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Ranji Trophy: Kerala books title clash with Vidarbha by barest of margins
Ahmedabad, February 21: Kerala made history in Ahmedabad, securing their first-ever appearance in the Ranji Trophy finals after a win on the basis of first innings lead against Gujarat on Friday. On the other hand, Vidarbha outclassed defending champions Mumbai to secure an 80-run win in Nagpur.
Ranji Trophy: Kerala objects Gujarat replacing spinner Bishnoi with seamer as concussion sub in semifinal
Ahmedabad, Feb 20: Gujarat spinner Ravi Bishnoi was forced off the field following a concussion during the Ranji Trophy semi-final against Kerala on Thursday. Medium-pacer Hemang Patel was brought in as his replacement, sparking discussions on the interpretation of the 'like-for-like' substitution rule.
Ranji Trophy semi-finals Day 2: Vidarbha at top after Mumbai's collapse, Kerala maintains control over Gujarat
New Delhi, February 18: Vidarbha continued to exercise control over Mumbai, while Kerala maintained their position in the driver's seat against Gujarat on Day 2 of the ongoing Ranji Trophy semi-finals.
Ranji Trophy: Mohammed Azharuddeen's ton puts Kerala in control against Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Feb 18: Mohammed Azharuddeen's long-awaited century, his second in First-Class cricket and his first in seven years, and half-centuries by Sachin Baby and Salman Nizar ensured Kerala took firm control of the Ranji Trophy semifinal against Gujarat here on Tuesday. Azharuddeen's unbeaten 149 off 303 balls, decorated with 17 boundaries, was the cornerstone of Kerala's innings as they reached 418 for seven at the end of day two.
Ranji Trophy: Nizar, Nidheesh, Azharuddeen shine as Kerala secure second semifinal appearance
Pune, February 12: Kerala toppled Jammu and Kashmir on the basis of first innings lead, securing their second appearance in the Ranji Trophy semifinals following a draw at Pune on Wednesday.
Ranji Trophy: Nizar's heroic knock helps Kerala break J&K hearts to seal semis spot
Pune, Feb 12: Kerala scripted history by securing a place in the Ranji Trophy semifinals for only the second time, after surviving a nerve-wracking final day against Jammu & Kashmir, at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium here on Wednesday. The match, which hung in balance until the last 30 minutes, ended in a draw, with Kerala advancing due to their slender one-run first-inning lead.