in another Ranji Trophy match. A deflection off the helmet of Salman Nizar at short leg flew towards slip, where Baby took the most unforgettable catch of his career, and that of the Kerala cricket team. Kerala took the first-innings …

Kerala create history by reaching first-ever Ranji Trophy final, look at the team's journey to the top
3 weeks ago

Kerala create history by reaching first-ever Ranji Trophy final, look at the team's journey to the top

Firstpost  

Kerala created history by securing their maiden Ranji Trophy final berth with a thrilling two-run first-innings lead over Gujarat. Kerala will play their first-ever Ranji Trophy final against Vidarbha from 26 February to 2 March. Kerala created history on Friday, securing their maiden Ranji Trophy final berth with a dramatic two-run first-innings lead over Gujarat. Kerala is actually picking the …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Experienced Sarwate’s match-defining spell sets up final date with former team
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Experienced Sarwate’s match-defining spell sets up final date with former team

The Hindu  

As Kerala took to the field on day five of the Ranji Trophy semifinal against Gujarat, the team was in desperate need of inspiration to mount a comeback. Despite the fifth-day pitch offering little turn, Sarwate rose to the occasion, taking the remaining wickets and restricting the home side to 455, just two runs shy of Kerala’s first-innings total. “I’ve …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: It is a great honour to represent Kerala in its first final, says Jalaj Saxena
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: It is a great honour to represent Kerala in its first final, says Jalaj Saxena

The Hindu  

Veteran all-rounder Jalaj Saxena said it was an honour as a professional player to be playing in Kerala’s first-ever Ranji Trophy final after the side’s draw with Gujarat in the semifinal here on Friday. After 20 years in the domestic circuit, aggregating over 7000 First-Class runs and 480 wickets, it will be the off-spinner’s first Ranji final too. Kerala bowler …

RANJI TROPHY | Vidarbha enters second consecutive final in style
3 weeks, 1 day ago

RANJI TROPHY | Vidarbha enters second consecutive final in style

The Hindu  

Mohit Avasthi and Royston Dias — in sync with Mumbai’s trend for the season of the lower order contributing much more with the bat than the top-order — frustrated the Vidarbha bowlers a lot. Not only had Vidarbha convincingly avenged last year’s Ranji Trophy final loss against Mumbai, but more importantly, it had entered its second consecutive Ranji final. Yash …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Vidarbha quells Mumbai’s lower-order show to secure final spot
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Vidarbha quells Mumbai’s lower-order show to secure final spot

The Hindu  

Mohit Avasthi and Royston Dias – in sync with Mumbai’s trend for the season of lower order contributing much more with the bat than the top order – frustrated the Vidarbha bowlers a lot. However, off the fifth ball into the last session, Harsh Dubey – the undisputed stand-out bowler of the Ranji Trophy season – rapped Avasthi on the …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semifinal in Nagpur: Mumbnai vs Vidarbha semifinal; vidarbha beats mumbai to enter second consecutive Ranji trophy final
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semifinal in Nagpur: Mumbnai vs Vidarbha semifinal; vidarbha beats mumbai to enter second consecutive Ranji trophy final

The Hindu  

Mohit Avasthi and Royston Dias — in sync with Mumbai’s trend for the season of lower order contributing much more with the bat than the top-order — frustrated the Vidarbha bowlers a lot. Fifth ball into the last session, however, Harsh Dubey — the undisputed stand-out bowler of the Ranji Trophy season — rapped Avasthi on the pads, umpire Virender …

Ranji Trophy 24-25 Finalists Confirmed As Kerala Storm Into Maiden Final With Draw Vs Gujarat
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy 24-25 Finalists Confirmed As Kerala Storm Into Maiden Final With Draw Vs Gujarat

ABP News  

Ranji Trophy 24-25 Final: Kerala etch a famous chapter in the history books of their Ranji Trophy journey, as the side manage to secure their maiden berth in the Final of the tournament after drawing semi-final vs Gujarat at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday. A special moment for Kerala 👌 They have qualified for the final for …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semifinal: Kerala enters maiden final after dramatic first innings lead over Gujarat, in Ahmedabad on February 21 2025
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semifinal: Kerala enters maiden final after dramatic first innings lead over Gujarat, in Ahmedabad on February 21 2025

The Hindu  

The stage was set for a gripping finale. The odds were stacked against Kerala, with Gujarat needing just 28 runs at the start of the final day to cross the opponent’s 457, with three wickets in hand. Kerala looked to have scuffed the chance to remove the well-set Jaymeet when skipper Sachin Baby dropped a comfortable catch at short cover …

