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Ajinkya Rahane has stepped down as Mumbai captain ahead of the 2025 Ranji Trophy season, saying it is the right time to groom a new leader.

Rahane Steps Down as Mumbai's Ranji Trophy Captain

Rahane Steps Down as Mumbai Captain

Ajinkya Rahane has stepped down as Mumbai captain ahead of the 2025 Ranji Trophy season, saying it is the right time to groom a new leader.

Veteran India batter Ajinkya Rahane on Thursday stepped down from his position as Mumbai captain ahead of the upcoming Ranji Trophy season, saying it is the right time to groom a new leader.
The 37-year-old, who has amassed 14000 runs in 201 first-class matches, however, will continue to play as a batter in the team. The Ranji season begins on October 15 and Mumbai will be up against Jammu and Kashmir in their opening game.
"Captaining and winning the championships with the Mumbai team has been an absolute honour," Rahane wrote on his 'X' account.
"With the new domestic season ahead, I believe it is the right time to groom a new leader, and hence, I have decided not to continue in the captaincy role.
"I remain fully committed to giving my best as a player, and will continue my journey with MCA to help us win more trophies, looking forward to the season," he added.
Under his captaincy, Mumbai clinched the Ranji Trophy title in the 2023&ndash;24 season with a victory over Vidarbha in the final.
He also guided the team to triumph in the Irani Cup 2024&ndash;25, overcoming the Rest of India (ROI) side.
Before these red-ball achievements, he led Mumbai to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title in 2022&ndash;23, cementing his reputation as one of the finest captains in Indian domestic cricket.
Rahane, who famously captained India to a Test series win in Australia in 2021, is not on the national selectors' radar anymore but he remains determined to make a national comeback.
He has played 85 Tests for India with the last one coming against the West Indies back in July 2023. He has also featured in 90 ODIs and 20 T20 Internationals.
Rahane also reinvented his game in the shortest format, eventually leading to his elevation as Kolkata Knight Riders skipper in IPL 2025.
Rahane and another senior batter Cheteshwar Pujara are continuing to play in hope of making an India comeback.

Yashasvi Jaiswal leaves Mumbai for Goa's cricket team in the 2025-26 Ranji season. His move, driven by personal reasons, heralds a new chapter as Goa ascends to the Elite division.

The story of Yashasvi Jaiswal

Indian cricket star Yashasvi Jaiswal shifts from Mumbai to join the Goa team for the 2025-26 Ranji season. The move, approved by MCA, is a strategic and personal transition. With Goa's promotion to the Elite division, Jaiswal aims to enhance team performance.

Yashasvi Jaiswal's Move to Goa Explained

Yashasvi Jaiswal moves from Mumbai to Goa for the 2025-26 Ranji season. Citing personal reasons, the shift seems amiable. Jaiswal&rsquo;s skill is a significant morale boost for Goa, now in the Elite division.

Yashasvi Jaiswal will play for Goa from the next season!&nbsp; Yes, you have read that right.
 In a surprising move, Indian cricket&rsquo;s rising star Yashasvi Jaiswal has decided to part ways with Mumbai and join Goa for the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season. The move comes as Goa secures its place in the Elite division, marking a fresh chapter in Jaiswal&rsquo;s already inspiring cricketing journey.
&ldquo;It was a very tough decision for me. Whatever I am today is because of Mumbai. The city has made me who I am, and all my life, I will be indebted to the MCA,&rdquo; Jaiswal said when asked about his move.
What led to the Goa Move?&nbsp;
Jaiswal wrote an email to Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) seeking a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to change his cricket state team. &ldquo;He has sought a NOC from us and has cited that the reason for his move to Goa as personal,&rdquo; a source in the MCA confirmed.&nbsp;
 As an all-format player for India, Jaiswal&rsquo;s participation in domestic cricket is sporadic&mdash;he played just one Ranji Trophy match last season. Despite this, GCA secretary Shambu Desai believes his presence will be a massive morale booster for the squad. Goa is also looking to add another seasoned professional to strengthen their team.
The Mumbai Exit: Any Controversy?
Jaiswal&rsquo;s last appearance for Mumbai was in the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy against Jammu &amp; Kashmir, where he scored 4 and 26 in a losing cause. He was set to play in the semi-final against Vidarbha but was ruled out due to an ankle injury.
MCA secretary Hadap dismissed any speculation about controversy surrounding his withdrawal from the crucial match.
Mumbai, with its record 42 Ranji Trophy titles, remains the most successful domestic team in India. Jaiswal made his mark in Mumbai&rsquo;s senior team in the 2019 Vijay Hazare Trophy with a series of impressive performances.
He later continued his stellar form in the Ranji Trophy, scoring three consecutive centuries in Mumbai&rsquo;s 2021-22 campaign.
Establishing Himself as a Star for India
Since making his Test debut in 2023 against West Indies, where he scored 171 runs, Jaiswal has consistently delivered on the international stage.
He became only the second Indian batter, after Sunil Gavaskar, to score 700+ runs in a Test series (against England in 2023-24).
His heroics in Australia, including a match-winning 161 in Perth, have further solidified his place in the team. He is no doubt a strong contender for a long-term role in ODIs once the senior players step aside.
IPL Journey: Rajasthan Royals&rsquo; Retained Star
Jaiswal has been an integral part of Rajasthan Royals since being signed in 2020. In IPL 2023, he set the record for the fastest fifty in tournament history, reaching the milestone in just 13 balls against KKR. He finished the season with 625 runs.
In IPL 2024, he scored 435 runs, leading Rajasthan Royals to retain him for INR 18 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction.
What This Move Means for Jaiswal and Indian Cricket
A domestic team switch is unlikely to impact Jaiswal&rsquo;s place in the Indian team, but his leadership role with Goa presents a new opportunity for growth. Whether this move strengthens his case for future leadership roles in Indian cricket remains to be seen.&nbsp;
How did it all start for Yashasvi Jaiswal? &nbsp; Jaiswal, originally from Uttar Pradesh, moved to Mumbai at the age of 11 with dreams of making it big in cricket. From selling pani puris to spending nights in a tent at Azad Maidan, his story is a perfect example of relentless struggle and determination.
The city&rsquo;s historic maidans polished his raw talent. honed his skills and helped him grow into the cricketer he is today. However, the 23-year-old is now ready to embrace a new challenge with Goa.
A Bold Decision at the Peak of His Career
Unlike many who leave Mumbai towards the end of their playing days, Jaiswal is making the switch while at the peak of his career.
With 1,798 runs in 19 Test matches at a remarkable average of 52.88, he is considered one of India&rsquo;s most promising batters.
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Virat Kohli's much-anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy ended early with a dismissal for just six runs. Himanshu Sangwan claimed the prized wicket as Kohli's brief stay at the crease left Delhi trailing Railways.

