Ranji Trophy 2019-20: After leading Saurashtra to maiden title, Jaydev Unadkat says hunger for India comeback has ‘never been stronger’
5 years ago

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: After leading Saurashtra to maiden title, Jaydev Unadkat says hunger for India comeback has ‘never been stronger’

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Now that he is a Ranji Trophy winner, Jaydev Unadkat hopes that “people” will not talk only about his IPL riches and says the hunger to make an India comeback has never been stronger following a sensational season. Rajkot: Now that he is a Ranji Trophy winner, Jaydev Unadkat hopes that “people” will not talk only about his IPL riches and says the hunger to make an India comeback has never been stronger following a sensational season. Saurashtra skipper and lead pacer Unadkat picked up 67 wickets this season at 13.23 but more importantly bowled match-winning spells in both the semi-final and final in Ranji Trophy. Bowling those long spells as a fast bowler in almost every game,” said Unadkat after captaining Saurashtra to their maiden trophy.

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Mumbai Ranji team, Vengsarkar, Edulji to be honoured at MCA annual awards
5 days, 20 hours ago

Mumbai Ranji team, Vengsarkar, Edulji to be honoured at MCA annual awards

The Hindu  

The Mumbai Cricket Association will felicitate its 2023-24 Ranji Trophy-winning team, former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar, and ex-India women’s skipper Diana Edulji at its annual awards ceremony in Mumbai on Thursday. Vengsarkar, one of Mumbai’s finest batters, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for 2022-23, while Edulji, a pioneer of women’s cricket in India, will be also be honoured, “celebrating …

Sunil Gavaskar: India’s criticism for ‘Dubai advantage’ during Champions Trophy 2025 should have come before tournament
1 week, 6 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar: India’s criticism for ‘Dubai advantage’ during Champions Trophy 2025 should have come before tournament

The Hindu  

Three back-to-back finals of ICC white-ball events and winning two successive ones make India the top white-ball team in the world. Like in the ICC T20 win last year, the Indians beat every team in the Champions Trophy too, and if that is not an indication of India being the best, then please let us know what is. Above all, …

India Win Champions Trophy: Rohit Sharma’s Coach Reacts to India’s Historic Victory Over New Zealand
2 weeks ago

India Win Champions Trophy: Rohit Sharma’s Coach Reacts to India’s Historic Victory Over New Zealand

ABP News  

Team India clinched the Champions Trophy in spectacular fashion, maintaining an unbeaten streak from their first match to the final. In a thrilling summit clash, India defeated New Zealand by 4 wickets, successfully chasing a target of 252 runs in 49 overs with 6 wickets in hand. This victory ended India's 12-year-long wait for a Champions Trophy title, the last …

'Received batting tips from Ashwin, want to follow Ravindra Jadeja's footsteps': Vidarbha's Harsh Dubey
2 weeks, 4 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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2 weeks, 5 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 …

Stars, tight games can lift domestic cricket
3 weeks ago

Stars, tight games can lift domestic cricket

New Indian Express  

Empty stands in the Champions Trophy opener between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi left everybody stunned, forcing former England captain Michael Vaughan to wonder if the Pakistan Cricket Board had forgotten to tell the locals about the match. Mumbai saw India captain Rohit Sharma, T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane, Shivam Dube, and Sarfaraz Khan, among other …

Ranji Trophy winners' prize money almost same as Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finalists; here's how much Vidarbha will get
3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy winners' prize money almost same as Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finalists; here's how much Vidarbha will get

Hindustan Times  

Akshay Wadkar-led Vidarbha won their third Ranji Trophy title at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha, Nagpur, on Sunday. This amount is just INR 20 lakh less than the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finalists will receive. How much was the prize money for Ranji Trophy winners earlier? Earlier, the Ranji Trophy winners received INR 2 crore as a reward for …

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

Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha clinch third title, defeat Kerala in final
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3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha clinch third title, defeat Kerala in final

Hindustan Times  

A magnificent run in domestic cricket this season culminated in a third Ranji Trophy title for Vidarbha, who emerged champions on the basis of their first-innings lead in the summit clash, which ended in a draw at their home ground on Sunday. Vidarbha's win now also makes them one of the strongest outfits in the Indian domestic cricket, for they …

