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Domestic powerhouse Mumbai ended their eight-year title drought by lifting the coveted Ranji Trophy for a record-extending 42nd time in a thrilling culmination to the tournament on Thursday.
The iconic Wankhede Stadium witnessed Mumbai’s triumph as they defeated a resilient Vidarbha by 169 runs on the fifth and final day of a gripping summit clash.
The fate of the final, Mumbai’s 48th appearance in the prestigious tournament’s history, was sealed when the hosts set a daunting target of 538 runs for the visiting team, Vidarbha.
Despite a valiant effort from Vidarbha captain Akshay Wadkar, who showcased remarkable resilience with his first century of the year, and Harsh Dubey, who contributed a vital fifty, Mumbai emerged victorious after a seesaw battle that captivated fans over the last two days.
Source – Bcci
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