Virat Kohli dismissed for six runs in Ranji Trophy return leaving fans disappointed

Virat Kohli's much-anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy ended early with a dismissal for just six runs. Himanshu Sangwan claimed the prized wicket as Kohli's brief stay at the crease left Delhi trailing Railways.

Virat Kohli's return to the Ranji Trophy was cut short as he was dismissed for just six runs on Friday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.&nbsp;
Kohli's brief innings was ended by Himanshu Sangwan, who claimed the prized wicket after Kohli had faced only 15 deliveries.
Kohli displayed a brief moment of brilliance, playing a beautiful straight drive off Sangwan, but the very next delivery proved his downfall.&nbsp;
The ball, angled in on a fullish length just outside off, seamed in sharply as Kohli attempted another drive but missed, leaving a gap between his bat and pad. The ball clipped the off-stump, sending the bails flying.
The dismissal was a significant moment for Sangwan, whose wicket of Kohli seemed to deflate the stadium, as thousands of fans who had gathered to witness a Kohli masterclass were left disappointed. Following Kohli's exit, Delhi was at 87/3, still trailing Railways by 140 runs.
However, there may still be a chance for redemption. If Delhi gets a second innings, Kohli will have another opportunity to shine.&nbsp;
On Day 1 of the match, the stadium was buzzing with excitement as fans turned out in large numbers to support their cricketing icon, whose recent performances have been below expectations.
Over 15,000 fans attended the match, with additional gates opened and increased security. In a dramatic turn, a fan managed to breach security, rushing onto the field to meet Kohli.&nbsp;
The fan touched Kohli&rsquo;s feet before being escorted off by security personnel. Kohli, displaying his characteristic calm, requested security to handle the fan gently and avoid any harsh treatment.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Delhi's opening bowlers, Navdeep Saini and Siddhant Sharma, had put Railways in trouble at 21/3, showing promise for the remainder of the match.

Virat Kohli made an emotional return to the Ranji Trophy after 13 years, playing for Delhi against Railways. A fan breached security to meet Kohli, touching his feet in reverence.

Ranji Trophy: Fans rush to Arun Jaitley Stadium for Virat Kohli's return

Virat Kohli made an emotional return to the Ranji Trophy after 13 years, playing for Delhi against Railways. A fan breached security to meet Kohli, touching his feet in reverence.

A dramatic moment unfolded at Arun Jaitley Stadium as a fan managed to breach security and rush onto the field to meet Virat Kohli during his much-awaited return to the Ranji Trophy.&nbsp;
Playing for Delhi against Railways, this marked Kohli&rsquo;s first appearance in the domestic competition in 13 years, sparking massive excitement among fans who filled the stands even before the toss&mdash;an unusual sight for Indian domestic cricket.&nbsp;
As Delhi&rsquo;s opening bowlers, Navdeep Saini and Siddhant Sharma, had Railways struggling at 21/3, the fan, unable to resist the moment, evaded security and reached Kohli, touching his feet in reverence. Though security swiftly intervened, Kohli, with a heartwarming gesture, requested that the fan be treated kindly and not face any harsh punishment.
This appearance also marked Kohli&rsquo;s first Ranji match since 2012, when he played in a high-profile clash against Uttar Pradesh, alongside cricketing giants like Virender Sehwag, Gautam Gambhir, Suresh Raina, and others.&nbsp;
The turnout at the stadium clearly demonstrates Kohli&rsquo;s immense influence on Indian cricket, even at the domestic level. His presence has injected new energy into the Ranji Trophy, making the Delhi-Railways clash a must-watch as he seeks redemption in the longest format.
After years of setting new benchmarks in international cricket, Kohli, at 36, returned to domestic cricket to rediscover the consistency that once made him stand out. Before the match, Kohli had a two-day practice session with his Delhi teammates, led by young Ayush Badoni.&nbsp;
The practice sessions saw him bonding with his new teammates, many of whom had grown up watching his cricketing exploits. In intense net sessions, Kohli worked on tackling issues in his Test game, focusing on spin bowling, deliveries outside his off-stump, and refining his backfoot shots, with detailed guidance from teammates and head coach Sarandeep Singh.
Kohli has been grappling with a decline in his Test performances since the start of 2020. In 39 Test matches since then, he has scored just 2,028 runs at an average of 30.72, with only three centuries and nine fifties to his name. His best score during this period is 186.&nbsp;
Kohli ended the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle with 751 runs in 14 matches and 25 innings at an average of 32.65, including two centuries and three fifties.&nbsp;
In 2023, he struggled with only 417 runs in 10 Tests, at an average of 24.52, which included one century and a fifty.
In search of the hunger and consistency that made him one of India&rsquo;s finest, Kohli&rsquo;s return to Ranji is a significant moment in Indian cricket, as few superstars have returned to their roots in such a manner.&nbsp;
His last appearance in the competition was in 2012 against Uttar Pradesh, where he scored 14 and 42 in both innings, dismissed by pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar. His Ranji journey began in the 2006/07 season, where he scored 257 runs in six matches at an average of 36.71.&nbsp;
His subsequent seasons saw steady improvement, with his best season in 2009/10, where he amassed 374 runs in three matches at an average of 93.50, including a century and two fifties.
Overall, Kohli has accumulated 1,573 runs in 23 Ranji matches at an average of 50.77, with five centuries and six fifties. Fans are eagerly awaiting his return in Delhi colors as he strives to regain his peak form in Test cricket.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, in another thrilling Ranji fixture, Mumbai&rsquo;s Shardul Thakur claimed a sensational hat-trick against Meghalaya at the BKC Ground.

Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill made a highly anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy, but all three were dismissed cheaply in the ongoing round of matches. 

Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill fail to impress in Ranji Trophy comebacks

India's star players falter in Ranji Trophy comebacks

Despite the BCCI mandating contracted players' participation, the India stars struggled to make an impact, with performances falling short ahead of the Champions Trophy.

India's star players, including Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill, made a high-profile return to the Ranji Trophy, but their comebacks were short-lived, as all three fell cheaply during the penultimate round of the premier red-ball competition on Thursday.
Rohit, back in action after a challenging run in Australia, was looking to find some rhythm ahead of the Champions Trophy. However, his return to the Ranji Trophy was underwhelming as he was dismissed for just 3 runs in Mumbai's first innings against Jammu and Kashmir. Rohit attempted his signature pull shot off Umar Nazir, only to edge it to J&amp;K skipper Paras Dogra at mid-off. His opening partner, Yashasvi Jaiswal, also had a tough time, getting out for just 4 runs, trapped in front by Auqib Nabi, who exploited the fresh wicket well to produce some movement off the surface at the BKC Ground.
Shreyas Iyer, named in the Champions Trophy squad, could only manage 11 runs before being dismissed at mid-on off pacer Yudhvir Singh.
Meanwhile, in Rajkot, Pant made his first-class appearance for Delhi since the 2017-18 season but was dismissed for just 1 run off 10 balls by Saurashtra's Dharmendrasingh Jadeja, with India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja also featuring for Saurashtra.
In Bengaluru, Shubman Gill didn't last long either, getting caught behind for just 4 runs in the match between Punjab and Karnataka, falling to Abhilash Shetty in the fourth over.
The big names made themselves available for the Ranji Trophy after the BCCI mandated participation for contracted players in domestic cricket, following India's series loss to Australia. However, despite the anticipation around their returns, the stars couldn't make an impact in the ongoing round of matches.

Virat Kohli is named in Delhi's squad for their Ranji match against Saurashtra, though his participation remains uncertain due to a neck injury.

Ranji Trophy: Kohli named in 22-member provisional squad for Delhi's next game

Virat Kohli is named in Delhi's squad for their Ranji match against Saurashtra, though his participation remains uncertain due to a neck injury.

Star batter Virat Kohli has been named in Delhi&rsquo;s 22-member provisional squad for their next Ranji Trophy game against Saurashtra in Rajkot but doubts remain about his participation after it came to light that he is nursing a niggle.
It is learnt that Kohli has intimated the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) top brass that he has a neck niggle that he sustained in Sydney during the final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia.
He was treated by the physio there and as of now, there is no clarity on availability for the Ranji match starting January 23.
Whether he will play or just fly down to Rajkot for a couple of days&rsquo; training will be clear only after he details his position to DDCA president Rohan Jaitley.
Kohli had last played a red-ball game for Delhi back in 2012 against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. A year after that, the legendary Sachin Tendulkar played his last Ranji Trophy match against Haryana at Lahli.
Talismanic wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will feature in a Ranji Trophy game after nearly seven years although it has been learnt that he has declined captaincy, which means Ayush Badoni will continue in the role.
&ldquo;Rishabh felt the existing captain (Badoni) should continue to lead the side. He feels that since he is not available consistently, one shouldn&rsquo;t tinker with leadership," a member of the DDCA apex council told PTI on conditions of anonymity.
&ldquo;When he was offered captaincy, he said that he is very happy to play under Badoni. We have picked 22 players including five U-23, who would fly to Bhilai for their CK Nayudu U-23 match against Chattisgarh, starting January 25," he added.
The BCCI has made it mandatory for all centrally-contracted cricketers to play domestic cricket unless there is some compelling reason to skip the assignment.
The Board has warned that non-compliance would invite sanctions, including deductions from central contract retainer and ban on playing in the Indian Premier League.
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Among the big names already confirmed for upcoming Ranji game is Yashasvi Jaiswal, who will turn up for Mumbai, and Shubman Gill who will represent Punjab in the next round.

