Ranji Trophy Semifinal: Jaggi century gives Jharkhand crucial 1st innings lead
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Ranji Trophy Semifinal: Jaggi century gives Jharkhand crucial 1st innings lead

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Nagpur: Ishank Jaggi led Jharkhand's spirited fightback with his 15th first-class hundred, and helped his side take the crucial first innings lead against Gujarat at stumps on day three of the Ranji Trophy semifinal, here on Tuesday. Jharkhand, who were trailing Gujarat's 390 by 176 runs with five down before play began on day three, rode on Jaggi's brilliance to end their first innings at 408. The 27-year-old, who scored his fourth century this season, has been instrumental in taking Jharkhand to their first ever Ranji Trophy semifinal alongside Ishan Kishan and Nadeem. Gujarat were off to a bad start in their second innings with tournament's leading run-getter and first innings centurion Priyank Kirit Panchal being run out in the eighth over.

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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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3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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 2024-25: Kerala captain Sachin proud of journey to the final, takes blame for turning point in loss
3 weeks, 4 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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3 weeks, 4 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
3 weeks, 4 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 …

Vidarbha clinch third Ranji Trophy title, beat Kerala on first-innings lead in summit clash
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Vidarbha clinch third Ranji Trophy title, beat Kerala on first-innings lead in summit clash

Deccan Chronicle  

Nagpur, March 2: A magnificent run in domestic cricket this season culminated in a third Ranji Trophy title for Vidarbha on Sunday, who defeated Kerala on the basis of first-innings lead on the fifth and final day of the summit clash at their home ground. Vidarbha's win now also makes them one of the strongest outfits in the Indian domestic …

Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair thrilled with statement ton with national selectors watching
3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karun Nair hundred sets up thrilling Day 5 in grand finale
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3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Karun Nair's unbeaten 132 puts Vidarbha in command in Ranji Trophy final against Kerala
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Karun Nair's unbeaten 132 puts Vidarbha in command in Ranji Trophy final against Kerala

New Indian Express  

NAGPUR: Karun Nair made the most of a reprieve to pile up an unbeaten 132 and power Vidarbha to a position of command with an overall lead of 286 runs at stumps on Day Four of their Ranji Trophy final here on Saturday. Nair's fourth century of the Ranji Trophy season— and ninth overall including five tons in the Vijay …

Ranji Trophy final: Error in judgement from Sachin Baby costs Kerala dearly against Vidarbha
3 weeks, 6 days 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
3 weeks, 6 days 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 …

Ranji Trophy Final: Vidarbha take crucial lead vs Kerala despite Sachin Baby's 98
3 weeks, 6 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 …

Ranji Trophy final, VID vs KER: Aditya Sarwate leads Kerala's fightback on Day 2
1 month 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: 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 2024-2025: Top 10 leading wicket-takers of the current season
1 month 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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1 month 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 …

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

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Experienced Sarwate’s match-defining spell sets up final date with former team
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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 semifinal in Nagpur: Mumbnai vs Vidarbha semifinal; vidarbha beats mumbai to enter second consecutive Ranji trophy final
1 month 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 2024-25 semifinal: Kerala enters maiden final after dramatic first innings lead over Gujarat, in Ahmedabad on February 21 2025
1 month 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 …

Kerala reaches first Ranji Trophy final after taking first-innings lead vs Gujarat
1 month 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!
1 month 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: Jaymeet, Jalaj’s inspirational performances set up tense semifinal showdown
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Jaymeet’s unbeaten 74 takes Gujarat towards Kerala’s first-innings score on Day 4 of semifinal
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Jaymeet’s unbeaten 74 takes Gujarat towards Kerala’s first-innings score on Day 4 of semifinal

The Hindu  

Jalaj Saxena’s four-wicket haul seemed to be taking his team to the cusp of history, but a knock beyond his years from Jaymeet Patel ensured the first Ranji Trophy semifinal between Gujarat and Kerala in Ahmedabad is tantalizingly poised heading into the final day. Ranji Trophy Highlights, Semifinals Day 4 Priyank Panchal, the overnight centurion, and Urvil Patel then scored …

