A Timeless Journey: Ranji Trophy Gets a Modern Twist
2 months, 2 weeks ago

A Timeless Journey: Ranji Trophy Gets a Modern Twist

The Hindu  

Ranji Trophy is back with a revamped format that ensures matches are spread across the country and caters to the changing weather conditions. The tournament features 38 teams split across the Elite and Plate divisions, with the first five rounds running until November 16. The format also includes the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20) and Vijay Hazare Trophy (50 overs) sandwiched in between. The focus on fast bowlers and the Indian national team's tour to Australia adds to the allure of the Ranji Trophy.

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From earning Rs. 5 a day to making a lasting impact: The untold story of Andhra’s cricket pioneers
3 weeks ago

From earning Rs. 5 a day to making a lasting impact: The untold story of Andhra’s cricket pioneers

The Hindu  

Some of these cricketers played during an era when they were paid a meagre Rs. Patel, and H. Ramprasad, many found employment in banks or institutions in Hyderabad, making the city a ‘second home.’ Recently, these cricketers gathered at the Gymkhana Ground in Hyderabad to watch the Andhra-Kerala Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 match, reflecting on their memories of the …

Ranji Trophy Diary: Killing time in smog and IPL auction fever hits home!
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy Diary: Killing time in smog and IPL auction fever hits home!

The Hindu  

Cricket is probably the only sport where players warm up for a game by playing another sport. The home players, though, chose to return to their basics, as they kickstarted a passionate game of one-pitch, one-hand tennis ball cricket right in front of their dressing room. IPL franchises keeping an eye on Ranji Trophy Vikram Solanki, Gujarat Titans’ Director of …

Ranji Trophy’s importance will always be paramount; I play for the thrill of it: Jayant Yadav
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy’s importance will always be paramount; I play for the thrill of it: Jayant Yadav

The Hindu  

There aren’t many things to do in Rohtak when the smog settles in. A - I think the best part about our team is that we have always played ‘one for all and all for one’. At the end of the day, you have to try and find different ways to make the batsman think about what’s coming next. So …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala’s Sachin Baby rues overs lost to smog after draw against Haryana
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala’s Sachin Baby rues overs lost to smog after draw against Haryana

The Hindu  

Kerala captain Sachin Baby praised the collective effort from his batters after his team clinched three points against Haryana by claiming the first innings lead at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Stadium here on Saturday. But our batters stuck to the basics and reduced mistakes,” said Sachin after the end of the final day’s play. After having batted for nearly 120 …

Ranji Trophy Points Table after Round 5: Mumbai moves to third in Group A after win vs Services; Baroda, Vidarbha, Haryana, Chandigarh in top spots
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy Points Table after Round 5: Mumbai moves to third in Group A after win vs Services; Baroda, Vidarbha, Haryana, Chandigarh in top spots

The Hindu  

Mumbai registered its second consecutive win in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season after beating Services by nine wickets in the fifth round at the Palam A Stadium in New Delhi on Saturday. Tamil Nadu continued its unbeaten streak this season with an innings win against Railways as Saurashtra registered its first win of the season with an innings win against …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Openers give Madhya Pradesh solid start against Bengal on Day 3 as it chases 338
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Openers give Madhya Pradesh solid start against Bengal on Day 3 as it chases 338

The Hindu  

Opener Subhransu Senapati scored a gritty half-century to keep Madhya Pradesh in the hunt for an outright win over Bengal in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C match at the Holkar Stadium here on Friday. Beginning from 170 for five, Bengal aggregated 276 in its second innings and set Madhya Pradesh a target of 338. The contest is evenly poised as …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Pacy Kamboj rattles Kerala, locks in on historic 10-wicket haul
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Pacy Kamboj rattles Kerala, locks in on historic 10-wicket haul

The Hindu  

Anshul Kamboj is a restless figure without the ball in his hand. On Thursday, Kamboj managed to channel the entirety of his twitchy energy onto the ball, as he ran through the Kerala batting order, claiming all the eight wickets to fall in his side’s Ranji Trophy match at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Stadium. So, today I bowled a little …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shami takes four wickets as Bengal remains in control vs Madhya Pradesh on Day 2
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shami takes four wickets as Bengal remains in control vs Madhya Pradesh on Day 2