Defending Champions Out! Vidarbha Stun Star-Studded Mumbai, Storm Into Ranji Trophy 24-25 Final
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Defending Champions Out! Vidarbha Stun Star-Studded Mumbai, Storm Into Ranji Trophy 24-25 Final

ABP News  

VID Vs MUM: Vidarbha complete their sweet revenge over Mumbai by knocking them out of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semi-finals, thereby, booking their place in the Final of the competition for a second consecutive season. Only Akash Anand stood tall with an impressive 106-run knock, as Parth Rekhade ran through Mumbai's batting order with 4 wickets, and was complemented by …

Ranji Trophy: Kerala uses concussion sub to replace Salman Nizar with Shoun Roger
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranji Trophy: Kerala uses concussion sub to replace Salman Nizar with Shoun Roger

The Hindu  

Kerala has opted to substitute out Salman Nizar for the remainder of the Ranji Trophy semifinal against Gujarat after he sustained a knock to the head off the final ball of the Gujarat first-innings. Arzan Nagwaswalla attempted a slog with Gujarat just two runs shy of the Kerala total of 457, but the ball bounced off Salman’s helmet before captain …

Kerala reaches first Ranji Trophy final after taking first-innings lead vs Gujarat
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Kerala reaches first Ranji Trophy final after taking first-innings lead vs Gujarat

The Hindu  

The stage was set for a gripping finale. The odds were stacked against Kerala, with Gujarat needing just 28 runs at the start of the final day to cross the opponent’s 457, with three wickets in hand. Kerala looked to have scuffed the chance to remove the well-set Jaymeet when skipper Sachin Baby dropped a comfortable catch at short cover …

Ranji Trophy Champions: Complete Winners List from 1934 to 2024!
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranji Trophy Champions: Complete Winners List from 1934 to 2024!

The Hindu  

Mumbai won the Ranji Trophy last year, beating Vidarbha in the final at the Wankhede Stadium to clinch a record-extending 42nd title. Here is the full list of Ranji Trophy winners and runners-up from the tournament’s inception in 1934-35 to the 2023-24 season: 1934-35: Bombay defeated Northern India 1935-36: Bombay defeated Madras 1936-37: Nawanagar defeated Bengal 1937-38: Hyderabad defeated Nawanagar …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semifinal: Who qualifies for final if Gujarat vs Kerala ends in draw?
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semifinal: Who qualifies for final if Gujarat vs Kerala ends in draw?

The Hindu  

The fate of the Ranji Trophy 2024/25 semifinal between Gujarat and Kerala, being played in Ahmedabad, hung in the balance at the close of play on Thursday. b) If points are equal then team with greater number of bonus points at league stage. c) If points and bonus points are equal then team with greater number of outright wins at …

Sanju Samson gets emotional as Kerala reach Ranji Trophy final: 1 step away
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Sanju Samson gets emotional as Kerala reach Ranji Trophy final: 1 step away

India Today  

Sanju Samson sent an emotional message to the Kerala team as they reached their first Ranji Trophy final on Friday, February 21. Kerala drew their semi-final match against Gujarat on Friday but were able to secure a crucial 2-run lead in the first innings to ensure that they qualify for their first final in their history. How did Kerala qualify …

Kerala — the God's own team
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Kerala — the God's own team

New Indian Express  

Chennai: It can’t get more dramatic and seemed to be plucked out straight from Ripley’s Believe It or Not show. Kerala started on the back foot on the last day of their Ranji Trophy semifinal at the gigantic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday. Hosts Gujarat needed just two runs to reach Kerala’s 457 first innings score, when No …

Watch: Kerala edge closer to their first-ever Ranji final after miraculous catch
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Watch: Kerala edge closer to their first-ever Ranji final after miraculous catch

India Today  

It was a thriller of the highest order at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Friday, February 21. Kerala edged ever closer to the Ranji Trophy final for the first time in their 74-year history in the premier first-class cricket tournament, taking the first-innings lead against Gujarat in the semi-final. Kerala secured a two-run lead in the morning session on Day …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Jaymeet, Jalaj’s inspirational performances set up tense semifinal showdown
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Jaymeet, Jalaj’s inspirational performances set up tense semifinal showdown

The Hindu  

When Gujarat resumed its first innings on day four of its Ranji Trophy semifinal against Kerala on Wednesday, the side looked primed to chase down the visitor’s score of 457. While Manan Hingrajia’s wicket helped Kerala add a spring to its step, Saxena’s ball to dismiss centurion Panchal was the one that truly got the team elated. Gujarat batter Jaymeet …

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