India, March 6 -- Vidarbha clinched their third Ranji Trophy title on Sunday, overcoming Sachin Baby's Kerala side by securing a crucial first-innings lead. The season's standout performer was 22-year-old Harsh Dubey, who capped an extraordinary campaign as the leading wicket-taker, claiming an impressive 69 wickets in 19 innings at a remarkable average of 16.98.

The final in Nagpur was a rollercoaster of momentum shifts. Kerala's hopes rested heavily on their skipper, Sachin, who fell just short of a century with a valiant 98. His dismissal proved decisive, paving the way for Vidarbha to seal a memorable victory. Notably, all three of Vidarbha's Ranji triumphs have come within the last seven years, underscoring their recent dominance in...