The Hindu  

Mohammed Shami showed glimpses of his old touch as he led Bengal’s fightback with a four-wicket haul in its Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match against Madhya Pradesh at the Holkar Stadium here on Thursday. Bengal bowlers showed more discipline and captured nine Madhya Pradesh wickets in the first session for a crucial 61-run first-innings lead. Displaying better rhythm and …

Ranji Trophy: Shami takes four-wicket haul during competitive cricket return
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1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy: Shami takes four-wicket haul during competitive cricket return

Hindustan Times  

Lucknow, : Indian pace veteran Mohammed Shami delivered an impressive spell during his return to competitive cricket, taking four wickets for Bengal during his side's Ranji Trophy Group C match against Madhya Pradesh on Thursday. Ranji Trophy: Shami takes four-wicket haul during competitive cricket return Madhya Pradesh was skittled out for 161 runs in reply to Bengal's total of 228 …

Mohammed Shami announces comeback with four-wicket haul in Ranji Trophy, raises hopes for Border-Gavaskar Trophy
1 month, 1 week ago

Mohammed Shami announces comeback with four-wicket haul in Ranji Trophy, raises hopes for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Firstpost  

Mohammed Shami marked his return to competitive cricket in style, claiming a four-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy and showcasing his sharp form before the Border-Gavaskar Trophy gets underway in Australia. Image: Reuters Mohammed Shami raised hopes for a quick return to international cricket as he took four wickets for Bengal on Thursday in a Ranji Trophy match against Madhya …

Ranji Trophy 2024/25: Mohammed Shami bags 4/54 after injury comeback during Madhya Pradesh vs Bengal
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024/25: Mohammed Shami bags 4/54 after injury comeback during Madhya Pradesh vs Bengal

The Hindu  

On Thursday, Mohammed Shami claimed four wickets on his return to competitive cricket during the second day of the Ranji Trophy match between Bengal and Madhya Pradesh in Indore. Shami got the wicket of Madhya Pradesh captain Shubham Sharma, castling the right-handed batter for eight runs off an inside edge. The pacer then removed tailenders Kumar Kartieya and Kulwant Khejroliya …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Sharandeep’s patient fifty helps Jharkhand to 135/3 on Day 1 vs Delhi
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Sharandeep’s patient fifty helps Jharkhand to 135/3 on Day 1 vs Delhi

The Hindu  

On a gloomy day in the national capital where play was affected by smog in the morning and bad light in the evening, Jharkhand opener Sharandeep Singh exhibited ample patience and a tight defence to compile an unbeaten 64. He consumed 183 balls, making for a slow-moving opening day between Jharkhand and Delhi in a Group-D Ranji Trophy tie at …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka takes first innings lead against Uttar Pradesh after Koushik’s fifer on Day 1
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka takes first innings lead against Uttar Pradesh after Koushik’s fifer on Day 1

The Hindu  

Karnataka’s bowlers, led by V. Koushik, provided their side with the perfect platform for a much-needed outright win by skittling Uttar Pradesh for 89, before the batters huffed and puffed to take a 38-run first-innings lead on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ contest at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here. A …

Mohammed Shami set for Ranji Trophy return after year-long hiatus. Boost for India ahead of Australian tour?
1 month, 1 week ago

Mohammed Shami set for Ranji Trophy return after year-long hiatus. Boost for India ahead of Australian tour?

Live Mint  

Mohammad Shami returns: After nearly a year on the sidelines, Indian pacer Mohammed Shami is poised to return to competitive cricket. "In a major boost to Indian cricket and the Bengal Ranji Trophy team, star pacer Mohammad Shami will make a comeback into competitive cricket for Bengal against Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match in Indore …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka visits Uttar Pradesh in hunt for outright win to revive campaign
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka visits Uttar Pradesh in hunt for outright win to revive campaign

The Hindu  

A rain-marred campaign will prompt Karnataka to push for an outright win from the get-go when it takes on Uttar Pradesh in its Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here from Wednesday. Ceding the first-innings lead to Bengal in its previous contest has left Karnataka with the lone bright spot …

Ranji Trophy 2024: Vihari, Lalith hold key as Andhra hopes to revive season against in-form Hyderabad
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024: Vihari, Lalith hold key as Andhra hopes to revive season against in-form Hyderabad

The Hindu  

Hanuma Vihari and A. Lalith Mohan, two former Hyderabadis and now representing Andhra, might well be the key when their team takes on former champion Hyderabad in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium here from Wednesday. Vihari, who scored 250 runs in four games with two fifties, and left-arm spinner Lalith, who claimed 21 …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mumbai seeks another dominant show in battle against Services
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mumbai seeks another dominant show in battle against Services

