Mumbai’s dominance was on full display as they ended a 27-year wait to lift the Irani Cup with a resounding victory over Rest of India in Lucknow. Led by Ajinkya Rahane, Mumbai posted a massive 537 in the first innings, securing a 121-run lead. Despite Abhimanyu Easwaran’s 191 and Dhruv Jurel’s 93, Rest of India couldn’t overcome Mumbai’s dominance, eventually folding for 416.
In the second innings, Sarfaraz Khan’s brilliant unbeaten 222 and Tanush Kotian’s all-round performance (114* and 64 in the first innings, plus three wickets) were pivotal in extending Mumbai’s lead to 450 runs. With Mumbai at 329/8 midway through the final session, the teams agreed to shake hands, sealing Mumbai’s emphatic victory.
This win gives Mumbai their 15th Irani Cup title, reaffirming their dominance in Indian domestic cricket. The match was a significant achievement, marking their first Irani Cup triumph since 1997.
