Baroda Upsets Defending Champion Mumbai in Ranji Trophy

In a stunning upset, Baroda defeated defending champions Mumbai by 84 runs in their opening match of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 at Kotambi Stadium. Baroda posted 290 in their first innings, aided by half-centuries from Mitesh Patel and Atit Sheth, while Mumbai collapsed for 214, with Prithvi Shaw and Shreyas Iyer failing to deliver. In their second innings, Baroda set a target of 262 after being bowled out for 185, thanks to a crucial half-century from Krunal Pandya. Mumbai's hopes were dashed as they were bowled out for 177 in their final innings, with Siddesh Lad providing some resistance with 59 runs. Bhargav Bhatt was the standout performer for Baroda, taking ten wickets in the match and earning the Player of the Match award. This defeat may impact the selection chances of Mumbai's high-profile players ahead of India's upcoming tour of Australia.