• Baroda stunned the defending champions Mumbai by 84 runs in the opening match of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season.

  • It was Baroda's first victory over Mumbai in 26 years.

Twitter Reactions: Baroda ends 26-year wait with a stunning win over Mumbai in Ranji Trophy 2024-25
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In a remarkable turn of events, Baroda stunned the defending champions Mumbai by 84 runs in the opening match of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season on Monday (October 14), marking a significant achievement as it was their first victory over Mumbai in 26 years. The last time Baroda celebrated a win against Mumbai in this prestigious tournament was back in 1998, when they chased down 186 runs to secure a four-wicket victory. In the recent encounter, Baroda displayed a commendable performance, posting scores of 290 and 185, while Mumbai struggled to match their efforts, managing totals of 214 and 177, thus falling short of the target of 262 runs set by Baroda.

Bhargav Bhatt’s match-winning performance for Baroda

The star of the match was undoubtedly left-arm spinner Bhargav Bhatt, whose exceptional bowling proved instrumental in Baroda’s triumph. Bhatt’s remarkable figures of 6 for 55 in the second innings highlighted his skill and determination as he dismantled Mumbai’s batting order at crucial moments. Already having secured four wickets for 53 runs in the first innings, he concluded the match with an impressive 10-wicket haul, earning him the Player of the Match award. Bhatt’s ability to break key partnerships was pivotal, particularly as Mumbai’s batting lineup faltered under the pressure of his accurate spin.

Mumbai’s struggles and Siddhesh Lad’s fight

Despite a promising start to their second innings, Mumbai struggled to build significant partnerships, ultimately leading to their downfall. Siddhesh Lad emerged as the lone fighter for the defending champions, scoring a commendable 59 runs off 94 balls. However, he found little support from his teammates, as Mumbai lost six wickets for just 73 runs during a crucial phase of their chase. The match reached a tense conclusion, with Lad doing his best to steer the team towards victory, but he fell to Bhatt, who claimed the last wicket to secure Baroda’s emphatic win.

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Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Upcoming challenges for both teams

This victory marks a significant milestone for Baroda in their Ranji Trophy campaign, setting a strong precedent for the season ahead. Krunal Pandya’s side now shifts their focus to their next match against Services in Delhi, where they will look to build on this momentum. Meanwhile, Mumbai, facing their first defeat of the season, must regroup quickly as they prepare for their upcoming clash against Maharashtra on October 18. This early setback poses challenges for the defending champions as they strive to regain their form and compete effectively in the tournament.

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