The Hindu  

Mumbai will be chasing its third victory of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season when it goes up against Services at the Airforce Complex ground in Palam starting Wednesday. With only eight points separating the top five teams in Group A, Mumbai, placed third behind Baroda and Jammu & Kashmir, knows that a win before the Ranji campaign pauses for the …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mulani, Himanshu shine as Mumbai remains on cusp of win vs Odisha
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mulani, Himanshu shine as Mumbai remains on cusp of win vs Odisha

The Hindu  

In a bid to add batting depth, Mumbai entered the Ranji Trophy Elite Group A tie with only four specialist bowlers. And the bowling group delivered, putting Mumbai on the cusp of earning a bonus point against Odisha at the end of the penultimate day’s proceedings. Chasing a mammoth total of 602 for four declared, Odisha’s last five wickets added …

Ranji Trophy | Bhambri leads the way as Chandigarh nudges ahead of Delhi
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy | Bhambri leads the way as Chandigarh nudges ahead of Delhi

The Hindu  

Riding on opener Shivam Bhambri’s eye-catching knock of 80, Chandigarh managed to nudge ahead of Delhi on day two of a Group D Ranji Trophy contest here on Thursday. With Delhi captain Himmat Singh relying on spin given the conditions on offer, pacers Himanshu Chauhan and Siddhant Sharma bowled only 19 of the 92 overs that they were on the …

Ranji Trophy | Lad revels in second innings for Mumbai
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy | Lad revels in second innings for Mumbai

The Hindu  

When Siddhesh Lad sought a No Objection Certificate from the Mumbai Cricket Association ahead of the 2022-23 season, the diminutive batter had thought he would never adorn the Lion’s Crest again. Four weeks since marking his return to Ranji Trophy, Lad was given a standing ovation by the Mumbai dressing room on Thursday, after notching up an unbeaten 169 against …

Ranji Trophy | Shreyas and Lad’s regal partnership takes reigning champion to mammoth score
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy | Shreyas and Lad’s regal partnership takes reigning champion to mammoth score

The Hindu  

Two batters recorded their personal best in First Class cricket and the duo created a record for Mumbai’s fourth wicket partnership in the Ranji Trophy. As a result, Mumbai posted a gargantuan total before the bowlers tightened the noose around Odisha’s neck in an Elite Group A tie at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy ground here on Thursday. The scores: …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Manohar, Shreyas steady Karnataka’s innings against Bengal, Koushik picks five
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Manohar, Shreyas steady Karnataka’s innings against Bengal, Koushik picks five

The Hindu  

In the absence of regulars Prasidh Krishna, Vidhwath Kaverappa and V. Vyshak, the onus was on V. Koushik to carry the pace bowling load for Karnataka. Koushik delivered in style, showcasing terrific skill to record figures of five for 38 against Bengal in a Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ match here on Thursday. Manohar reached his maiden First Class fifty, in …

Rajasthan's Grip on the Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad's Uncertain Path
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rajasthan's Grip on the Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad's Uncertain Path

The Hindu  

Rajasthan and Hyderabad will clash in the fourth round of the Ranji Trophy, with Rajasthan holding the advantage on the leader-board. Hyderabad, coming off an impressive win against Puducherry, will be looking to bounce back. Tanay Thyagarajan, the left-arm spinner, poses a significant threat for Rajasthan, while Hyderabad's Saranu Nishanth is back in action after recovering from his injury.

Mumbai's Shreyas Iyer Set to Ignite the Ranji Trophy Flames
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai's Shreyas Iyer Set to Ignite the Ranji Trophy Flames

The Hindu  

Mumbai will be hoping for Shreyas Iyer to boost the side and kick off its topsy-turvy Ranji Trophy campaign against Odisha from Wednesday. With the defending champion being forced to be content with an innings lead, Mumbai will rely on Shreyas to ensure there are no further hiccups. With Suryansh Shedge, the youngster, having plundered a run-a-ball 99 in Agartala, …

Mumbai Relies on Shreyas' Return to Stabilize Ranji Trophy Campaign
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai Relies on Shreyas' Return to Stabilize Ranji Trophy Campaign

