Nagpur: Vidarbha on Sunday claimed their third Ranji Trophy title after registering victory over Kerala on basis of first innings lead in the final on the fifth day at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur.
The match ended in a draw after the hosts scored 375/9 in their second innings.
Vidarbha had scored 379 in their first innings. In reply, Kerala could score 342 runs, giving decisive 37 runs lead to Vidarbha.
Vidarbha had earlier won the the prestigious tournament in 2017-18 and 2018-19.
For Kerala, it was the first-ever Ranji Trophy final, but despite their best efforts, they failed to cross the final hurdle.
It was the first-ever Ranji Trophy final for Kerala. (With Agency Inputs)