Ranji Trophy Quarterfinals Day 4: In a thrilling turn of events, Mumbai triumphed over Haryana with a dramatic 5-wicket victory. Despite a strong fight from Haryana, Ajinkya Rahane’s century and Shams Mulani's stellar five-wicket haul ensured Mumbai’s place in the next round. The gripping Day 4 battle kept fans on the edge of their seats, as Mumbai sealed the win in style with a solid all-round performance.
In a dramatic turn of events during the Ranji Trophy 2025 Quarterfinals, Mumbai secured a thrilling 5-wicket victory over Haryana on Day 4. With a powerful performance led by Ajinkya Rahane, whose century anchored the chase, and a standout bowling effort by Shams Mulani, Mumbai made sure they overcame a tough Haryana side. Despite a fierce challenge, Mumbai’s experienced squad held their nerve, securing the win and advancing to the next stage of the tournament. This match will go down as one of the most exhilarating contests in this year’s Ranji Trophy!
Ranji Trophy Quarterfinals Day 4: Ajinkya Rahane Century & Royston Dias’ 5-Wicket Haul Lead Mumbai to Dominant 152-Run Victory Over Haryana
In a thrilling Ranji Trophy 2025 Quarterfinals clash, Mumbai triumphed over Haryana by a commanding 152-run margin to secure a spot in the semifinals. Ajinkya Rahane, the Mumbai skipper, played a crucial role in the win, scoring a gritty century (108 off 180 balls), marking his 41st first-class century and propelling Mumbai to a total of 339 in their second innings.
Chasing a challenging target of 354, Haryana crumbled under the pressure of Mumbai’s lethal bowling attack. Royston Dias was the standout bowler, claiming a remarkable 5-wicket haul (5/39), while Shardul Thakur added another dimension to the attack with 3 wickets (3/26). With a total of 9 wickets in the match, Dias played a pivotal role in sealing Haryana’s fate and confirming Mumbai’s place in the Ranji Trophy semifinals.
This dominant performance by Mumbai emphasizes their title defense aspirations as they aim to reclaim the prestigious Ranji Trophy 2025.
Haryana’s Fight Falls Short as Mumbai Dominates with 152-Run Victory in Ranji Trophy Quarterfinals 2025
Despite a spirited performance from Anuj Thakral (4/70) and valuable contributions from Kamboj, Sumit, and Jayant Yadav, Haryana’s chase crumbled under the pressure in the Ranji Trophy 2025 Quarterfinals. The Mumbai bowlers, led by Royston Dias‘ career-best 5/39, dismantled Haryana’s batting lineup to wrap up the match in just 57.3 overs.
Haryana’s chase showed signs of hope with a strong 90-run sixth-wicket partnership between Lakshay Dalal and Sumit Kumar, but their progress was short-lived. Despite an extension of play due to favorable light, Haryana lost nine wickets in quick succession, with Dias claiming a maiden five-wicket haul in 10.3 overs to lead Mumbai to victory.
Mumbai Takes Command, Moves Closer to Defending Ranji Trophy Crown
In a thrilling contest, Mumbai advanced one step closer to defending their Ranji Trophy title with a 152-run victory over Haryana. Ajinkya Rahane played a captain’s knock, scoring a resilient century (108 off 180 balls) to help Mumbai post a solid total in the third innings.The chase fell apart for Haryana, as Royston Dias produced a career-best performance with the ball, claiming 5 wickets for 39 runs. Shardul Thakur provided vital support, taking 3 wickets for 26 runs. The two bowlers wrapped up Haryana’s innings for just 201, sealing a commanding win for Mumbai. With this dominant performance, Mumbai is now firmly in the Ranji Trophy semifinals, looking to extend their reign as champions.
The match, played at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy BKC, grabbed headlines not only for the upset but also for the exceptional performance of Yudhvir Singh Charak. The 27-year-old J&K all-rounder was named Man of the Match after an outstanding display, taking seven wickets and contributing 20 runs to the victory. Charak’s all-round brilliance played a pivotal role in sealing Jammu & Kashmir’s first win over Mumbai in a decade, adding to the significance of the match.