The initiative aims to promote the importance of Ranji Trophy and ‘fostering the growth of red-ball cricket in MCA’s jurisdiction’, the governing body said.

Mumbai Cricket Association to top BCCI's match fee with equal amount for its players

The initiative aims to promote the importance of Ranji Trophy and &lsquo;fostering the growth of red-ball cricket in MCA&rsquo;s jurisdiction&rsquo;, the governing body said.

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Saturday announced that it will top up BCCI's existing match fee in domestic cricket by equal amount for its senior team players from the upcoming 2024-25 season, president Amol Kale said on Saturday.
The initiative aims to promote the importance of Ranji Trophy and &lsquo;fostering the growth of red-ball cricket in MCA&rsquo;s jurisdiction&rsquo;, the governing body said.
The proposal to match the BCCI's domestic fee was put forth by MCA president Kale, which was unanimously accepted by state unit's apex council.
"MCA will be paying additional match fees per Ranji Trophy game to each player from next season onwards. We felt that the players should earn more, especially those who play Ranji Trophy cricket," Kale said.
"For us, red-ball cricket matters the most as Ranji Trophy holds a special place for everyone in Mumbai," he added.
The announcement comes a little over a week after Mumbai won India&rsquo;s premier domestic competition Ranji Trophy for a record-extending 42nd time.
Notably, the MCA had also matched BCCI&rsquo;s prize money of Rs 5 crore after Mumbai&rsquo;s win.
"By aligning with BCCI's fees and providing additional support, apex council aim to create a conducive environment for young cricketers to excel and hone their skills,&rdquo; MCA secretary Ajinkya Naik said.
The BCCI had revised the match-fee structure for First-Class cricket in 2021 to Rs 40,000 per day for 1-20 matches, Rs 50,000 for 21-40 matches and Rs 60,000 for 50 or more matches.
So a player, who gets Rs 2.40 lakh per Ranji match will now get Rs 4.80 lakh from next season.
While the move will boost the earning for the Mumbai players, it would especially benefit those such as Mumbai opener Bhupen Lalwani, who ply their trade in domestic circuit and do not have lucrative IPL contracts as yet.
Lalwani, who played 10 games and finished as Mumbai&rsquo;s highest run-scorer with 588 runs in the last Ranji Trophy season, would earn double the money compared to the 2023-24 season, in which he got Rs 17.20 lakh.

Madhya Pradesh, who needed 93 runs to win with four wickets in hand at the end of the fourth day, succumbed to the pressure exerted by Aditya Thakare and Yash Thakur.

Vidarbha advance to Ranji Trophy final against Mumbai after semifinal victory

Madhya Pradesh, who needed 93 runs to win with four wickets in hand at the end of the fourth day, succumbed to the pressure exerted by Aditya Thakare and Yash Thakur.

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<h2>Madhya Pradesh, who needed 93 runs to win with four wickets in hand at the end of the fourth day, succumbed to the pressure exerted by Aditya Thakare and Yash Thakur.</h2>

In an exhilarating semifinal showdown of the Ranji Trophy, Vidarbha clinched a victory over Madhya Pradesh by 62 runs, thereby securing their spot in the final against the formidable Mumbai team. The triumph was largely attributed to the exceptional performance of Vidarbha's pace bowlers, Aditya Thakare and Yash Thakur, who decimated the Madhya Pradesh batting lineup on the final day of the match.
Madhya Pradesh, who needed 93 runs to win with four wickets in hand at the end of the fourth day, succumbed to the pressure exerted by Thakare and Thakur. The pace duo made quick work of the opposition, dismissing them for 258 runs in 81.3 overs, thus ending their aspirations of reaching the Ranji Trophy final for the third time.
This victory marks Vidarbha's third appearance in the Ranji Trophy final, with their previous two outings resulting in championship wins against Delhi (2017-18) and Saurashtra (2018-19). The team's journey to the final has been nothing short of remarkable, with each player contributing significantly to their success.
Madhya Pradesh, the 2021-22 Ranji champions, faced a daunting target of 321 runs for victory. Despite the loss of six wickets, the team had hopes of staging a comeback. However, Thakare and Thakur, leveraging the early morning conditions, exploited the bounce and movement off the pitch to dismantle the opposition's batting order.
The initial blow on the final day was dealt by Thakare, who dismissed overnight batter Kumar Kartikeya for a duck. Anubhav Agarwal soon followed, falling victim to Thakare's precise bowling. With Madhya Pradesh teetering at 234 for 8, their chances of advancing to the final faded.
Efforts by Saransh Jain to salvage the innings were in vain, as he was quickly dismissed by Yash Thakur, further tightening Vidarbha's grip on the match. Kulwant Khejroliya's departure sealed the victory for Vidarbha, sparking celebrations among the team led by Akshay Wadkar.
Looking ahead, Vidarbha is poised to face Mumbai, a team with a storied history of 41 Ranji Trophy championships, in what promises to be a riveting final starting March 10.

Tanush and Tushar also became only the second No. 10 and No. 11 pair in First-Class history to record centuries in the same innings

Tanush Kotian and Tushar Deshpande become first No. 10 and 11 to score Ranji Trophy centuries

Tanush Kotian and Tushar Deshpande did the unthinkable on Tuesday as the Mumbai cricketers become first No. 10 and 11 to hit centuries in a Ranji Trophy innings. Here are the other records they made.

