India witnessed another successful season of the Ranji Trophy. Starting in January, the tournament is about to conclude. After clearing all the group and semifinal stages, the tournament counts days for the final match. Before stepping into the big game, sources say that Wankhede Stadium is all set to host the final match of the Ranji Trophy.
Wankhede to Host the Ranji Trophy Final:
Mumbai is set to host the final of the Ranji Trophy 2023-24 at the renowned Wankhede Stadium. According to Sportstar reports, the iconic venue will be the battleground for the summit clash of this prestigious tournament, scheduled to commence on Sunday, March 10.
In the highly anticipated final, Mumbai, led by Ajinkya Rahane, will lock horns with either Vidarbha or Madhya Pradesh. The clash promises an exciting showdown, and cricket enthusiasts can expect intense competition at the historic Wankhede Stadium.
Rahane’s squad emerged as the group stage leaders in the Elite division, accumulating an impressive 37 points from seven games. With this stellar performance, Mumbai secures its spot in the summit clash for the 47th time, emphasizing its remarkable legacy as a 41-time Ranji Trophy winner.
Mumbai’s Thrilling Semifinal Match:
Mumbai’s path to the Ranji Trophy 2023-24 final was paved with a resounding victory over Tamil Nadu in the semi-final. Under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane, Mumbai dominated the opposition, securing a convincing win by an innings and 70 runs at the Bandra Kurla Complex on Monday, March 4.
In a stellar performance during the semi-final, Mumbai showcased excellence both with bat and ball. Tasked with bowling first, the team, led by Rahane, impressively restricted Tamil Nadu to a mere 146 runs. Tushar Deshpande claimed three wickets, while Shardul Thakur, Musheer Khan, and Tanush Kotian bagged two each. Facing a challenge at 106/7 with the bat, Mumbai’s fortunes took a turn with Shardul Thakur’s remarkable maiden First-Class century, scoring 109 runs. Supported by Tanush Kotian’s unbeaten 89*, Mumbai secured a substantial first-innings lead of 232 runs.
With an exceptional bowling performance in the second innings, Mumbai dismissed Tamil Nadu for 162 runs. Shams Mulani claimed four wickets, while Shardul Thakur, Mohit Avasthi, and Tanush Kotian picked up two scalps each. The comprehensive victory has earned Mumbai a spot in the final, where they will face either Vidarbha or Madhya Pradesh on their home ground at the Wankhede Stadium on March 10. The strong display in the semi-final underscores Mumbai’s prowess and sets the stage for an exciting title showdown in the prestigious Ranji Trophy.
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