The Hindu  

Mumbai looks to bounce back against Odisha in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25. With Shreyas Iyer back in action, the team will rely on him to ensure a stable campaign against the arch-rivals. Despite a shaky batting performance against Tripura, Mumbai will be hoping for a resurgence with the return of the experienced Shreyas. Meanwhile, Odisha, under a new coach, seeks …

Ranji Trophy Round 4: A Battle of Titans, A Journey Through Diverse Landscapes
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy Round 4: A Battle of Titans, A Journey Through Diverse Landscapes

The Hindu  

The 2024-25 Ranji Trophy Round 4 will feature 19 matches across various locations in the country. Karnataka will take on Bengal at home, while Tripura will clash with Baroda in a clash of states. Rajasthan will face Hyderabad in a battle of titans, while Vidarbha will take on Himachal Pradesh in a clash of power. Gujarat will lock horns with …

Bihar Aims to Bounce Back Against Madhya Pradesh in Ranji Trophy Match
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bihar Aims to Bounce Back Against Madhya Pradesh in Ranji Trophy Match

Hindustan Times  

The Bihar cricket team will look to redeem themselves against Madhya Pradesh in their upcoming Ranji Trophy match. The team suffered a defeat against Karnataka and will need to step up their game in the coming matches. Bowlers have been delivering for Bihar, and batters need to step up to provide runs. The Bihar Cricket Association is committed to supporting …

Ajith Ram's Fierce Spinners Leave Chhattisgarh Boiling in Ranji Trophy Match
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ajith Ram's Fierce Spinners Leave Chhattisgarh Boiling in Ranji Trophy Match

The Hindu  

Ajith Ram shines with four wickets in Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh. The left-arm spinner, who was joint-second highest wicket-taker last year, showed his prowess on a challenging pitch. He varied his speeds and lines, adapting to the conditions and proving his mettle against the batting side.

Ranji Trophy Round 3: A Comprehensive Guide to Matches and Fixtures
2 months ago

Ranji Trophy Round 3: A Comprehensive Guide to Matches and Fixtures

The Hindu  

The 2024-25 Ranji Trophy Round 3 will feature 38 teams across Elite (32) and Plate (6) divisions. The third round will see matches across different parts of the country, with as many as 19 matches held. The defending champion Mumbai will look to build on its winning momentum in the away match against Tripura. The full list of matches is …

Mumbai Triumphs Over Maharashtra in Ranji Trophy Opener
2 months ago

Mumbai Triumphs Over Maharashtra in Ranji Trophy Opener

The Hindu  

Mumbai secured a resounding nine-wicket victory over Maharashtra in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 opener match. Despite losing the bonus point, Mumbai chased a target of 74 runs with ease, thanks to a remarkable partnership between Prithvi Shaw and Ayush Mhatre. Despite facing challenges with a viral infection, Mhatre emerged as a hero, scoring a century and celebrating his birthday with …

Dull's Fightback Leaves Delhi Defeated in Ranji Trophy Clash
2 months ago

Dull's Fightback Leaves Delhi Defeated in Ranji Trophy Clash

The Hindu  

Delhi's Yash Dhull shines as Tamil Nadu secures a comfortable victory in the Ranji Trophy clash. Despite facing a formidable bowling attack, Dhull's century helps Delhi to maintain their hopes of a comeback. Tamil Nadu, meanwhile, continues their impressive run, extending their lead in the tournament.

Baroda Dominates Mumbai in Ranji Trophy Clash
2 months, 1 week ago

Baroda Dominates Mumbai in Ranji Trophy Clash

The Hindu  

Baroda dominated the second day's play against Mumbai, securing a comfortable 76-run lead. The home team showcased their batting prowess, with Ayush Mhatre and Hardik Tamore scoring fluent half-centuries. Baroda bowlers, led by Bhargav Bhatt, kept Mumbai in check with disciplined bowling and tight fielding. The match will be crucial for Mumbai's hopes of securing a title defense.