Ranji Trophy Semifinal: Panchal understands importance of scoring big, leads Gujarat’s fightback with century
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy Semifinal: Panchal understands importance of scoring big, leads Gujarat’s fightback with century

The Hindu  

Gujarat’s batting mainstay Priyank Panchal displayed his maturity on the biggest stage with a crucial century in response to Kerala’s intimidating first-innings score in the Ranji Trophy semifinal. Over the first three days, the Kerala batters took 187 overs to post 457 on the board, but Gujarat’s response has been much more rapid. I don’t know how many times they’ve …

RANJI TROPHY | Panchal leads Gujarat’s riposte against Kerala with a sublime century
1 month, 1 week ago

RANJI TROPHY | Panchal leads Gujarat’s riposte against Kerala with a sublime century

The Hindu  

A sublime unbeaten century from opener Priyank Panchal helped Gujarat fight back and remain on track to overcome Kerala’s formidable first-innings total during their Ranji Trophy semifinal here on Wednesday. Earlier, Kerala’s aim to prolong the innings suffered a blow four overs into the day when Sarwate’s off-stump was knocked back by Chintan Gaja, handing the Gujarat captain his 200th …

Ranji Trophy | Late-bloomer Akash comes good with the bat and the gloves
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy | Late-bloomer Akash comes good with the bat and the gloves

The Hindu  

With Hardik Tamore unable to cement his place as Mumbai’s permanent wicketkeeper-batter, the team has been trying out various options in the slot over the last three seasons. For the time being, though, the reigning Ranji Trophy champion can stop its search, with Akash Anand enjoying an exemplary outing in both departments during the semifinal against Vidarbha. While the five …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Panchal century drives Gujarat’s strong reply to Kerala’s 457 on Day 3 of semifinal
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1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Panchal century drives Gujarat’s strong reply to Kerala’s 457 on Day 3 of semifinal

The Hindu  

A sublime unbeaten century from opener Priyank Panchal helped Gujarat fight back and remain on track to overcome Kerala’s formidable first-innings total during their Ranji Trophy semifinal here on Wednesday. Panchal remained unbeaten on 117 off 200 balls at the end of the third day, taking his side to 222 for one in 71 overs, 235 runs short of the …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Azharuddeen rebrands First-Class game, shines against Gujarat with historic hundred for Kerala
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Azharuddeen rebrands First-Class game, shines against Gujarat with historic hundred for Kerala

The Hindu  

On the last ball of the first day’s play between Gujarat and Kerala in the Ranji Trophy semifinal in Ahmedabad, the visitor’s stubbornness seemed to have hit a stumbling block when Mohammed Azharuddeen was given out lbw on the field. I believe getting regular input from the coaches helps me improve my game,” Azharuddeen after the second day’s play. Azharuddeen …

Ranji Trophy | Azharuddeen’s hundred puts Kerala in control
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy | Azharuddeen’s hundred puts Kerala in control

The Hindu  

When Sachin Baby edged one to the cordon off the second ball of the day, it felt like all of Kerala’s patient build-up might fizzle out. But, Mohammed Azharuddeen’s first First Class century in seven years ensured Kerala took control of the Ranji Trophy semifinal against Gujarat here on Tuesday. Arzan Nagwaswalla received some help in the air with the …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala’s Azharudeen hits first hundred in seven years to grind down Gujarat on Day 2
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala’s Azharudeen hits first hundred in seven years to grind down Gujarat on Day 2

The Hindu  

When Sachin Baby edged one to the cordon on the second ball of the day, it felt like all of Kerala’s patient build-up might fizzle out before its zenith on day two. But, Mohammed Azharuddeen’s second First-Class century, his first in seven years, ensured Kerala had control of the Ranji Trophy semifinal against Gujarat in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. While the …

India's Champions Trophy reserve cricketer picks five-wicket haul in Ranji Trophy semi-final
1 month, 1 week ago

