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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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Ranji Trophy Final: Musheer Khan reveals how watching Sachin Tendulkar on big screen at Wankhede Stadium fueled him to score century

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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WATCH: Indian pacer receives heartfelt gesture from teammates, Ajinkya Rahane leads the guard of honour for veteran cricketer; video surfaces

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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Ranji Trophy Final: Shardul Thakur strongly lashes out at Ajinkya Rahane and Shreyas Iyer's critics, says 'it's easy to...'

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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Ranji Trophy Final: Sachin Tendulkar reacts after Mumbai batters, including Shreyas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane, squander chance to consolidate

While Shreyas Iyer managing to score just seven runs in a big game was a concerning sign, what raised eyebrows even more was how the Mumbai batter was dismissed.&nbsp;

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Ranji Trophy Final: Umesh Yadav exposes Shreyas Iyer's biggest flaw, dismisses struggling Mumbai batter with 'harmless' short ball

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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Ranji Trophy 2024 Semi-Finals: Venues for two crunch knockout matches announced; check here

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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Ranji Trophy: Mumbai set semi-final showdown with Tamil Nadu after dominant performance against Baroda

BCCI secretary Jay Shah recently issued a warning to centrally contracted players, emphasising the importance of participating in the Ranji Trophy.

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Major Update on Shreyas Iyer as star India batter makes himself available for Mumbai's Ranji Trophy semi-final against Tamil Nadu

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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Ranji Trophy: Sarfaraz's brother Musheer Khan converts maiden FC ton into double century, digs Mumbai out of deep hole by scoring 53% of team's runs

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RCB beat LSG by six-wickets. 

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Ahead of the start of the Thunder vs Timberwolves Game 5, let's take a look at the Minnesota Timberwolves injury report to know whether Donte DiVincenzo will play tonight or not.

The Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final.

The game will take place at the Paycom Center.

The Thunder will enter the game with a 3-1 lead in the series.

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Donte DiVincenzo Injury Report: Will Timberwolves' Guard Play Tonight Against the Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final?

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Jaden McDaniels Injury Report: Will Timberwolves' Forward Play Tonight Against the Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final?

Ahead of the start of the Thunder vs Timberwolves Game 5, let's take a look at the Oklahoma City Thunder injury report to know whether Alex Caruso will play tonight or not.

The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final.

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