We didn’t depend on individuals and everyone contributed: Vidarbha coach Ghani
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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 third Ranji Trophy title, beat Kerala on first-innings lead in summit clash
3 weeks, 1 day 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 2024-25 final: First-innings lead enough to hand Vidarbha third title
3 weeks, 1 day ago

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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3 weeks, 1 day ago

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 final: Who said what after Vidarbha win their third championship
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranji Trophy final: Who said what after Vidarbha win their third championship

India Today  

Vidarbha captain Akshay Wadkar did not hold back as he let his emotions flow after leading his team to the Ranji Trophy title, outclassing Kerala in the final in Nagpur on Sunday, March 2. We're ticking all aspects," captain Akshay said before receiving the Ranji Trophy from BCCI president Roger Binny. That winning feeling ðŸä— Vidarbha Captain Akshay Wadkar receives …

Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair thrilled with statement ton with national selectors watching
3 weeks, 1 day 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 Final: Vidarbha take crucial lead vs Kerala despite Sachin Baby's 98
3 weeks, 3 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 2024-25: What happened the last time Kerala played Vidarbha?
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

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
3 weeks, 6 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 …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Playing in different conditions will give edge to Kerala in final, says KCA High Performance Chief
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Playing in different conditions will give edge to Kerala in final, says KCA High Performance Chief

The Hindu  

When Kerala stunned Tamil Nadu in a South Zone Ranji Trophy match at Palakkad in 1994-95, D. Vasu was part of the strong visiting side. Vasu now has reasons to feel happy and proud about Kerala cricket’s biggest success – a place in the Ranji Trophy final. “I think Kerala could have the edge in the final as they have …

‘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: From teammates to opponents — Wadkar ready to face Sarwate in Vidarbha vs Kerala final
1 month ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: From teammates to opponents — Wadkar ready to face Sarwate in Vidarbha vs Kerala final

The Hindu  

Akshay Wadkar and Aditya Sarwate are the only two cricketers to have featured in each of Vidarbha’s three Ranji Trophy finals so far. While Wadkar – who debuted in Vidarbha’s maiden triumphant season – will lead the side’s quest for its third Ranji title, Sarwate will be hoping to add another trophy to his cabinet, having switched over to Kerala …

Kerala create history by reaching first-ever Ranji Trophy final, look at the team's journey to the top
1 month 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: Extremely proud of this Mumbai unit, says Rahane
1 month ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Extremely proud of this Mumbai unit, says Rahane

The Hindu  

For the old guard of Mumbai cricket, a season without Ranji Trophy title is largely considered a failure. Especially the support staff, they have worked extremely hard,” Rahane said after Mumbai’s semifinal exit from the Ranji Trophy at the Vidarbha Cricket Association stadium on Friday. I am sure players will individually introspect and we will come back stronger next year …

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 24-25 Finalists Confirmed As Kerala Storm Into Maiden Final With Draw Vs Gujarat
1 month 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
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 | Azharuddeen’s hundred puts Kerala in control
1 month 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 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 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 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 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: Sachin Baby’s patient fifty for Kerala earmarks attritional opening day against Gujarat
1 month 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: 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 …

Tamil Nadu’s Ranji Trophy 2024/25 performance: It’s the same story yet again as TN team promises a lot but fails to deliver
1 month, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu’s Ranji Trophy 2024/25 performance: It’s the same story yet again as TN team promises a lot but fails to deliver

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu’s crushing 198-run defeat against Vidarbha in the quarterfinals of the Ranji Trophy extended the team’s barren run in domestic cricket for a third consecutive year. Still, the onus lies on the players, especially the senior pros who have played at higher levels, to take responsibility and deliver in crucial games and challenging conditions. TN — considered a powerhouse …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: What is the semifinal line-up?
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mumbai’s lower order imbibes ‘khadoos’ approach in consistent match-saving crusades
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mumbai’s lower order imbibes ‘khadoos’ approach in consistent match-saving crusades

The Hindu  

Mumbai was reeling at 113 for seven inside 30 overs on the first day of the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Haryana when Tanush Kotian joined Shams Mulani at the crease. Mumbai’s lower order has contributed nearly 30 per cent of the team runs this season. Shardul Thakur, Kotian, and Mulani have contributed 972 runs out of the total of 1228 …

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