All of Mumbai's 42 Ranji Trophy title wins

Take a look at all of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy title victories after the side registered a 169-run win over Vidarbha to claim a 42nd tournament win on Thursday

Mumbai, the perennial domestic heavyweights, brought an end to their eight-year title drought by clinching a historic 42nd Ranji Trophy title on Thursday. Their resounding victory came on the fifth and final day of the summit clash against a resilient Vidarbha side by 169 runs.

Mumbai players celebrate during the final against Vidarbha (PTI)

The victory was even sweeter for the Ajinkya Rahane-led Mumbai as they clinched the record-extending title at their home ground, the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

Facing a daunting target of 538 runs set by the hosts, Vidarbha's resolve was tested as they resumed their innings on day five at 248 for five. Despite the challenge, Vidarbha's captain, Akshay Wadkar, led from the front with a determined century, while Harsh Dubey contributed a gritty 65.

Their resilience kept Mumbai's bowlers at bay throughout the first session, instilling hope for an improbable victory. However, Mumbai bowlers' relentless aggression paid off as they bowled out Vidarbha for 368 runs, securing their coveted Ranji Trophy title.

Aditya Tare was Mumbai's captain the last time Ranji Trophy lifted the title. In the playing XI of the 2023/24 final, Shreyas Iyer, Shardul Thakur, and Dhawal Kulkarni remain the only players who were part of the XI that lifted the title eight years ago.