New points system, Ranji Trophy in two phases; highlights of India's 2024-25 domestic season
6 months, 2 weeks ago

New points system, Ranji Trophy in two phases; highlights of India's 2024-25 domestic season

India TV News  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the calendar for the domestic season 2024-25. Interestingly, the BCCI has decided to trial the new points system in the U23 cricket tournament - CK Nayudu Trophy. If all goes well, the new points system will also be introduced in the Ranji Trophy. Moreover, the board has also listened to …

Ranji Trophy likely to be held in two halves, BCCI to remove toss from CK Nayudu Trophy: Report
7 months, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy likely to be held in two halves, BCCI to remove toss from CK Nayudu Trophy: Report

India TV News  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is considering making changes to domestic cricket. The Board is likely to split the prestigious first-class tournament Ranji Trophy into two halves and is set to remove the toss from the CK Nayudu Trophy. It added that the proposal was sent after consultation with the Board secretary Jay Shah, Team India captain …

More gap between Ranji games to address player fatigue: Jay Shah
7 months, 1 week ago

More gap between Ranji games to address player fatigue: Jay Shah

Hindustan Times  

The Indian cricket board will ensure a longer gap between Ranji Trophy matches in the coming season, players complained of fatigue last season and raised concerns that having just days between matches will lead to injuries. A four-member committee -- head coach Rahul Dravid, NCA director VVS Laxman, chief selector Ajit Agarkar and BCCI general manager Abey Kuruvilla – was …

Ranji Trophy heroics not celebrated as much as one-off IPL exploits
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy heroics not celebrated as much as one-off IPL exploits

The Hindu  

The one thing that the IPL has done is pretty much ensure that it is a shortcut to the India cap. Take, for example, the magnificent century scored by Vidarbha’s captain Akshay Wadkar in the finals of the Ranji Trophy; none of his family members or anybody else has been interviewed. Don’t forget that Wadkar had also kept wickets for …

Making a better Ranji Trophy schedule the need of the hour
9 months ago

Making a better Ranji Trophy schedule the need of the hour

The Hindu  

Workload management has emerged as a ubiquitous term in Indian cricket, perhaps even surpassing the use of phrases like “following processes” or “sticking to the basics.” Once an Indian cricketer enters the national team or becomes a regular fixture in the Indian Premier League, these two words swiftly become part of their lexicon. Naturally, Shardul Thakur, a member of India’s …

State units 'helpless', urge to hold Ranji Trophy before IPL auction as rising count of domestic absentees worries BCCI
9 months ago

State units 'helpless', urge to hold Ranji Trophy before IPL auction as rising count of domestic absentees worries BCCI

Hindustan Times  

As the IPL 2024 gears up for its highly anticipated kickoff on March 22, the focus is not just on the thrilling matches but also on the balance between domestic cricket and the lucrative T20 tournament. Mumbai players celebrate their Ranji Trophy win in the 2023-24 season An analysis by the Indian Express has revealed a concerning trend among IPL …

'Triple' Ranji fees, end tournament in December to adjust IPL training: Gavaskar's advice to avoid Ishan-like situation
9 months, 1 week ago

'Triple' Ranji fees, end tournament in December to adjust IPL training: Gavaskar's advice to avoid Ishan-like situation

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has called upon the Board of Control for Cricket in India to increase the pay for domestic cricketers, particularly those in the first-class circuit. While appreciating the BCCI's recent decision to provide incentives for Test players, Gavaskar emphasised the importance of adequately supporting the Ranji Trophy, which serves as a crucial platform for nurturing future …

'Ranji Trophy fee should be doubled or tripled': Sunil Gavaskar on preventing pull-outs from domestic cricket
9 months, 1 week ago

'Ranji Trophy fee should be doubled or tripled': Sunil Gavaskar on preventing pull-outs from domestic cricket

India TV News  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's 'Test Cricket Incentive Scheme' has given an idea to former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar to introduce the same concept in the Ranji Trophy as well. Gavaskar while appreciating BCCI's move to encourage Test cricket for players who are already playing to prioritise the format and to the youngsters who want to play …

Ranji Trophy: The return of Mumbai
9 months, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy: The return of Mumbai

Hindustan Times  

In the end, it needed the home team’s bowlers to turn ‘khadoos’ — the hard-nosed attitude generally associated with Mumbai's batters — and break the back of Vidarbha’s resistance to lift the coveted Ranji Trophy for a record-extending 42nd time. Mumbai's Dhawal Kulkarni lifts the championship trophy after winning the Ranji Trophy final For 255 balls on Thursday, Vidarbha skipper …

Sachin Tendulkar and Rohit Sharma react to Mumbai's Ranji Trophy 2024 triumph
9 months, 1 week ago

