Ranji Trophy
Mumbai's Dominant Victory Propels Them to Record 48th Ranji Trophy Final
Starting the day at 353/9 in their first innings, Mumbai bolstered their overnight total by an additional 25 runs, establishing a commanding lead of 232 runs over Tamil Nadu. Tanush Kotian and Tushar Deshpande orchestrated a formidable partnership of 88 runs for the final wicket. However, Kotian fell short of a century, remaining unbeaten on 89, while Deshpande was dismissed by Washington Sundar for 26, concluding Mumbai’s first innings at 378 in 106.5 overs.
Gavaskar Weighs In on Iyer's Central Contract Exclusion, Cites Pre-England Ranji Trophy Participation
Both Iyer and Ishan Kishan were absent from the BCCI Central Contracts list for the current season, with the board stating they were not recommended for retainership. While Iyer had previously held a Grade B contract, Kishan had a Grade C contract in the last season.
Shams Mulani replaces Mayank Markande in Rest of India squad for Irani Cup
Mayank Markande injured his right index finger during training and has been ruled out of the tournament. Rest of India (RoI) will play 2021-22 Ranji Trophy Champions Madhya Pradesh from March 1-5 at the Captain Roop Singh Stadium, Gwalior.RoI squad: Mayank Agarwal (Captain), Abhimanyu Easwaran, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Yash Dhull, Baba Indrajith, Upendra Yadav (wk), Atit Sheth, Saurabh Kumar, Harvik Desai, Navdeep Saini, Mukesh Kumar, Chetan Sakariya, Akash Deep, Shams Mulani, Pulkit Narang, Sudip Kumar Gharami
Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Saurashtra thrash Bengal by 9 wickets to clinch title
This is Saurashtra's second Ranji Trophy title in the last three seasons and they proved why they are a force to reckon with in the domestic circuit. Bengal, who gave away a big first innings lead of 230, were overnight 169/4 in their second innings, got bowled out for 241 on Sunday, giving Saurahstra a mere 12 runs' target.
Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Pradipta Pramanik's fifer leads Bengal to final with win over MP
Chasing a mammoth target of 548, Madhya Pradesh could only score 241 in their second innings. With this, Bengal also avenged last season's semi-final loss to MP. They will now face Saurashtra in the summit clash on February 16 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Since MP was chasing a big total, most of their batters looked to play with positive intent on the final day.
Ind vs Aus: Jaydev Unadkat released from 2nd Test squad, to play Ranji Trophy final
As per a media release from BCCI, the All-India Senior Selection Committee took the decision to release Unadkat in consultation with the Indian team management. "The All-India Senior Selection Committee in consultation with the Indian team management has decided to release Jaydev Unadkat from India's squad for the 2nd Test of the Australia tour of India for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy," the media release said.
Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Vasavada guides Saurashtra to final with 4-wicket win over Karnataka
Vasavada's knock helped Saurashtra chase down the target of 115 in the 35th over. With spinner Krishnappa Gowtham running through Saurashtra's batting order by removing Sheldon Jackson, Vishvaraj Jadeja and Chirag Jani, Saurashtra were struggling at 42 for 5. But, Chetan Sakariya scored a crucial 47-ball 24 and also stitched a key partnership of 63 runs with Vasavada to almost seal the win for his team.
Ranji Trophy semis: Sheldon Jackson, Arpit lead Saurashtra's fightback vs Karnataka; Bengal continue to dominate MP
At the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru, Saurashtra were 364 for 4 at stumps, trailing by just 43 runs against Karnataka with Arpit Vasavada (112 not out) and Chirag Jani (19 not out) unbeaten at the crease. Sheldon Jackson was the star performer for Saurashtra on Day 3 with a 245-ball 160. He also stitched a vital fourth-wicket stand of 232 with Arpit Vasavada.
Ranji Trophy semifinal, Day 2: Agarwal's double ton puts Karnataka in control against Saurashtra
After the wicket of Srinivas Sharath (66), the likes of K Gowtham and Vijaykumar Vyshak didn't last long as Karnataka quickly slipped to 278/8 and were in danger of getting bowled out for a total less than 300. However, Agarwal stitched a vital stand with Vidhwath Kaverappa to rescue his side.
Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Bihar thrash Manipur by 220 runs to win Plate Group title
After getting reduced to 107/4 by stumps on the fourth day in a chase of 545, Manipur needed something spectacular on the final day to pull off a draw but they were bowled out for 324 in their second innings with Nawaz Khan claiming 5 for 95. With this, Bihar and Manipur, the two finalists of the Plate Group, will be promoted to the Elite division next season.
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