India's Champions Trophy reserve cricketer picks five-wicket haul in Ranji Trophy semi-final

India TV News  

India's Champions Trophy reserve cricketer picks five-wicket haul in Ranji Trophy semi-final Shivam Dube picked up a five-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy semi-final against Vidharbha. All-rounder Shivam Dube picked up a five-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy semi-final against Vidarbha. Notably, Dube dismissed Parth Rekhade, Karun Nair, Harsh Dubey, Nachiket Bhute and Yash Thakur to complete his five-wicket haul …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Back from groin injury, Sachin Baby continues his glory march with Kerala
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Back from groin injury, Sachin Baby continues his glory march with Kerala

The Hindu  

There was a stark contrast between the playing elevens fielded by Gujarat and Kerala during the first Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semifinal being played in Ahmedabad. Kerala skipper Sachin Baby got the rub of the green when he won the toss and opted to bat first, hoping to put up a daunting first-innings score. There wasn’t as much movement as we …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: ‘I was not at all overawed by the opponents or occasion,’ says Vidarbha’s Danish Malewar
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: ‘I was not at all overawed by the opponents or occasion,’ says Vidarbha’s Danish Malewar

The Hindu  

For a rookie who debuted in Vidarbha’s season-opener, Danish Malewar appeared flawless en route to crossing the 500-run mark in the season and his sixth fifty-plus score, against Mumbai on day one of the Ranji Trophy semifinal on Monday. It was his fifth fifty, but rather than relishing his first Ranji outing against Mumbai, Malewar was disappointed to have been …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Consolidated batting effort gets Vidarbha to 308/5 against Mumbai on Day 1
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Consolidated batting effort gets Vidarbha to 308/5 against Mumbai on Day 1

The Hindu  

Dhruv Shorey gave a solid start; Danish Malewar played an innings with flair, and Karun Nair appeared effortless at the crease, but none of them could convert their knocks into a big one. As a result, despite crossing the 300-run mark, Vidarbha would feel far from comfortable at the end of the opening day’s proceedings of its Ranji Trophy semifinal …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Sachin Baby’s patient fifty for Kerala earmarks attritional opening day against Gujarat
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Sachin Baby’s patient fifty for Kerala earmarks attritional opening day against Gujarat

The Hindu  

A conservative, unbeaten half-century from captain Sachin Baby helped Kerala post 206 for four against Gujarat during day one of the first Ranji Trophy semifinal at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Monday. Despite picking only four wickets in the day, the Gujarat bowlers will be buoyant with the controlled run rate while Kerala will take positives from the stubborn …

RANJI TROPHY | Middle-order heavy hitters in focus as Kerala takes on Gujarat
1 month, 1 week ago

RANJI TROPHY | Middle-order heavy hitters in focus as Kerala takes on Gujarat

The Hindu  

It will be a battle between the middle-order heavy lifters when Gujarat takes on Kerala in the first semifinal of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Monday. While Gujarat’s batters locked themselves on the crease to bat Saurashtra out of reckoning in Rajkot, Kerala needed a stubborn 256-ball association for the seventh wicket to earn …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Middle-order firepower takes the spotlight as Gujarat faces Kerala in first semifinal
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Middle-order firepower takes the spotlight as Gujarat faces Kerala in first semifinal

The Hindu  

It will be a battle between the middle-order heavy lifters when Gujarat takes on Kerala in the first semifinal of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday. In the semis, the team will hope for considerable contributions from skipper Sachin Baby and experienced opener Rohan Kunnummal to ease the pressure on Nizar and Co. …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Yashasvi Jaiswal ruled out of Mumbai’s semifinal match against Vidarbha
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Yashasvi Jaiswal ruled out of Mumbai’s semifinal match against Vidarbha

The Hindu  

India left-handed opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal has reportedly been ruled out of Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy 2024-25 semifinal match against Vidarbha, which begins from Monday at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. Jaiswal had featured in Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy group-stage match against Jammu and Kashmir in January, and could only register scores of 4 and 26 as the Ajinkya Rahane-led …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Second semifinal between Gujarat and Kerala in Ahmedabad on February 17, 2025
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Second semifinal between Gujarat and Kerala in Ahmedabad on February 17, 2025