Sachin Tendulkar and Rohit Sharma react to Mumbai's Ranji Trophy 2024 triumph

India TV News  

The former Indian cricket team captain Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Mumbai for their triumph in the Ranji Trophy 2024 on Thursday. Sachin, a four-time Ranji Trophy winner with Mumbai, congratulated his former state team and also praised Vidarbha's fightback while chasing a mammoth 538-run target. "Many congratulations to Mumbai Cricket Association on winning their 42nd Ranji Trophy," Sachin wrote in his …

'Saw the comment Shardul Thakur made...': Dravid outlines major Ranji Trophy fault after BCCI's domestic-cricket diktat
9 months, 2 weeks ago

'Saw the comment Shardul Thakur made...': Dravid outlines major Ranji Trophy fault after BCCI's domestic-cricket diktat

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Rahul Dravid called for an "all-round review" of the Ranji Trophy season after Mumbai bowling all-rounder Shardul Thakur called out on the need for longer breaks for the domestic players through the course of the tournament. Rahul Dravid responds to Shardul Thakur's Ranji Trophy complaint Following the semifinal win against Tamil Nadu in Mumbai where Thakur was …

Confident that our youngsters won’t be overawed by Ranji Trophy final: Vidarbha bowler Wakhare
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Confident that our youngsters won’t be overawed by Ranji Trophy final: Vidarbha bowler Wakhare

The Hindu  

There are only two players in the current Vidarbha squad to have played its solitary Ranji Trophy game at the Wankhede Stadium. And there is only one cricketer to have played in both of Vidarbha’s previous Ranji Trophy encounters against Mumbai ahead of the big final, starting on Sunday. Akshay Wakhare is confident that the ghosts of 2013-14, when Vidarbha …

'There will be lot of injuries': Shardul Thakur calls out Ranji Trophy scheduling, urges BCCI to re-look at it – India TV
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'There will be lot of injuries': Shardul Thakur calls out Ranji Trophy scheduling, urges BCCI to re-look at it – India TV

India TV News  

Senior India and Mumbai all-rounder Shardul Thakur has called out Ranji Trophy's gruelling scheduling urging the BCCI to take a relook at it given the packed schedules all across the board with regards to IPL, international cricket and first-class cricket. Shardul, who smashed his maiden first-class century in the Ranji Trophy semi-final against Tamil Nadu lifting Mumbai to 290/9 from …

Ranji Trophy: Shardul leads Mumbai counter vs TN with maiden ton
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: Shardul leads Mumbai counter vs TN with maiden ton

Hindustan Times  

In this T20 age, not everyone is convinced by BCCI's diktat that players must be available for domestic red-ball cricket. Shardul Thakur scored 109 runs against Tamil Nadu Not all the league matches are easy to track for the national selectors, but they do have eyes fixed on the big knock-out games. Thakur's ability with the bat is well known …

'In my days, Sachin, Dravid and I...': Ganguly's 'Kohli, Rohit' take on red-ball vs white-ball debate amid contract row
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'In my days, Sachin, Dravid and I...': Ganguly's 'Kohli, Rohit' take on red-ball vs white-ball debate amid contract row

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes that contrary to the opinion among young cricketers, IPL career can go hand-in-hand with career in red-ball cricket. Ganguly, who played multi-format cricket during his days as an active cricketer, explained his point of view citing examples of yesteryear cricketers in him, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and present-day stars in Virat Kohli and Rohit …

Ranji Trophy | Tamore’s ton, Shaw’s aggression bat Baroda out of the game
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy | Tamore’s ton, Shaw’s aggression bat Baroda out of the game

The Hindu  

Ranji Trophy A combination of domination and grit has been a hallmark of Mumbai’s batting legacy. Thanks to a near-clinical batting display – dominated by Prithvi Shaw’s aggression and Hardik Tamore’s perfect anchor en route a second First Class hundred and a stubborn resistance by the lower order, especially all-rounders Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian – meant Mumbai ended the …

Ranji Trophy: Some tantalising match-ups in the KO rounds
10 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Some tantalising match-ups in the KO rounds

Hindustan Times  

Saurashtra, Vidarbha and Madhya Pradesh will look to build on their recent successes in the Ranji Trophy tournament as the knock-round begins on Friday. Cheteshwar Pujara plays a shot during the third day of the Ranji Trophy cricket match between Saurashtra and Vidarbha In a mouth-watering clash, Saurashtra will run into the strong Tamil Nadu while Vidarbha have a tough …

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