Tanush and Tushar also became only the second No. 10 and No. 11 pair in First-Class history to record centuries in the same innings

You don't expect number 10 and 11 to score hundreds in cricket but Tanush Kotian and Tushar Deshpande did the unthinkable on Tuesday.
The Mumbai cricketers become first No. 10 and 11 to hit centuries in a Ranji Trophy innings as the pair put together a 232-run stand for the last wicket in the quarterfinal against Baroda.
Not just that but Tanush and Tushar also became only the second No. 10 and No. 11 pair in First-Class history to record centuries in the same innings. Chandu Sarwate and Shute Banerjee achieved the feat in a Surrey vs Indians match at the Oval in 1946.
In their quest to set a big total, Mumbai found themselves at 337/9 against Baroda. That's when Tanush and Tushar got together and helped Mumbai finish at 569 with a mammoth partnership. While Tanush Kotian remained unbeaten on 120, Tushar Deshpande scored 123.
It's only the third time an Indian pair has manage a 200-plus stand for the last wicket. Deshpande also became just the third Indian batter to score a First-Class hundred while batting at no. 11

Musheer raised a well-calculated 128 not out off 216 balls, studded with 10 fours, while putting on two crucial partnerships to lead the recovery for Mumbai who were reeling at 99 for four at one stage.

Sarfaraz Khan's brother Musheer Khan stars in Mumbai's recovery witha gritty hundred in Ranji Trophy

Sarfaraz Khan's brother Musheer Khan stars in Mumbai's recovery with a gritty hundred in Ranji Trophy

Musheer raised a well-calculated 128 not out off 216 balls, studded with 10 fours, while putting on two crucial partnerships to lead the recovery for Mumbai who were reeling at 99 for four at one stage.

India U-19 World Cup star Musheer Khan came to Mumbai's rescue with his maiden first-class hundred as the hosts recovered from a precarious position to reach 248 for five on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Baroda, here Friday.
The 18-year-old Musheer, who was among the leading run-scorers in the recently-concluded U-19 World Cup in South Africa, was at the forefront of Mumbai's recovery, who were jolted multiple times after electing to bat here at the BKC Ground.
Musheer raised a well-calculated 128 not out off 216 balls, studded with 10 fours, while putting on two crucial partnerships to lead the recovery for Mumbai who were reeling at 99 for four at one stage.
Musheer, the younger brother of India batter Sarfaraz Khan, came into the playing eleven as a replacement for the injured all-rounder Shivam Dube.
Baroda veteran Bhargav Bhatt (4/82) struck thrice to jolt Mumbai early in the contest, accounting for Prithvi Shaw (33), Bhupen Lalwani (19) and Ajinkya Rahane, whose ordinary form with the bat persisted.
The swashbuckling Shaw appeared to be in his elements, cracking six boundaries to get 33 from 46 balls, but he was stumped by Baroda wicketkeeper Mitesh Patel off Bhatt's bowling in the 14th over.
Shaw seemed to have done his job, having given Mumbai a confident start, while putting on 57 runs for the first wicket with Bhupen Lalwani. But once they were separated, it all went south for the home side playing in favourable conditions.
Baroda did not have to wait long for further inroads as Mumbai's in-form opener Lalwani perished for just 19 from 41 balls with three fours, caught by Shivalik Sharma off Bhatt.
Rahane's ordinary run with the bat continued when the Mumbai captain was cleaned up by Bhatt for 3, whereas Ninad Rathva piled up further pressure on the 41-time champions by removing all-rounder Shams Mulani for 6.
Coming in to bat at No. 3, Musheer did well to stop the slide with a 43-run stand for the fifth wicket with Suryansh Shedge (20), followed by a splendid unbeaten 106-run stand for the sixth wicket with Hardik Tamore.
Mumbai wicketkeeper-batter Tamore dropped anchor to play the perfect second fiddle to Musheer, scoring an unbeaten 30 off 163 balls in their unbroken century stand.
"My job is far from done but I am very happy since it is my first (first-class) hundred. I will try to take the game as far as possible," Musheer told the media after the match.
"My mindset was to keep speaking with my partner and play for the remainder of the day. It was not an easy wicket and the idea was to go for the boundary balls or else keep working with the singles," he added.
Earlier in the day, the players observed a two-minute silence on the passing away of former Maharashtra chief minister and Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) president Manohar Joshi.
Mumbai players also took the field wearing black armbands in his memory.
Brief Scores: Mumbai 1st innings: 248/5 in 90 overs (Prithvi Shaw 33, Musheer Khan 128 batting, Hardik Tamore 30 batting; Bhargav Bhatt 4/82) vs Baroda.
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Delhi's second innings began in the worst possible manner as their first four batters were back in the dressing room without opening their account.

Ranji Trophy: Delhi cornered by Uttarakhand after 5 of 6 batters out for a duck till...

Delhi's second innings began in the worst possible manner as their first four batters were back in the dressing room without opening their account.

