The Irani Cup is an annual one-off test match between the Ranji Trophy champions and a Rest of India team composed of players from other state teams. The 2025 Irani Cup is scheduled to take place on October 1st, and the current Ranji Trophy champions, Vidarbha, will face ROI.
The scheduled match is set to take place in Nagpur and will be a treat for fans around the country to witness one of the big matches of domestic red-ball cricket in India.
This article offers a comprehensive overview of the upcoming Irani Trophy 2025, including fixture details, past champions, and additional information.
Irani Cup 2025: Tournament Overview
The first edition of the Irani Trophy started in 1960 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Ranji Trophy. Later, the BCCI named the Irani Trophy after Zal R. Irani, who had served as their president for a long time.
Here are some important details about the tournament.
| Tournament | Irani Cup |
| Administrator | Board of Control For Cricket In India (BCCI) |
| Format | First-class test cricket |
| Number of teams | 2 |
| First edition | 1959/60 |
| Recent edition | 2024/25 |
| Current champion | Mumbai |
| Most successful champion | Rest Of India (30 titles) |
The 2025 edition of the Irani Cup is set to be played on 1st October, and the Current Ranji Trophy Champions, Vidharbha, will face the Rest of India in Nagpur.
Irani Cup 2025 – Match Details
Take a look at the details of the match scheduled here,
| Match | Irani Cup 2025 |
| Date | 01-05 October 2025 |
| Time | 9:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur |
Irani Cup 2025 – VID vs ROI Highlights (Day 1 to Day 3)
Day 3: Vidarbha Lead ROI by 224 Runs
- Vidarbha tightened its grip on the final, finishing Day 3 at 96/2 in their second innings, taking a 224-run overall lead.
- ROI resumed at 142/5 but collapsed quickly as captain Rajat Patidar’s 66 was the lone resistance.
- Manav Suthar fell early on Day 3, followed by Saransh Jain, as ROI were bowled out in 69.5 overs.
- Yash Thakur starred with the ball, taking 4 wickets, supported by Rekhade (2), Dubey (2), Thakare (1), Nalkande (1).
- In Vidarbha’s second innings, Atharva Taide (15) and A Mokhade (37) were the only dismissals.
- Dhruv Shore (24)* and Danish Malewar (16)* remained unbeaten at stumps.
- End of Day 3: Vidarbha lead by 224 runs with 8 wickets in hand, setting up a dominant position for the final day.
Day 2: ROI Fight Back but VID Stay on Top
- Vidarbha resumed Day 2 at 280/5 and were eventually bowled out for 342 runs.
- Taide fell for 143, failing to convert his century into a bigger score.
- Lower-order batters Yash Thakur (11), Harsh Dubey (0), and Nalkande (20) added limited runs as ROI’s bowlers kept chipping away.
- ROI’s bowling effort was led by Akash Deep (3/66) and Manav Suthar (3/89), with Saransh Jain (2 wickets) supporting well.
- In reply, Abhimanyu Easwaran top-scored for ROI with a gritty 52 off 112 balls (6 fours).
- ROI went from a promising 94/2 at Tea to a collapse at 142/5 by stumps, still trailing by 200 runs.
- ROI skipper Rajat Patidar held the innings together and remained unbeaten on *42.
- Vidarbha bowlers Parth Rekhade (2 wickets), Yash Thakur (1), Darshan Nalkande (1), and Harsh Dubey (1) shared the spoils.
Day 1: Vidarbha Dominate with the Bat
- Vidarbha captain Akshay Wadkar won the toss and chose to bat first at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur.
- Atharva Taide starred with a brilliant 143-run knock, anchoring the innings.
- Yash Rathod contributed a crucial 91 runs, building a strong platform for the hosts.
- ROI bowlers fought back late in the day as Manav Suthar (3 wickets) and Akash Deep (2 wickets) picked key breakthroughs.
- Vidarbha closed the opening day at 280/5 in a commanding position.
Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium – Nagpur
The Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur, inaugurated in 2008, is a modern venue featuring a vast field area and seating capacity of approximately 45,000. It consistently hosts international and domestic matches, offering excellent infrastructure praised by the ICC.
As the Irani Cup 2025 approaches, this state-of-the-art stadium stands ready to complement the prestige of India’s premier domestic showdown.
Irani Cup – Last 5 Editions
| Year | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2017/18 | Vidarbha | Rest of India |
| 2018/19 | Vidarbha | Rest of India |
| 2022/23 | Rest of India | Madhya Pradesh |
| 2023/24 | Rest of India | Saurashtra |
| 2024/25 | Mumbai | Rest of India |
The 2017–18 Irani Cup saw Vidarbha assert its dominance after a successful Ranji season, securing the title based on a first-innings lead. They repeated the feat in 2018–19, once again holding off Rest of India in a drawn match.
The 2019–20 edition was postponed due to the pandemic and was eventually played in 2022. The rest of India returned to winning ways with a strong performance against Saurashtra.
In the 2022–23 and 2023–24 editions, Rest of India continued their winning streak, defeating Madhya Pradesh and Saurashtra, respectively.
The 2024–25 season marked a historic moment as Mumbai ended their long wait for the Irani Cup, winning the title on a first-innings lead.
Irani Cup 2025 – Squads
Vidarbha (VID) Playing XI:
Atharva Taide, Aman Mokhade, Dhruv Shorey, Danish Malewar, Yash Rathod, Akshay Wadkar (C & WK), Parth Rekhade, Harsh Dubey, Yash Thakur, Darshan Nalkande, Aditya Thakare
Rest of India (ROI) Playing XI:
Abhimanyu Easwaran, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Aryan Juyal (WK), Rajat Patidar (C), Yash Dhull, Ishan Kishan (WK), Manav Suthar, Saransh Jain, Anshul Kamboj, Akash Deep, Gurnoor Brar
Bench Players:
Rest of India: Tanush Kotian, Khaleel Ahmed, Shaik Rasheed
Vidarbha: Akshay Karnewar, Nachiket Bhute, Yash Kadam, Praful Hinge, Shivam Deshmukh
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Conclusion: Vidarbha Lead ROI by 224 Runs After Day 3 Stumps!
The Irani Cup 2025 promises to be a compelling clash between Vidarbha, the reigning Ranji champions, and a star-studded Rest of India side. With both teams rich in talent and form, fans can expect a high-quality red-ball contest in Nagpur.
Held at the world-class Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, the match will showcase the depth and promise of Indian domestic cricket. The fixture also serves as a platform for players to stake their claim for national selection.
As the match date approaches, tickets will soon be available for sale, giving cricket enthusiasts across the country a chance to witness this prestigious event live and support their favorite teams in person.
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