Tanush Kotian’s gritty unbeaten hundred laced Mumbai’s 15th Irani Cup victory which was sealed by virtue of their first innings lead over Rest Of India on the fifth and final day here on Saturday.

Mumbai held Rest of India to a draw after securing a first-innings lead in Lucknow. Ajinkya Rahane's men went on to win the domestic trophy for the 15th time, first triumph since the 1997-98 season.

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.

While the RoI side has clinched the title 30 times across 62 previous appearances, Mumbai remain the most successful Ranji Trophy team to earn the prestigious title.

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 ended a 27-year wait and lifted the 2024 Irani Cup at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Following the victory, Mumbai and India

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.

Mumbai, captained by Ajinkya Rahane, clinched its first Irani Cup in 27 years, showcasing exceptional 'khadoos' cricket. Sarfaraz Khan's unbeaten 222

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.

Sarfaraz Khan was adjudged player of the match for his double hundred in Mumbai’s first innings against Rest of India.

No.8 Kotian’s 114* sealed a draw versus Rest of India on the final day; Ranji champions won on the basis of first innings lead