Ranji Trophy 2024/25: Vidarbha vs Kerala Prediction, Betting Tips
Vidarbha vs Kerala, the final of the Ranji Trophy 2024/25 is set to be played at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Jamtha Nagpur. Last season Runner Vidarbha defeated defending champions Mumbai in the 2nd Semi Final by 80 runs while Kerala pulled off one of the best victories in the history of the Ranji Trophy against Gujarat in the 1st Semi Final filled with drama and a thrilling finish. The final is set to be an exciting contest, with Vidarbha aiming to claim the title after falling short last season, while Kerala is playing their first-ever Ranji final, featuring some prominent names in the squad. Check out the Vidarbha vs Kerala prediction below.
Vidarbha vs Kerala prediction: Vidarbha to win
Key Stats
- Vidarbha defeated defending champions Mumbai in the 2nd Semi Final by 80 runs.
- Kerala won a thriller against Gujarat in the 1st innings.
- Vidarbha dominated Kerala in their previous 5 encounters.
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Match Prediction: With a well-balanced team, current form, and home advantage, Vidarbha is expected to win the Ranji Trophy 2024/25 Final. Vidarbha has been one of the most consistent teams in domestic cricket for the last two years featuring prominent names like Karun Nair, Akshay Wadkar, Harsh Dubey, Yash Rathod, and Aditya Thakare. The team has a very strong batting lineup supported by a good bowling lineup.
Most Recent H2H and Pitch Report
| Winner | Won by | Date |
| Match drawn | 04 Feb 2020 | |
| Vidarbha | 11 runs | 24 Jan 2019 |
| Vidarbha | 412 runs | 07 Dec 2017 |
| Match drawn | 03 Nov 2011 | |
| Match drawn | 17 Nov 2010 |
Pitch Report
The Final of the Ranji Trophy 2025 is set to be played at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium Nagpur. The pitch here is generally good for batting.
Results of the last match played at VCA Nagpur
Vidarbha vs Mumbai (Feb 17 – 21, 2025) – Vidarbha won by 80 runs
| Vidarbha | 383 & 292 |
| Mumbai | 270 & 325 |
Vidarbha preview
Vidarbha led by Akshay Wadkar deafeted star-studded Mumbai in the 2nd Semi Final by 80 runs thanks to amazing performances from Yash Rathod, Dhruv Shorey, Parth Rekhade, and Harsh Dubey. The team features a strong batting lineup with in-form players like Atharva Taide, Dhruv Shorey, Danish Malewar, Karun Nair, Yash Rathod, and Akshay Wadkar supported by a good bowling lineup. Harsh Dubey, an oustanding all-arounder provides balance to the team.
Predicted XI: Atharva Taide, Dhruv Shorey, Danish Malewar, Karun Nair, Yash Rathod, Akshay Wadkar, Harsh Dubey, Darshan Nalkande, Parth Rekhade, Nachiket Bhute, Yash Thakur
Kerala preview
Kerala qualified for their first-ever Ranji Trophy Final by defeating Gujarat in the 1st Semi Final in a thriller thanks to amazing performances from Mohammed Azharudeen, Jalaj Saxena, and Aditya Sarwate. The team has a good batting lineup with players like Sachin Baby, Mohammed Azharuddeen, Salman Nizar, and Akshay Chandran. In the bowling department, they have names like Jalaj Saxena, Aditya Sarwate, MD Nidheesh, and Nedumakuzhy Basil.
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Predicted XI: Akshay Chandran, Rohan Kunnummal, Varun Nayanar, Sachin Baby, Jalaj Saxena, Mohammed Azharuddeen, Salman Nizar, Ahanned Imran, Aditya Sarwate, MD Nidheesh, Nedumankuzhy Basil
Player to watch: Harsh Dubey
Harsh Dubey is a key player for Vidarbha known for his all-around ability. He is currently the highest wicket-taker in Ranji Trophy 2024/25 with 66 wickets in 9 matches. Additionally, the 22-year-old has scored 460 runs for the team with an average of 28.75.
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