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Ranji Trophy Final: Musheer Khan, Shreyas Iyer Knocks Help Mumbai Set 538-Run Target For Vidarbha

A fine century by U19 cricket star Musheer Khan and a commendable half-century by Shreyas Iyer guided Mumbai to a 537-run lead over Vidarbha in the final of the ongoing Ranji Trophy, setting the visitors a mammoth target to 538 runs to capture their third title at Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday. At the end of day three, Vidarbha was 10/0, with Atharva Taide (3*) and Dhruv Shorey (7*) unbeaten. Mumbai started the day three at 141/2, with Musheer (51*) and skipper Ajinkya (58*) unbeaten. They had a lead of 260 runs. Mumbai reached the 150-run mark 54.2 overs. They could add only 23 runs more to their total before skipper Rahane was undone by Harsh Dubey, caught behind by Akshay Wadkar for 73 in 143 balls, with five fours and a six. The 41-time champions were 164/3 and the 130-run partnership between Musheer and Rahane was broken.

Watch: Naveen-ul-Haq Uproots Shoaib Malik's Stumps, Stunned Sana Javed's Reaction Viral

It was a tough night for Karachi Kings at the Pakistan Super League against Peshawar Zalmi on Monday. Despite chasing a low target of 148, Karachi Kings fell short by two runs. Babar Azam scored a half-century to guide Peshawar over 145. In reply, Karachi Kings's chase withered away despite a 30-ball 41 up the order by Tim Seifert. Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik scored 22 off 25 balls and was bowled by Afghanistan star Naveen-ul-Haq. Malik's wife Sana Javed was present at the stadium and was stunned after Malik was clean bowled.

"It's Crucial You're Constantly Asking Him To...": Anil Kumble's Intriguing Take On Virat Kohli

Former Indian captain Anil Kumble is impressed by Virat Kohli's manic consistency and believes that his on-field aggression always adds to required intensity in any T20 team that he plays for. Kumble marked it as the biggest legacy of Kohli, who is the only player in history of IPL to play 16 seasons for only franchise -- Royal Challengers Bangalore. "I would say consistency. I saw him in RCB when I was a part of RCB, that's where he started his T20 career, after being a U-19 World Cup winner. From there, the transformation in his fitness, the way he wanted to play his cricket, and the performances he put in white-ball cricket," Kumble told Star Sports.

How Sachin Tendulkar Motivated Centurion Musheer Khan In Ranji Trophy Final

Legendary Sachin Tendulkar's presence on the second day served as a huge motivating factor for 19-year-old Mumbai batter Musheer Khan, whose patient 136 turned the Ranji Trophy final result into a mere formality with hosts out-batting Vidarbha by third day itself. The batting legend was present for the morning session on the third day as Musheer piled up his second century in the three knockout games of this season's Ranji Trophy to help Mumbai extend their advantage. Musheer's ton on the third day, came after his splendid 203 not out in the quarterfinal against Baroda and a vital 55 against Tamil Nadu in the semifinal, helping Mumbai set a mammoth 538-run target for Vidarbha.

Sarfaraz Khan's Brother Musheer Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Historic Record In Ranji Trophy Final

Mumbai batter Musheer Khan, who recently was a part of the ICC U19 World Cup Indian team which finished runners-up to Australia this year, has been setting the business end of the ongoing Ranji Trophy on fire with his performances. In the ongoing final against Vidarbha, Musheer has given signs that he could be the star for the future. He scored a knock of 136 in 326 deliveries, consisting of 10 boundaries, helping Mumbai get a massive 500-plus run lead.

Ravichandran Ashwin's Cryptic Post On Ajinkya Rahane's Batting During Ranji Trophy Final Goes Viral

Indian cricket team spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's social media post on Ajinkya Rahane's batting during the ongoing Ranji Trophy final between Mumbai and Vidarbha has gone viral. Rahane survived an extremely close LBW appeal as a delivery from Umesh Yadav seamed back and crashed into his pads. Although Vidarbha were extremely confident, the umpire ruled in favour of the batter and replays showed that it would have been umpire's call. The commentators remarked that Rahane misread the line of the delivery resulting in some discomfort and Ashwin also highlighted a similar concern on Instagram.

Prolific Yashasvi Jaiswal Wins ICC Player Of Month Award

India's newest batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal was on Tuesday named the ICC 'Player of the Month' for February, following his prolific run in the Test series against England, which saw him amass over 700 runs. The 22-year-old southpaw totalled a staggering 712 runs over five matches, the highest aggregate by an Indian batter in a Test series against England. The Indian opener created several records in February, and equalled the long-standing Test record for most sixes in a Test innings (12) during his Rajkot double ton.

Watch: Shreyas Iyer Ends Dismal Run, Gesture Is Viral With Rohit Sharma In Attendance

It has been a tough couple of months for Shreyas Iyer. The batter was not included in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) central contracts list and his form for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy was extremely disappointing. However, Shreyas was in fine touch on Tuesday as he slammed 95 off 111 balls and his celebration has gone viral on social media. Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma was in attendance during the Ranji Trophy final match against Vidarbha and it was a perfect time for Iyer to find some form. He looked extremely in control against the bowlers and scored a gritty half-century.

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Ranji Trophy Final: Musheer Khan, Shreyas Iyer Knocks Help Mumbai Set 538-Run Target For Vidarbha

Watch: Naveen-ul-Haq Uproots Shoaib Malik's Stumps, Stunned Sana Javed's Reaction Viral

"It's Crucial You're Constantly Asking Him To...": Anil Kumble's Intriguing Take On Virat Kohli

How Sachin Tendulkar Motivated Centurion Musheer Khan In Ranji Trophy Final

Sarfaraz Khan's Brother Musheer Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Historic Record In Ranji Trophy Final

Ravichandran Ashwin's Cryptic Post On Ajinkya Rahane's Batting During Ranji Trophy Final Goes Viral

Prolific Yashasvi Jaiswal Wins ICC Player Of Month Award

Watch: Shreyas Iyer Ends Dismal Run, Gesture Is Viral With Rohit Sharma In Attendance