2 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy: Saurashtra beat Bengal in final to win their second title

Saurashtra on Sunday won their second Ranji Trophy title with a nine-wicket win over Bengal in the final. Harvik Desai's 50 and Saurashtra's strong middle-order trio of Sheldon Jackson, Arpit Vasavada and Chirag Jani aided the visitor's 230-run first-innings lead. Before Bengal set a meagre 12-run target, Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat secured his 22nd First-Class five-wicket haul. Harvik Desai hit the winning runs as Saurashtra won its second consecutive title after winning the Vijay Hazare Trophy earlier this season.

Ranji Trophy Title Bengal Saurashtra bengal ranji second won saurashtra unadkat beat winning title trophy final tiwary win

History of this topic

3 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 …

3 weeks ago

India win third Champions Trophy title with four-wicket victory over New Zealand

Deccan Chronicle

Dubai: Skipper Rohit Sharma led from the front with an excellent half-century as a resolute India held their nerve to win an unprecedented third Champions Trophy title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final here on Sunday. Bowling first after Rohit lost his 12th straight toss, India's spinners restricted New Zealand to 251 for seven in the …

3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Full list of award winners feat Rohit Sharma

India TV News

Champions Trophy 2025: Full list of award winners feat Rohit Sharma India won the Champions Trophy for the record third time, beating New Zealand in the final by four wickets. Here's the list of award winners India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the final to win the Champions Trophy for the record third time. Rohit Sharma won the …

3 weeks ago

India lift Champions Trophy after fiery Rohit, ice-cool Rahul get them over NZ; second ICC title in consecutive years

Hindustan Times

What Nairobi couldn't in 2000. There were stutters, perhaps far too many for India's liking but KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya won the battle of nerves against the Kiwi spinners as India won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, beating New Zealand by four wickets. Except for the first 10 overs during New Zealand's batting, India always had their noses in …

3 weeks, 1 day ago

India clinch Champions Trophy with narrow four-wicket win over New Zealand

New Indian Express

Bowling first after Rohit lost his 12th straight toss, India's spinners restricted New Zealand to 251 for seven in the allotted 50 overs, with Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy making significant contributions with the ball. India completed the chase of 252 with six balls to spare after Rohit and Shreyas Iyer shone with the bat. For New Zealand, Daryl Mitchell, …

3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rohit Sharma becomes 2nd Indian to win Player of the Match award in Champions Trophy final

India TV News

Rohit Sharma becomes 2nd Indian to win Player of the Match award in Champions Trophy final Star India skipper Rohit Sharma became achieved a special feat with a Player of the Match award winning performance in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. The Indian team scripted history, defeating New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final, and winning the title …

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

Top News

4 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 …

4 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 …

4 weeks 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 …

4 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 …

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?

Trending News

1 month 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 …

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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week 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 …

1 month, 1 week ago

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

The Hindu

1 month, 1 week 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 …

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 …

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 …

1 month, 1 week ago

India vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights: Shubman Gill's gritty ton takes IND to 6-wicket win

Hindustan Times

India vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights: Shubman Gill finished unbeaten on 101 off 129 balls as he curbed his natural instincts, dug in and played through India's chase in their opening match of the 2025 Champions Trophy against Bangladesh in Dubai. Jaker-Hridoy's record recovery Jaker and Hridoy put up a record 154-run stand for the sixth wicket to potentially …

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

Trending News

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 …

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 …

1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

1 month, 2 weeks 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. …

1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Bumrah-less India aim to end 12-year ODI title drought

India Today

After hammering the old kings of white-ball cricket in their home, India will have their task cut out as they begin their campaign in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against Bangladesh on February 20. With his decisions being widely questioned after India’s recent Test debacle, the Champions Trophy also presents an opportunity for Gambhir to prove a point that he’s …

Champions Trophy 2025: Bumrah-less India aiming to end 12-year ODI title drought

Trending News

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Bumrah-less India aiming to end 12-year ODI title drought

India Today

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy Classics: India's miraculous turnaround vs South Africa in 2002 semis

