Ranji Trophy: Mumbai beat Hyderabad by nine wickets, seal knockout spot with bonus-point win

Mumbai dominate to confirm knockout qualification

Mumbai booked their place in the Ranji Trophy knockout stage with an emphatic nine-wicket win over Hyderabad in a Group D fixture, adding a valuable bonus point to strengthen their position at the top of the table. The result, reported on Sunday, 25 January 2026, underlined Mumbai’s control over the match from the first-innings onwards.

After piling up a massive first-innings total (561/6 declared), Mumbai pushed Hyderabad into the follow-on and kept constant pressure through disciplined bowling and sharp fielding.

Musheer Khan’s five-for breaks Hyderabad resistance

Left-arm spinner Musheer Khan headlined Mumbai’s attack in the second innings, finishing with five wickets for 49 to dismiss Hyderabad for 302. His spell ensured Mumbai had only a tiny chase to complete an outright win.

Hyderabad did have pockets of resistance, including a fighting innings from Chama Milind, and there were partnerships that helped them avoid an earlier collapse. However, Mumbai’s depth and control ensured the match never drifted out of their hands.

Quick chase, bigger points haul

Mumbai then chased the target with ease, getting the required runs in just a few overs to finish with a nine-wicket margin. The outright win, combined with their earlier first-innings advantage, boosted their points tally and momentum heading into the final phase of the league stage.

Why this matters

In the Ranji Trophy, outright wins and bonus points can heavily influence seeding and confidence ahead of knockouts. For Mumbai, this performance reinforces their status as a perennial title contender built around strong batting, varied bowling options and match control.

What to watch next

• Mumbai’s squad management and workload planning as knockout cricket approaches.
• Form of key bowlers on flatter pitches and under pressure in away conditions.
• Group D final standings and potential knockout match-ups.