MUMBAI: At the start of the Ranji Trophy, few would have bet on Kerala making the final. They had gradually grown from being the pushovers of South Zone to becoming a fighting squad, but going all the way seemed a distant dream.

Kerala created history by securing their maiden Ranji Trophy final berth with a thrilling two-run first-innings lead over Gujarat. Kerala will play their first-ever Ranji Trophy final against Vidarbha from 26 February to 2 March.

Kerala's cricket team achieved their maiden Ranji Trophy final by narrowly securing a two-run lead against Gujarat. Key performances by spinners Adity

Nagpur: Jalaj Saxena returns to face Vidarbha in his first Ranji Trophy final, 20 years after debut. Kerala aims for its first title against a strong Vidarbha team.

A last-wicket partnership, a timely ricochet off a helmet - Kerala's journey to the final had plenty of dramatic moments

Karun Nair, Danish Malewar register impressive knocks against Kerala on Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Final, as Vidarbha are in cruise control at the end of Day's play. Vidarbha end Day 1 at the score of 254/4,

Vidarbha are chasing their third Ranji Trophy title while this is the first time Kerala are featuring in the final of India's premier first class tournament.

Vidarbha are chasing their third title, while this is the first time Kerala have qualified for the Ranji Trophy final