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Ranji Trophy 2024

Ajikya Rahane-led Mumbai bulldozed Vidarbha to win their 42nd Ranji Trophy title. Mumbai beat Vidarbha by 169 runs in the final clash at Wankhede.

Mumbai beat Vidarbha to win Ranji Trophy 2024 title. (X)

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Mumbai become Ranji Trophy champions for 42nd time with 169-run win over Vidarbha in ultimate final, end title drought

After scoring a double-century in the Ranji Trophy quarter-final game and a half-century in the semi-final, Musheer Khan registered a century in the final against Vidarbha.

Sachin Tendulkar (L) and Musheer Khan (R).

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The gesture was spearheaded by Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane, who recognised the contribution made by Dhawal Kulkarni towards Mumbai cricket.

Dhawal Kulkarni received a guard of honour from teammates.

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Shardul Thakur commended Shyreas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane's dedication on the field and their exemplary influence within the team environment, underscoring their status as role models.

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Legendary India batter Sachin Tendulkar reacted to Mumbai batters' flop show on Day 1 and said that they played ordinary cricket. Mumbai were bundled out for just 224 runs.

Shardul Tahkur pushed Mumbai's score past 200 in first innings of Ranji Trophy final.

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The 2024 Ranji Trophy semi-final matches will take place at the BKC Ground in Mumbai and the VCA Stadium in Nagpur, showcasing the climax of India's premier domestic cricket competition.

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The&nbsp;record-breaking 233-run partnership between Mumbai's Tanush Kotian and Tushar Deshpande for the 10th wicket captured the spotlight in the quarter-final clash against Baroda.

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Musheer Khan's remarkable performance in this pivotal quarter-final clash underscores his immense potential and signals a promising future within Indian cricket.

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