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Complete Ranji Trophy Winners & Runners-Up List (1934–2025)

October 29, 2025

The Ranji Trophy, established in 1934, stands as India’s premier domestic cricket tournament. Mumbai, with 42 titles, leads the list of most successful teams, followed by Karnataka with 8 and Delhi with 7 wins. These teams have set high standards in Indian domestic cricket, showcasing remarkable talent and consistency.

In recent years, Vidarbha has emerged as a formidable force, clinching their third title in the 2024-25 season. Their rise underscores the evolving nature of the tournament, with new teams making significant impacts. Other notable champions include Saurashtra, who won in 2023, and Madhya Pradesh in 2022.

This article provides a comprehensive list of Ranji Trophy winners from 1934 to the present, highlighting the evolution of Indian domestic cricket and celebrating the achievements of various teams over the decades.

The Ranji Trophy Winners List (1934-2025)

Take a look at the winners from the start of the Ranji Trophy in 1934 to the most recent season in 2025 here.

Year WinnerRunner-up
1934-35BombayNorthern India
1935-36BombayMadras
1936-37NawanagarBengal
1937-38HyderabadNawanagar
1938-39BengalSouthern Punjab
1939-40MaharashtraUnited Provinces
1940-41MaharashtraMadras
1941-42BombayMysore
1942-43BarodaHyderabad
1943-44Western IndiaBengal
1944-45BombayHolkar
1945-46HolkarBaroda
1946-47BarodaHolkar
1947-48HolkarBombay
1948-49BombayBaroda
1949-50BarodaHolkar
1950-51HolkarGujarat
1951-52BombayHolkar
1952-53HolkarBengal
1953-54BombayHolkar
1954-55MadrasHolkar
1955-56BombayBengal
1956-57BombayServices
1957-58BarodaServices
1958-59BombayBengal
1959-60BombayMysore
1960-61BombayRajasthan
1961-62BombayRajasthan
1962-63BombayRajasthan
1963-64BombayRajasthan
1964-65BombayHyderabad
1965-66BombayRajasthan
1966-67BombayRajasthan
1967-68BombayMadras
1968-69BombayBengal
1969-70BombayRajasthan
1970-71BombayMaharashtra
1971-72BombayBengal
1972-73BombayTamil Nadu
1973-74KarnatakaRajasthan
1974-75BombayKarnataka
1975-76BombayBihar
1976-77BombayDelhi
1977-78KarnatakaUttar Pradesh
1978-79DelhiKarnataka
1979-80DelhiBombay
1980-81BombayDelhi
1981-82DelhiKarnataka
1982-83KarnatakaBombay
1983-84BombayDelhi
1984-85BombayDelhi
1985-86DelhiHaryana
1986-87HyderabadDelhi
1987-88Tamil NaduRailways
1988-89DelhiBengal
1989-90BengalDelhi
1990-91HaryanaBombay
1991-92DelhiTamil Nadu
1992-93PunjabMaharashtra
1993-94BombayBengal
1994-95BombayPunjab
1995-96KarnatakaTamil Nadu
1996-97MumbaiDelhi
1997-98KarnatakaUttar Pradesh
1998-99KarnatakaMadhya Pradesh
1999-00MumbaiHyderabad
2000-01BarodaRailways
2001-02RailwaysBaroda
2002-03MumbaiTamil Nadu
2003-04MumbaiTamil Nadu
2004-05RailwaysPunjab
2005-06Uttar PradeshBengal
2006-07MumbaiBengal
2007-08DelhiUttar Pradesh
2008-09MumbaiUttar Pradesh
2009-10MumbaiKarnataka
2010-11RajasthanBaroda
2011-12RajasthanTamil Nadu
2012-13MumbaiSaurashtra
2013-14KarnatakaMaharashtra
2014-15KarnatakaTamil Nadu
2015-16MumbaiSaurashtra
2016-17GujaratMumbai
2017-18VidarbhaDelhi
2018-19VidarbhaSaurashtra
2019-20SaurashtraBengal
2020-21Not held due to Covid-19
2021-22Madhya PradeshMumbai
2022-23SaurashtraBengal
2023-24MumbaiVidarbha
2024–25Vidarbha (1st inns lead)Kerala

Mumbai: Dominance in the Ranji Trophy

Mumbai has been the most successful team in the history of the Ranji Trophy, clinching the title 42 times since the tournament’s inception in 1934. Their dominance includes a remarkable streak of 15 consecutive victories from 1958–59 to 1972–73.

Over the decades, Mumbai has produced numerous cricketing legends, contributing significantly to Indian cricket. Their consistent performance underscores the strength and depth of Mumbai cricket. In the 2024–25 season, Mumbai ended an eight-year title drought by defeating Vidarbha in the final.

 Dominance in the Ranji Trophy
Source: ESPNcricinfo

This article aims to provide a comprehensive list of Ranji Trophy winners, highlighting the evolution of Indian domestic cricket and celebrating the achievements of various teams over the years.

Vidarbha – The 2024–25 Ranji Trophy Champions

Vidarbha has established itself as a strong competitor in Indian domestic cricket by winning the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy. Their disciplined approach and consistent performances have helped them stand out among many strong teams. 

The 2024–25 Ranji Trophy Champions
Source: Social News XYZ

After previously winning back-to-back titles in 2017 and 2018, Vidarbha’s recent victory showcases their resilience and growth over the years. They have demonstrated that new teams can take on the traditional powerhouses of Indian cricket. 

This win highlights Vidarbha’s teamwork, determination, and strategic skill. They serve as a great example for other teams striving for success in the Ranji Trophy.

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Conclusion: Mumbai is the Most Successful Team in the Ranji Trophy!

Mumbai has been the most successful team in Ranji Trophy history, winning 42 titles since 1934. Their long-standing dominance, including 15 consecutive wins from 1958–59 to 1972–73, shows their consistency and strength in Indian domestic cricket.

In recent years, teams like Vidarbha have risen to challenge traditional powerhouses. Their victories in 2017, 2018, and 2024–25 show that the competition continues to evolve, with newer teams proving their skill and determination on the big stage.

This article provides a complete list of Ranji Trophy winners, celebrating the achievements of all teams and highlighting the growth of domestic cricket in India over the decades.

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