India Today

The Indian cricket team has won the Champions Trophy twice. While the final match was washed out by rain, India's semi-final against South Africa was an epic thriller. Sachin's wicket pressed the panic button in India's camp, but thankfully Rahul Dravid and Yuvraj Singh turned India's innings around. India's Champions Trophy win in 2013 South Africa's Chase Coming in to …

1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

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 …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

For a domestic cricketer, nothing can beat winning the Ranji Trophy: Sheldon Jackson

The Hindu

As Saurashtra bowed out of the Ranji Trophy with a quarterfinal loss to Gujarat at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Tuesday, it was also the end of the road for Sheldon Jackson after a successful domestic career. FILE PHOTO: Saurashtra Batsman Sheldon Jackson celebrates his century during the Ranji Trophy Semi Final Between Saurashtra and Gujarat at Saurashtra Cricket Stadium …

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 …

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 …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Interview | For a domestic cricketer, nothing can beat winning the Ranji Trophy: Sheldon Jackson

The Hindu

As Saurashtra bowed out of the Ranji Trophy with a quarterfinal loss to Gujarat at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Tuesday, it was also the end of the road for Sheldon Jackson after a successful career in domestic cricket. So, for a domestic cricketer, nothing can beat winning the Ranji Trophy. Around 7-8 months of hard work can come to …

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 …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Saurashtra stalwart Jackson calls time on career after Ranji loss

The Hindu

Beyond the immediate despondency of defeat for Saurashtra in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Gujarat at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Tuesday, there was a whirlwind of emotions for Sheldon Jackson to experience as he called time on his nearly two-decade professional career. The domestic stalwart was an integral part of Saurashtra winning the Ranji Trophy twice, in 2019-20 and …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shardul shines as Mumbai beats Haryana to set up semifinal clash against Vidarbha

The Hindu

Shardul Thakur has a natural outswinger for a right-handed batter, which keeps the slip cordon interested. Shardul was at his accurate best in Kolkata at the Eden Gardens on Tuesday after his probing spell helped Mumbai enter the Ranji Trophy semifinals with a 152-run win against Haryana. Shardul’s 10-over opening spell was spread across the pre- and post-lunch session, where …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Gujarat routs Saurashtra by an innings and 98 runs, advances to semis

The Hindu

Gujarat advanced to the semifinals of the Ranji Trophy for the first time since the 2019/20 season after thumping Saurashtra by an innings and 98 runs at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Tuesday. On a day four pitch that had no demons for the batters, Saurashtra showed faint resistance, getting skittled out for 197 in the second innings for a …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Saurashtra veteran Sheldon Jackson retires from first-class cricket after team's loss in Ranji Trophy quarters

India TV News

Veteran Saurashtra batter Sheldon Jackson has called it time to his first-class career, having played his last red-ball match in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Gujarat. Saurashtra suffered a heavy loss against Gujarat in the quarterfinal of the tournament at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot as they were blown away by an innings and 98 runs in quarterfinal four. Jackson, …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai book semifinal spot in Ranji Trophy after come-from-behind win over Haryana

India TV News

Mumbai, the Defending Ranji Trophy champions, have booked their spot in the semifinals after a stellar come-from-behind win against Haryana in the third quarterfinal at Eden Gardens on Tuesday, February 11. The batters didn't put a foot wrong in the second innings as Rahane slammed a hundred in his 200th first-class game, while Suryakumar Yadav hit 70 to take Mumbai …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ajinkya Rahane slams Ranji Trophy century after 762 days in special 200th first-class game

India TV News

Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane ended his wait of a hundred as he slammed a ton in the Ranji trophy after 762 days in Mumbai's quarterfinal clash against Haryana on Tuesday, February 11. Rahane has also reached his first Ranji trophy ton since reaching the three-figure mark last in the 2022/23 season of the tournament, when he hit 191 against Assam …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gujarat register mammoth victory to qualify for Ranji Trophy semi-finals

India TV News

Gujarat defeated Saurashtra by an innings and 98 runs to qualify for the Ranji Trophy semi-finals. Batting first, Saurashtra had a decent start as opener Chirag Jani made 69 runs but he had very little support from the other end. Meanwhile, Vasavada made an unbeaten 39 runs off 79 deliveries and Dharmendrasinh Jadeja made 22 as Gujarat posted 216 runs …

Discover Related

23 hours, 49 minutes ago