Delhi descended into hall of infamy on Saturday as five of their top six batters got out for ducks, making the scoreboard at the PCA Stadium unsightly in a Ranji Trophy Group D match against Uttarakhand in Mohali.
Continuing their winter of woes, Delhi's second innings began in the worst possible manner as their first four batters were back in the dressing room without opening their account.
Skipper Himmat Singh, however, averted a bigger disaster for Delhi with a spectacular, counterattacking 109 and, in the company of Lakshay Thareja (36 batting), lifted the team to 145/5 after they had lost five wickets with just 11 runs on the board in their second dig.
Vaibhav Kandpal, slotted at number six in the Delhi batting line-up, too was dismissed for nought.
Playing the lone ranger, Himmat found the fence 16 times and cleared it once while getting his runs off just 91 balls.
The duo of Himmat and Thareja added 134 runs for the sixth wicket, helping Delhi avoid more embarrassment a day after the team's best batter Ayush Badoni, who is going through a rough patch, was asked to stay back in the team hotel at the behest of powerful officials, who wanted to teach the "IPL star" a lesson.
Doing the bulk of the damage for Uttarakhand was Deepak Dhapola (4/43), who bagged a hat-trick to leave Delhi tottering at zero for three.
Thanks to Himmat and Thareja's efforts, Delhi were ahead by 53 runs at stumps on the second day.
This was after Uttarakhand batters responded with 239 in reply to Delhi's first-innings total of 147.
Resuming on their overnight score of 98 for four, Uttarakhand found their man in the seasoned Aditya Tare, who top-scored for the team with 83 off 114 balls while hitting 10 boundaries.
Tare found an able ally in Swapnil Singh, who chipped in with an useful 47 as Uttarakhand ended their first innings with a significant lead of 92 runs, opening up possibilities for an outright win with plenty of time left in the match.
Avneesh Sudha (64) could add just nine runs to his overnight score of 55 before being bowled by pacer Navdeep Saini, who was Delhi's most successful bowler on the day with figures of 4/57 in 15 overs, while off-spinner Hrithik Shokeen picked 3/57.
Brief scores: Delhi: 147 and 145/5 in 33 overs (Himmat Singh 109 batting; Deepak Dhapola 4/43) Uttarakhand 1st innings: 239 all out in 69.1 overs (Aditya Tare 83; Navdeep Saini 4/57).
At Cuttack Odisha: 138 and 157/3 in 44 overs (Sandeep Pattnaik 78, Govinda Poddar 41) Himachal Pradesh 1st innings: 176 all out in 62.4 overs (Biplab Samantray 3/30).
At Puducherry: Madhya Pradesh: 238 and 49/2 in 23 overs Puducherry 1st innings: 100 all out in 55.4 overs (Saransh Jain 5/22, Kumar Kartikeya 4/32).
At Vadodara Jammu and Kashmir 1st innings: 457 all out in 122.1 overs (Vivrant Sharma 139, Shubham Pundir 172; Atit Sheth 5/88) Baroda 1st innings: 177/4 in 49.3 overs (Jyotsnil Singh 79; Umar Nazir Mir 3/39).

The match witnessed a whopping 529 for 1 in just 48 overs with Tanmay's undefeated 323 off just 160 balls at the end of the day's play.

Hyderabad's Tanmay Agarwal smashes fastest triple-hundred in first-class history | Ranji Trophy

The match witnessed a whopping 529 for 1 in just 48 overs with Tanmay's undefeated 323 off just 160 balls at the end of the day's play.

Hyderabad opener Tanmay Agarwal broke the world record for the fastest triple-hundred in the history of first-class cricket in a Ranji Trophy Plate Group match against Arunachal Pradesh in Hyderabad on Friday.
The 28-year-old reached the milestone off only 147 balls, beating the previous record of South African cricketer Marco Marais, who had achieved the feat in 191 balls during the game between Border and Western Province in 2017.
However, the lopsided contest against a north-eastern side once again raised questions about directly integrating them into Ranji Trophy where records are being broken at monotonic regularity.
The match, which was played on the outskirts of the city at 'Gen-Next' cricket ground and Hyderabad, witnessed a whopping 529 for 1 in just 48 overs with Tanmay's undefeated 323 off just 160 balls at the end of the day's play.
This was after Arunachal scored 172 in 39.1 overs.
The left-hander's innings was studded with 33 fours and 21 sixes. He added 449 for the opening stand with Rahul Singh, who smashed 185 in just 105 balls.
"I feel good and grateful. After I completed 150, I just started hitting and luck was in my favour. I always found middle of the bat and balls went out. I just kept batting and kept hitting," a composed Agarwal told PTI, his voice rarely giving away any emotions.
So when did he come to know about the world record? "After the end of the day's play... From teammates to my family, everyone is very happy," Agarwal, who already has 11 first-class tons before this record, added.
So what does he make of his triple hundred considering the quality of opposition? "When you compare with Elite teams, this kind of feat is not possible, but I didn't think about quality of opposition and kept playing the way I had to.
"The world record just happened. Nothing was planned. There were no plans that I would do this and that. It just happened," said Agarwal, who has played all his cricket for Hyderabad.
The highest Indian first-class score is 443 by BB Nimbalkar, who hit it in a Ranji Trophy match between Maharashtra and Kathiawar.
The world record for highest individual first-class score is 501 not out by the legendary Brian Lara for Warwickshire in an English county game against Durham.
Is he looking at both the records? "No, I am not because I don't know how much longer we will be batting on Saturday. As long as I bat tomorrow, I will try to play like I started the innings today. If it happens, it happens. I don't have in mind that I have to achieve this or that," Agarwal sounded nonchalant.
Agarwal said he does not have one specific coach.
"I have had a lot of coaches over the years not one coach." Divyanshu Yadav (0/117 in 9 overs) and Techi Doria (0/101 in 9 overs) are two bowlers, who conceded more than hundred runs in less than 10 overs.
Brief Scores: Arunachal Pradesh 172 in 39.1 overs. Hyderabad 529/1 in 48 overs (Tanmay Agarwal 323 batting, Rahul Singh 185).&nbsp;

Siddharth Desai spun his web of destruction and bagged 7 wickets for just 42 runs in just 13 overs as Karnataka lost all 10 wickets for 53 runs and was all out for 103.

