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Mumbai Cricket Team Claims Irani Cup Title for the 15th Time in the 2024-25 Season.

Sports | Dated: 11 Oct 2024

The Mumbai Cricket Team, captained by Ajinkya Rahane, won the 2024-25 Irani Cup, the 61st edition of this important first-class tournament in India. They defeated the Rest of India Team, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, based on their first-innings lead. This victory marks Mumbai's 15th Irani Cup title and their first since 1997.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The tournament was held from October 1 to 5, 2024, at the Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) For their win, the Mumbai Team received ₹50 lakhs from the BCCI and an extra ₹1 crore from the Mumbai Cricket Association.
  • (ii) Karnataka are the second-most successful domestic team in the Irani Cup, winning six titles from eight editions.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

How many times has the Mumbai Cricket Team claimed the Irani Cup title as of the 2024-25 season?

Correct Answer: 15

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