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Ranji Trophy 2025: Vidarbha extends lead over Kerela to 351 runs in final
Vidarbha extended their overall lead to 351 runs by lunch on the final day, inching closer to their third Ranji Trophy title against Kerala here on Sunday. They had previously won the title in 2017-18 and 2018-19. Riding on Karun Nair's 135, Vidarbha reached 314 for 7 in their second innings, batting out the morning session of the final day without setting a target. Akshay Karnewar (24) and Darshan Nalkande (8) were at the crease at the break. Having taken a 37-run first-innings lead after dismissing first-time finalists Kerala for 342, Vidarbha are poised to win on the basis of the first-innings advantage. Left-arm spinner Aditya Sarwate (3/75 from 39 overs) struck twice in the session, removing overnight centurion Nair (135) and skipper Akshay Wadkar (25 off 108 balls, 2x4s). Nair could only add three runs before being stumped. His 295-ball knock featured 10 fours and two sixes, marking his ninth century across formats in this domestic season. Sarwate then dismissed Wadkar to
Ranji Trophy Final: Malewar's ton powers Vidarbha to 254/ 4 on day 1
A horrible mix-up between Karun Nair (86) and Danish Malewar (138 not out) denied the former a deserving century but their much needed resistance took Vidarbha to a formidable 254/4 at stumps on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala here on Wednesday. Nair and Malewar led a strong fightback for the hosts at the VCA Stadium after Kerala seamers struck early thrice to leave Vidarbha struggling at 24 for three. The pair put on a resolute 215-run stand for the fourth wicket consuming as many as 414 deliveries across the three sessions, mixing caution with aggression to give Vidarbha a strong footing in the summit clash. But it ended abruptly against the flow of the game, when both Nair and Malewar went for a non-existent run which ended up in the dismissal of the former, 14 runs short of a deserving century. Having toiled for a breakthrough for nearly 68 overs, Kerala opted for a late second new ball in the 82nd over. Eden Apple Tom's innocuous delivery outside the
Dhawan belives players should get enough rest between matches to recover
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has backed the BCCI's decision to make domestic cricket compulsory for all players but has also urged for a balanced approach to ensure that there is no burnout. The affable swashbuckler, who called time on his career last year, is here as one of the four event ambassadors of the ongoing Champions Trophy. India defeated Pakistan by six wickets on Sunday to put one foot in the semifinals. Dhawan attended the match and even paid a visit to the Indian dressing room after the triumph. While speaking to the media on the sidelines of the game, he was asked whether the BCCI has done the right thing by making it mandatory for players to show up in Ranji Trophy games whenever possible. "It's a very good decision. My only thing is that players should not be overloaded, that's all. But people will monitor that," he said. "It's a good thing that current players should play domestic as well -- like how Virat played (for Delhi a few weeks back) and the stadium
Mumbai favourites against Vidarbha in Ranji semis despite Jaiswal's absence
It's unlikely that Mumbai will have an injured Yashasvi Jaiswal in their ranks, but the resilient defending champions are firm favourites against Vidarbha in the Ranji Trophy semifinal, beginning here on Monday. PTI understands that Jaiswal might travel to the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru for further assessment of his unspecified injury soon, as he has been named as a "non-travelling reserve" in India's Champions Trophy squad. But the possible absence of Jaiswal in no way reduces the firepower of Mumbai in a match that is the repeat of last year's final. Mumbai have a host of stars in their line-up such as skipper Ajinkya Rahane, Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube and Shardul Thakur who can alter the course of the game on their own. But more than the presence of some acclaimed and accomplished players, their determination makes the 42-time champions a team cut from different cloth. On several occasions this season, Mumbai's top-order malfunctioned but their lower-order batter
Shardul Thakur eyeing India comeback with series of domestic heroics
The out-of-favour Mumbai-based all-rounder has been in superb form in domestic cricket and is proving to be a match-winner with both bat and ball
Ranji Trophy QFs: Mumbai vs Haryana match venue shifted to Eden Gardens
The shift comes as part of the decision for all the quarterfinals to be extended into five-day contests, running from February 8 to February 12.
Ranji Trophy 2025 QFs: Surya, Shivam named in Mumbai squad vs Haryana
Mumbai secured their quarterfinal spot with an emphatic statement-a crushing win by an innings and 456 runs against Meghalaya
Delhi v Railways: A match where Virat Kohli's Ranji return lasted only 16 balls
The match attracted national attention largely due to Virat Kohli's return to domestic cricket after a 13-year hiatus. He didn't bat in 2nd innings as Delhi won by an innings and 19 runs
Who is Himanshu Sangwan? Railways' pacer who castled Kohli in Ranji match
In a high-stake clash, he struck again-his moment of reckoning arriving as he sent the legendary Virat Kohli back to the pavilion
DDCA president felicitates Virat Kohli for playing 100 Tests for India
Kohli is only the third Indian after Ishant Sharma and Virender Sehwag to achieve this milestone
Ranji Trophy 2025, Delhi vs Railways HIGHLIGHTS: Virat Kohli gets felicitated by DDCA after stumps
Kohli came out to bat after the dismissal of Yash Dhull. He went back to pavillion after getting bowled by Himanshu Sangwan.
Virat Kohli's Ranji Trophy comeback lasts 15 balls, fans left dejected
His return to the Ranji Trophy may have been highly anticipated, but for Kohli and his supporters, it was a chapter that ended in frustration rather than redemption.
What Kohli ate for lunch on Day 1 of Delhi vs Railways Ranji match?
Sanjay Jha revealed that Kohli, who used to love chicken chili in his younger days, has now shifted his preference to a vegetarian option.
Stampede-like scene at Kotla as Virat Kohli fans flood Delhi's Ranji match
Such was Kohli's aura that a strong crowd of over 10,000 remained at the stadium despite Railways batting first.
When will Virat Kohli bat in Delhi vs Railways Ranji Trophy match today?
With Delhi opting to bowl first, Virat Kohli is expected not before the end of second session today given he has been slotted to bat at number 4.
Ranji Trophy 2025: How to watch Kohli's domestic return against Railways?
Ranji Trophy - Delhi vs Railways live streaming: The live streaming of Virat Kohli's Ranji Trophy return match will be available on the JioCinema app and website.
Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Top run scorers and wicket-takers after round 6
The seventh and final group stage round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season will take place on Thursday
Ranji Trophy 2025: Where can you watch Virat Kohli's match against Railways
The match between Delhi and Railways will begin on January 30 at 9:30 AM IST and will be played at the Arun Jaitey Stadium in New Delhi.
Ranji Trophy: Points table and qualification scenario of all elite teams
Seven out of eight spots for the quarterfinals are still up for grabs in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season
Kohli returns to domestic cricket: How has he fared in Ranji Trophy so far?
Kohli is set to end his hiatus from domestic cricket with Delhi's Ranji Trophy game against Railways starting January 30
