Ranji Trophy: Mumbai seal knockout berth with bonus-point win over Hyderabad
Mumbai confirmed their place in the Ranji Trophy knockout stage with a nine-wicket win over Hyderabad in a Group D match, also picking up a bonus point. Musheer Khan starred with a five-wicket haul as Hyderabad were bowled out for 302 in their second innings, before Mumbai chased a small target to complete an emphatic result and strengthen their position atop the group table.
Match result and immediate impact
Mumbai booked a spot in the Ranji Trophy knockout stage on Sunday, 25 January 2026, after defeating Hyderabad by nine wickets in their Group D fixture in Hyderabad. The win also earned Mumbai a bonus point, underlining the dominance of the performance.
With one league match remaining, Mumbai moved to the top of the Group D points table with 30 points, strengthening their seeding prospects heading into the knockouts.
How Mumbai set up the win
Hyderabad began the fourth day at 166/7 in their second innings but were dismissed for 302 in 69.5 overs. Mumbai’s Musheer Khan led the bowling charge, finishing with figures of 5/49 and cleaning up the tail to complete a crucial five-for.
Earlier, Mumbai had put themselves in a commanding position by posting 561/6 declared in the first innings. After bowling Hyderabad out for 282, Mumbai enforced the follow-on, keeping the pressure on and ensuring the match stayed within their control.
Chase and bonus point
Mumbai were set a target of just 10 runs and reached it in 3.2 overs, losing one wicket. The outright result, combined with the bonus point, delivered the kind of points haul teams look for late in the group phase.
Group D picture
The report noted Jammu & Kashmir were second with 21 points, followed by Chhattisgarh on 17. J&K’s match against Puducherry ended in a draw after the final day was washed out, while Chhattisgarh drew with Delhi.
Mumbai’s comprehensive win, therefore, did not just confirm qualification—it also boosted their lead at the top, potentially helping with momentum and match-ups as the tournament heads into the knockout rounds.