Mumbai’s last Irani Cup victory came during the 1997-98 season and since then, the domestic powerhouse appeared in eight more finals without success, the last of which was in the 2015-16 season.

The Mumbai Cricket Association will felicitate the Ajinkya Rahane-led side in a ceremony after it clinched its first Irani Cup in 27 years.

Mumbai secures the Irani Cup title after 27 years, defeating Rest of India with standout performances from Sarfaraz Khan and Tanush Kotian.

Saransh Jain’s two quick wickets hinted at a very interesting last day’s play. Tanush Kotian, the reliable allrounder, then found Mohit Avasthi for company as the duo’s record partnership ensured Mumbai lay its hands on the Irani Cup after a gap of 27 years.

LUCKNOW: Mumbai, added another chapter to its storied legacy by winning the Irani Cup for the 15th time against Rest of India (RoI) on Saturday at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

Mumbai romped to their 15th Irani Cup victory on the basis of their first-innings lead of 121 runs over Rest of India in Lucknow. Despite the wicket of Sarfaraz Khan early on, Mumbai's lower-order remained resolute as the match ended in a draw. Mumbai won their first Irani Cup win after 27 years.

Sarfaraz Khan was given the Player of the Match award for his magnificent double hundred for Mumbai in the Irani Cup match against Rest Of India (ROI) at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Sarfaraz, in an adorable gesture,

After Mumbai won the Iran Cup, Sarfaraz Khan dedicated his match-winning double-century in the Irani Cup to his brother Musheer, who missed the tournament due to an accident.

Mumbai capitalized on Rest of India's failure to sustain their innings, claiming a 121-run lead. Prithvi Shaw’s resilient 76 extended Mumbai’s advantage, despite a spin-heavy encounter on a deteriorating pitch.