The Hindu  

Hosts Gujarat are unlikely to digress from their tried and tested template of out-batting oppositions with dogged first innings displays as they take on a gutsy Kerala in their Ranji Trophy semi-final beginning in Ahmedabad on Monday. Fresh from his maiden first-class hundred with 140 runs, Urvil led Gujarat’s charge in an imposing first innings total of 511, while Jaymeet …

Ranji Trophy, Delhi
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy, Delhi

The Hindu  

A couple of weeks have passed since Delhi’s group-stage exit in the Ranji Trophy. It has given all-rounder Sumit Mathur adequate time to reflect on his first full season for the State team. The 27-year-old left-arm spinner had a majestic start to his First Class career with nine wickets on debut against Odisha in the final game of the 2023-24 …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Yashasvi Jaiswal included in Mumbai squad for semifinal against Vidarbha
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Yashasvi Jaiswal included in Mumbai squad for semifinal against Vidarbha

The Hindu  

Flamboyant India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was on Thursday drafted into the Mumbai squad for its upcoming Ranji Trophy semifinal against Vidarbha, strengthening the domestic giant ahead of the big game in Jamtha, Nagpur. READ | Patience the name of the game for Kerala’s Nizar and Azharuddeen as they guide team to Ranji semis after six years Jaiswal was initially named …

Ranji Trophy: Kerala batters overcome tough J&K test to reach first semifinal in six years
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: Kerala batters overcome tough J&K test to reach first semifinal in six years

The Hindu  

It was a test of patience for the Kerala batters. Resuming at 100 for 2, Sachin and Akshay Chandran judged the early morning conditions well to deny J&K bowlers an opportunity to make inroads. READ: Tamil Nadu 2024-25 Season Review: Technical frailties of senior batters eclipse youngsters rise With the entire Kerala camp backing the batters with continuous synchronised clapping, …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: What is the semifinal line-up?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: What is the semifinal line-up?

The Hindu  

The quarterfinal fixtures of this edition of the Ranji Trophy came to a close on Wednesday as Kerala beat Jammu and Kashmir via first innings lead at the MCA Cricket Stadium in Pune. In the semifinals, Kerala will face Gujarat in Ahmedabad, while 42-time champion Mumbai will take on Vidarbha at the VCA stadium in Nagpur. Gujarat advanced to the …

'I batted well in WTC final but got dropped… Abhi bhi cricket bacha hai mera': Ajinkya Rahane eyes Test return
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'I batted well in WTC final but got dropped… Abhi bhi cricket bacha hai mera': Ajinkya Rahane eyes Test return

Hindustan Times  

Ajinkya Rahane has said that he continues to be hungry for a return to Test cricket but for now, his sole focus is on performing as best as he can for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy. Kolkata: Mumbai batter Ajinkya Rahane celebrates after scoring a century on the fourth day of the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal match between Haryana and Mumbai …

Ranji Trophy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy

The Hindu  

Gujarat advanced to the Ranji Trophy semifinals for the first time since the 2019-20 season after thumping Saurashtra by an innings and 98 runs at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, here on Tuesday. While tall medium-pacer Priyajitsinh Jadeja claimed four for 32, left-armer Arzan Nagwaswalla looked particularly penetrative with an older ball that was inclined to reverse swing. But once his …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Vidarbha thrashes Tamil Nadu to set up semifinal clash with defending champion Mumbai
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Vidarbha thrashes Tamil Nadu to set up semifinal clash with defending champion Mumbai

The Hindu  

Vidarbha entered the knockout stages of the Ranji Trophy as the best among the eight teams, having dominated the group stages with six wins out of seven games. Over the last four days, the two-time champion lived up to its billing after producing a clinical performance to thrash Tamil Nadu by 198 runs on the penultimate day of the quarterfinal …

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