The Kerala cricket team has made history by reaching the final of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, a feat they’ve achieved for the first time in 74 years. They will now face off against Vidarbha in the final match, set to begin on February 26. The semi-finals were nothing short of dramatic, with Kerala securing a draw against Gujarat but advancing to the final due to their first-innings lead. The Kerala vs Gujarat match has been making headlines, particularly due to a controversy surrounding Gujarat’s last wicket in the first innings.
Controversy Overshadows the Match
Kerala posted a respectable 457 runs in the semi-final match, with Mohammad Azharuddin scoring an unbeaten 177. When Gujarat took to batting, they found themselves at 455 runs with 9 wickets down. Given that the team leading after the first innings wins in the event of a draw in the Ranji Trophy, Gujarat needed to surpass Kerala’s score by at least one run to take the lead. The situation set the stage for a thrilling conclusion, marred only by the controversy that ensued.
A Bollywood-Style Finish
The semi-finals had all the makings of a Bollywood film – drama, suspense, and a healthy dose of controversy. As Kerala inches closer to their first-ever Ranji Trophy title, fans are on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the final match against Vidarbha. With the stage set for an epic showdown, one thing is certain – this Ranji Trophy season will be remembered for years to come.