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The Ranji Trophy stands as the most prestigious domestic first-class cricket competition in India. Founded in 1934, it has showcased generations of Indian talent and remains a proving ground for future

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international stars. Over nearly a century, teams from across the country have battled for this coveted title — but only a handful have truly dominated.

The tournament was originally established as the Cricket Championship of India, and the first edition was won by Bombay (now known as Mumbai). From that very start, Bombay set the tone for what would become an unmatched legacy in Indian domestic cricket.

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The Era of Bombay (Mumbai): Record-Setting Champions

One name towers above all others in Ranji Trophy history: Mumbai. Between 1934-35 and the present day, Mumbai has lifted the trophy 42 times, the most by any team by a huge margin. This includes a remarkable run of 15 consecutive titles between 1958-59 and 1972-73, a record that still stands as one of the great feats in Indian cricket. Their consistency over decades has made them the benchmark in domestic cricket.

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Season — Winner — Runner-Up

1934-35 – Bombay – Northern India
\n 1935-36 – Bombay – Madras
\n 1936-37 – Nawanagar – Bengal
\n 1937-38 – Hyderabad – Nawanagar
\n 1938-39 – Bengal – Southern Punjab
\n 1939-40 – Maharashtra – United Provinces
\n 1940-41 – Maharashtra – Madras
\n 1941-42 – Bombay – Mysore
\n 1942-43 – Baroda – Hyderabad
\n 1943-44 – Western India – Bengal
\n 1944-45 – Bombay – Holkar
\n 1945-46 – Holkar – Baroda
\n 1946-47 – Baroda – Holkar
\n 1947-48 – Holkar – Bombay
\n 1948-49 – Bombay – Baroda
\n 1949-50 – Baroda – Holkar
\n 1950-51 – Holkar – Gujarat
\n 1951-52 – Bombay – Holkar
\n 1952-53 – Holkar – Bengal
\n 1953-54 – Bombay – Holkar
\n 1954-55 – Madras – Holkar
\n 1955-56 – Bombay – Bengal
\n 1956-57 – Bombay – Services
\n 1957-58 – Baroda – Services
\n 1958-59 – Bombay – Uttar Pradesh
\n 1959-60 – Bombay – Mysore
\n 1960-61 – Rajasthan – Uttar Pradesh
\n 1961-62 – Bombay – Gujarat
\n 1962-63 – Bombay – Railways
\n 1963-64 – Bombay – Madras
\n 1964-65 – Bombay – Hyderabad
\n 1965-66 – Bombay – Bengal
\n 1966-67 – Bombay – Rajasthan
\n 1967-68 – Bombay – Madras
\n 1968-69 – Bombay – Gujarat
\n 1969-70 – Bombay – Maharashtra
\n 1970-71 – Bombay – Maharashtra
\n 1971-72 – Bombay – Baroda
\n 1972-73 – Bombay – Uttar Pradesh
\n 1973-74 – Karnataka – Railways
\n 1974-75 – Bombay – Maharashtra
\n 1975-76 – Bombay – Haryana
\n 1976-77 – Bombay – Saurashtra
\n 1977-78 – Karnataka – Maharashtra
\n 1978-79 – Delhi – Uttar Pradesh
\n 1979-80 – Delhi – Haryana
\n 1980-81 – Bombay – Tamil Nadu
\n 1981-82 – Delhi – Bombay
\n 1982-83 – Karnataka – Bombay
\n 1983-84 – Bombay – Delhi
\n 1984-85 – Bombay – Karnataka
\n 1985-86 – Delhi – Tamil Nadu
\n 1986-87 – Bombay – Baroda
\n 1987-88 – Tamil Nadu – Delhi
\n 1988-89 – Delhi – Bombay
\n 1989-90 – Bengal – Delhi
\n 1990-91 – Haryana – Mumbai
\n 1991-92 – Delhi – Punjab
\n 1992-93 – Punjab – Saurashtra
\n 1993-94 – Bombay – Karnataka
\n 1994-95 – Bombay – Delhi
\n 1995-96 – Karnataka – Hyderabad
\n 1996-97 – Mumbai – Delhi
\n 1997-98 – Karnataka – Uttar Pradesh
\n 1998-99 – Karnataka – Railways
\n 1999-2000 – Mumbai – Gujarat
\n 2000-01 – Baroda – Karnataka
\n 2001-02 – Railways – Baroda
\n 2002-03 – Mumbai – Tamil Nadu
\n 2003-04 – Mumbai – Tamil Nadu
\n 2004-05 – Railways – Punjab
\n 2005-06 – Uttar Pradesh – Bengal
\n 2006-07 – Mumbai – Bengal
\n 2007-08 – Delhi – Uttar Pradesh
\n 2008-09 – Mumbai – Uttar Pradesh
\n 2009-10 – Mumbai – Karnataka
\n 2010-11 – Rajasthan – Baroda
\n 2011-12 – Rajasthan – Tamil Nadu
\n 2012-13 – Mumbai – Saurashtra
\n 2013-14 – Karnataka – Maharashtra
\n 2014-15 – Karnataka – Tamil Nadu
\n 2015-16 – Mumbai – Saurashtra
\n 2016-17 – Gujarat – Mumbai
\n 2017-18 – Vidarbha cricket team – Delhi
\n 2018-19 – Vidarbha – Saurashtra
\n 2019-20 – Saurashtra – Bengal
\n 2020-21 – Not held (COVID-19)
\n 2021-22 – Madhya Pradesh – Mumbai
\n 2022-23 – Saurashtra – Bengal
\n 2023-24 – Mumbai cricket team – Vidarbha
\n 2024-25 – Vidarbha – Kerala 2025-26 - Karnataka vs Jammu & Kashmir Final

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Other Multiple Title Winners of Ranji Trophy

While Mumbai’s success is unrivaled, several teams have carved their own chapters in the history books:

Karnataka, formerly Mysore, has been one of the strongest challengers across eras, securing eight championships.
Delhi follows with seven titles, consistently putting up strong performances across generations.
Baroda and Madhya Pradesh (including Holkar) have won the tournament multiple times — each adding to the rich tapestry of Ranji history.
Vidarbha has emerged as a modern powerhouse with three title wins in recent seasons, marking one of the most impressive rises in the domestic game.

Beyond these, teams such as Bengal, Tamil Nadu/Madras, Hyderabad, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Gujarat have lifted the trophy at least once, showing the depth and competitive spirit spread across Indian cricket.

Champions Through the Decades

Since the first Ranji Trophy in 1934-35, the winners list has grown into a tapestry of cricketing excellence. Bombay took the early years by storm. Teams like Maharashtra, Baroda, and Holkar made their mark through the 1940s and 1950s. As the tournament matured, sides like Karnataka, Delhi, and later Vidarbha began to challenge and dethrone the traditional giants. Through wars, political change, and the evolution of Indian cricket, the Ranji Trophy endured — becoming a cherished institution.

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The 2024-25 season saw Vidarbha crowned champions again, defending their reputation as one of modern India’s most accomplished sides. The list of winners year by year reads like a history of Indian domestic cricket itself — filled with dynasties, upsets, rising stars, and unforgettable performances.

Why the Ranji Trophy Matters

Winning the Ranji Trophy means more than just lifting silverware. It signifies:

Depth of talent across state and regional teams
A platform where future Indian Test and international stars first make their name
A celebration of long-form cricket in a world increasingly dominated by limited-overs formats

From legends who dominated for decades to side stories of unexpected triumphs, the Ranji Trophy champions list is a living record of Indian cricket’s journey — rich in tradition, competition, and pride.

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Ranji Trophy Winners List — The Complete Champions History

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