Watch! Siddharth Desai takes 7 wickets as Karnataka fail to chase 110 vs Gujarat | Ranji Trophy

Chasing 110 vs Gujarat, Karnataka looked well on course for a win but went from being 50/0 to 103 all out. Watch Siddharth Desai's super spell as he ripped through Karnataka's batting line-up.

Siddharth Desai spun his web of destruction and bagged 7 wickets for just 42 runs in just 13 overs as Karnataka lost all 10 wickets for 53 runs and was all out for 103.

It's not often that a team is 60 runs away from the target with all 10 wickets in hand but ends up losing a cricket match. Well, that's exactly what happened during a Ranji Trophy game on Monday.
Chasing 110 vs Gujarat, Karnataka looked well on course for a win as the openers stitched a 50-run stand. But the game turned on its head after that.
Siddharth Desai spun his web of destruction and bagged 7 wickets for just 42 runs in just 13 overs as Karnataka lost all 10 wickets for 53 runs and was all out for 103. As a result, Gujarat pulled off a thrilling 6-run victory.
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Earlier, Gujarat had scored 264 and 219 in their two innings respectively and Karnataka was bowled out for 374 and 103.

On Friday two teams claimed to be the Ranji Trophy squad of Bihar, turned up for the match against Mumbai. The confusion subsequently led to a delayed start to the game 

Two teams from Bihar turn up on ground for Ranji Trophy game against Mumbai

On Friday two teams claimed to be the Ranji Trophy squad of Bihar, turned up for the match against Mumbai. The confusion subsequently led to a delayed start to the game

Nothing is going right in Bihar cricket as a bizarre scene unfolded on Friday leading to a delay in their Ranji Trophy match against Mumbai at the Moin-ul-Haq stadium.
On Friday two teams claimed to be the Ranji Trophy squad of Bihar, turned up for the match against Mumbai. The confusion subsequently led to a delayed start to the game after heated exchanges and a scuffle between the officials of the Bihar Cricket Association, which required intervention from the local police. The match eventually began around 1 pm.
Of the two teams that reached the ground early in the morning, the one picked by the BCA president c played the game. The other that had the blessings of Secretary Amit Kumar was left high and dry.
BCA later released a statement on Friday blaming suspended secretary Amit for the chaos, which included picking a fake team and attacking an official of the board. &ldquo;There was a life-threatening attack on BCA&rsquo;s OSD Manoj Kumar by those involved in the fake team. The miscreants have been identified and action will be taken against them,&rdquo; the statement read.
Talking about the match, put to bat first, Mumbai finished the opening day with 235 for nine, where three batters - opener Bhupen Lalwani, Suved Parkar and Tanush Kotian - scored their respective fifties. Veer Pratap Singh was the pick of the bowlers for Bihar with his 4 for 32 while Sakibul Gani and Himanshu Singh picked two apiece. Veteran India batter Ajinkya Rahane, who was the main attraction at the venue among the fans, however, was benched for the match.
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Aged just 12 years and 284 days, Suryavanshi took to the field for Bihar in their Ranji Trophy 2023-24 encounter against Mumbai at Patna's Moin-ul-Haq Stadium.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Bihar batter makes Ranji Trophy debut at just 12 years of age

Young prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Bihar made his first-class debut on Friday, becoming the fourth-youngest Indian to do so.

<h2>Aged just 12 years and 284 days, Suryavanshi took to the field for Bihar in their Ranji Trophy 2023-24 encounter against Mumbai at Patna's Moin-ul-Haq Stadium.</h2>

In a significant milestone for Indian cricket, young prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Bihar made his first-class debut on January 5, becoming the fourth-youngest Indian to do so. Aged just 12 years and 284 days, Suryavanshi took to the field for Bihar in their Ranji Trophy 2023-24 encounter against Mumbai at Patna's Moin-ul-Haq Stadium.
Historically, Alimuddin holds the record as the youngest debutant in a recorded first-class match in India. He made his entry into first-class cricket in the 1942-43 season at only 12 years and 73 days old, playing for Rajputana against Baroda. Apart from Alimuddin, SK Bose and Mohammad Ramzan also debuted at an age younger than Suryavanshi.
In the 2023 Cooch Behar Trophy, Suryavanshi showcased his exceptional talent while playing for Bihar. He impressed everyone with a phenomenal innings of 151 runs off 128 balls, including 22 fours and three sixes, against Jharkhand. Furthermore, he added another significant contribution of 76 runs in the same match.
Suryavanshi's prowess was not limited to domestic games. He also made his mark in an international youth quadrangular series, which featured teams like India U19 A, India U19 B, England U19, and Bangladesh U19. During this tournament, he scored two fifties.
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Having taken a 230-run lead in the first innings, Jaydev Unadkat's men bowled the home side out for 241 in the second innings

Ranji Trophy: Saurashtra crowned champions, beat Bengal by 9 wickets to win 2nd title

Captain Jaydev Unadkat picked up a 9-wicket match haul as Saurashtra beat home side Bengal by 9 wickets to lift their second #RanjiTrophy title in 3 years. 

