The 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season is set to kick off, with 38 teams competing in four Elite Groups and a six-team Plate group. Defending champions Mumbai will take on Baroda in their first match, while Madhya Pradesh will face Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh will play against Bengal. Fans can catch the action live on JioCinema as these three matches will be streamed starting from Friday.
Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala Prepares for Epic Battles
The Ranji Trophy, India's premier domestic cricket tournament, is all set to kick off its 2024-25 season, promising thrilling encounters and fierce competition. The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala will once again play host to some of the most exciting matches in this prestigious championship.
Tournament Format
The 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season will feature 38 teams divided into four Elite Groups and a six-team Plate group. The Elite Groups have been named after legendary Indian cricketers: CK Nayudu, GS Hazare, Syed Mushtaq Ali, and V. B. Chandrashekhar.
The top team from each Elite Group will qualify for the quarterfinals, while the second-placed teams from each group will compete in a playoff to determine the remaining four quarterfinalists. The Plate group winner will also advance to the quarterfinals.
Defending Champions
The reigning Ranji Trophy champions, Mumbai, will be aiming to defend their title when they take on Baroda in their opening match. Mumbai has a rich history in the Ranji Trophy, having won the championship a record 41 times.
Key Matches
Apart from the opening match between Mumbai and Baroda, there are several other key fixtures to watch out for in the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season:
Streaming Info
Fans can catch all the action of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season live on JioCinema. The first three matches will be streamed starting from Friday.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Where is the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium located? The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium is located in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India.
2. Who is the defending champion of the Ranji Trophy? Mumbai is the defending champion of the Ranji Trophy.
3. How many teams are participating in the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season? 38 teams are participating in the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season.
4. What is the format of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season? The teams are divided into four Elite Groups and a six-team Plate group. The top teams from each Elite Group and the Plate group winner will qualify for the quarterfinals.
5. Where can I watch the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season live? You can watch the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season live on JioCinema.
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