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March 4, 2025 2:25 PM

BCCI mourns passing of Mumbai spinner Padmakar Shivalkar

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed deep sorrow over the demise of former Ranji Trophy star and a stalwart of Mumbai cricket Padmakar Shivalkar, who passed away due to age-related issues on Monday. Shivalkar’s name is etched in the annals of the Ranji Trophy, where he enjoyed an illustrious career spanning over two decades. In 124 first-class matches, he claimed an astonishing 589 wickets at a remarkable average of 19.69. "The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCC...

March 3, 2025 10:28 AM

Vidarbha claim third Ranji Trophy title with dominant win over Kerala

Vidarbha put last season's heartbreak behind them in stunning fashion, claiming their third Ranji Trophy title with a dominant performance against Kerala. Their hard-fought first-innings lead and marathon second-innings batting display broke Kerala's resistance, sealing a memorable victory in front of 3,000 passionate home fans at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur. Captain Akshay Wadkar lifted the trophy with pride, marking the culmination of an exceptional campaign, as reported by ESPNcricinfo. The f...

January 23, 2025 12:05 PM

Rohit departs for 3 in Ranji Trophy comeback, Jaiswal also falls for a low score

Rohit Sharma's much-anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy was short-lived, lasting just 19 balls for three runs in Mumbai's Group A clash against Jammu and Kashmir at the Sharad Pawar Academy, where on Thursday. The Indian Test and ODI captain, under scrutiny for his poor form, was in the spotlight after confirming his participation during the Champions Trophy squad announcement last week. Rohit, opening alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal after Mumbai's captain Ajinkya Rahane chose to bat, looked foc...

September 16, 2024 4:44 PM

Mumbai end eight-year drought, beat Vidarbha by 169 runs to win 42nd Ranji title

Mumbai won their record-extending 42nd Ranji Trophy title on Thursday, defeating Vidarbha by 169 runs on the final day of the 2023-24 season. Chasing a colossal 538-run target, Vidarbha put up a great fight with skipper Akshay Wadkar scoring a hundred, but Mumbai spinners ensured Vidarbha were bowled out for 368. Vidarbha started the day with a score of 248/5. Both batters fought with grit and determination to battle out the entire first session and keep Vidarbha in the game. Dubey reached a ...