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Having taken a 230-run lead in the first innings, Jaydev Unadkat's men bowled the home side out for 241 in the second innings

Jaydev Unadkat's Saurashtra beat home side Bengal by 9 wickets to lift their second Ranji Trophy title in 3 seasons.
Having opted to bowl on a green pitch, Saurashtra made merry as they bowled out Bengal for just 174 on the opening day.
In reply, 4 batters for Saurashtra made scores of 50 or more to give the visitors a mammoth 230-run lead in the first innings.
Anustup Majumdar &amp; captain Manoj Tiwary did score fifties in the second innings but Jaydev Unadkat picked up a 6-wicket haul to restrict Bengal to just 241.&nbsp;
Even as Jay Gohil fell for a first-ball duck, Saurashtra achieved the 12-run target inside 3 overs to lift yet another domestic cup.
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On the back of Mayank's 249 runs, Karnataka went on to put up a big 407 runs on Day 2

Ranji Trophy: Mayank Agarwal slams double century against Saurashtra in semis

At 79/4, Karnataka were in a spot of bother but out-of-favour Indian batter Mayank Agarwal played a captain's knock to bail the home side out.

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On the back of Mayank's 249 runs, Karnataka went on to put up 407 runs in the first innings.

Out of favour Indian batter Mayank Agarwal put his home side Karnakata in an advantageous position with a double century in the second semifinal against Saurashtra in Bengaluru.
On the back of Mayank's 249 runs, Karnataka managed to cross the 400-run mark in the first innings.
Mayank's innings was vital for the home side. who were struggling at 79/4 on the opening day of the match.&nbsp;
Having opened the innings, Mayank almost batted right through. He was the final wicket to fall as Karnataka made 407.
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Despite being a right-handed batter, Vihari decided to bat left-handed that too with just one hand and saw off deliveries from Avesh Khan.

Watch! Hanuma Vihari bats one-handed despite broken wrist in Ranji Trophy

Hanuma Vihari displayed exceptional level of determination as the Andhra Pradesh star came out to bat with a fractured wrist in the Ranji Trophy match vs defending champions Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday.

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Despite being a right-handed batter, Vihari decided to bat left-handed that too with just one hand and saw off deliveries from Avesh Khan.

There often comes a time for a player when life gives him an opportunity to come out as a hero and that time came for Hanuma Vihari during a Ranji Trophy game.
He displayed exceptional level of determination as the Andhra Pradesh star came out to bat with a fractured wrist in the match against defending champions Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday.
Despite being a right-handed batter, Vihari decided to bat left-handed that too with just one hand and saw off deliveries from Avesh Khan.
He had retired hurt on 16 but came back and added 11 more runs with a broken wrist before being out for 27.
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Jadeja took a 7-wicket haul against Tamil Nadu in Ranji Trophy

Ravindra Jadeja picks up 7-fer in comeback match 

A 7-wicket haul in his comeback match! Ravindra Jadeja, whose place in the Test squad against Australia was subject to fitness, returned to competitive cricket with a sensational bowling performance.

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Jadeja took a 7-wicket haul against Tamil Nadu in Ranji Trophy

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, whose place in the Test squad against Australia was subject to fitness, made a fantastic comeback to competitive cricket with a 7-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy.
Jadeja achieved the feat in the game against Tamil Nadu. Opening the bowling on a spin-friendly track, the left-arm spinner finished with 7/53 as Tamil Nadu were bowled out for 133 in the second innings.
With the 34-year-old giving a good account of his fitness in the match, he will most likely be part of the Indian XI in the first Test that starts on February 9.
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Shaw who has been in form across forms, has still struggled to find his name in any Team India squad. He was asked about his 'Hope you are watching everything Sai Baba' post on Instagram. 

'Have been judged by people who...': Prithvi Shaw reacts after 383-ball 379

A cracking 383-ball 379.

Here's what the protagonist of the show, Prithvi Shaw had to say after he made heads turn during a Ranji Trophy match against Assam in Guwahati. 

Shaw who has been in form across forms, has still struggled to find his name in any Team India squad. He was asked about his 'Hope you are watching everything Sai Baba' post on Instagram.&nbsp;

A cracking 383-ball 379. Prithvi Shaw made heads turn when he played an incredible knock during a Ranji Trophy match against Assam in Guwahati. The 23-year-old though has been in form across forms but a place in any Team India squad has still eluded him. He, after his incredible performance, was asked about his 'Hope you are watching everything Sai Baba' post on Instagram which he posted as a story after he was left out from the tours of Bangladesh and New Zealand. In his response, he however clarified that the post was not targeted and called it a deeply personal thing.&nbsp;
Shaw who last represented India in July 2021 further lamented, 'You know you are doing your things right. You know you are doing your processes right, you are honest with yourself, disciplined with your career on and off the field. But sometimes people do talk differently. People who don't even know you judge you' Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ishan-kishan-s-time-will-come-says-sourav-ganguly-1673491625119">Ishan Kishan's time will come, says Sourav Ganguly</a>
In Indian first-class cricket history, Shaw after his prolific innings now has the second-highest individual score after Bhausaheb Nimbalkar's 443 who played for Maharashtra and accumulated the massive score against Kathiawar in Pune back in 1948-49.

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