Mumbai clinched the Ranji Trophy title for a record 42nd time by defeating Vidarbha in the finals of the 2024 season. Tanush Kotian and Tushar Deshpande played pivotal roles in securing Mumbai's victory, marking the end of an eight-year drought for the team.
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced a significant increase in prize money for the winning team, doubling the amount set by the Board for Control of Cricket in India (BCCI).
The additional ₹5 crore prize money brought the total winnings for the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team to a whopping ₹10 crore, reflecting the association's elation and support for the team's success.
Ajinkya Rahane, the veteran Indian batter, led Mumbai to victory as the 26th captain to lift the Ranji Trophy. Rahane, alongside notable players like Shreyas Iyer and Shardul Thakur, played a crucial role in guiding the team to success, emphasizing the collective effort and dedication of the entire squad and support staff throughout the season.
