**Vidarbha Claim Third Irani Cup Title: Key Stats**
*By Parth Dhall | October 5, 2025, 6:11 PM*
Vidarbha, the reigning Ranji Trophy champions, have added another feather to their cap by winning the prestigious Irani Cup. The team secured their third Irani Cup title after a commanding performance against the Rest of India (ROI) at Nagpur’s VCA Stadium, culminating in a dominating finish on Day 5.
**Bowling Brilliance Seals the Win**
Vidarbha’s five-man bowling attack operated in perfect harmony to bowl out ROI for 267 runs just before tea on Sunday. The star of the bowling lineup was Yash Thakur, whose double strike included the prized wicket of Yash Dhull, who scored a brilliant 92. Thakur’s incisive spells at crucial moments helped dismantle the opposition’s chase of 361 runs. In a fiery moment during play, Thakur and Dhull were engaged in a heated exchange, showcasing the intensity of the contest.
Harsh Dubey also played a pivotal role, taking a four-wicket haul at key junctures to stifle ROI’s chase effectively. His bowling performance was instrumental in ensuring a 93-run victory for Vidarbha, maintaining their dominant streak.
**Match Summary**
Vidarbha set a strong foundation batting first, posting 342 all out, thanks to a scintillating 143 from Atharva Taide and a solid 91 from Yash Rathod. ROI’s initial response saw them bundled out for 214, with Yash Thakur claiming four wickets.
In their second innings, Vidarbha were restricted to 232 all out, with Anshul Kamboj taking four wickets for ROI. Chasing a challenging target of 261 runs, ROI fell short at 267 all out, as Harsh Dubey’s four-wicket haul proved decisive.
**Perfect Record in Irani Cup**
With this victory, Vidarbha now boast a perfect record in the Irani Cup, having won all three editions they have competed in. Their previous back-to-back victories came in the 2017/18 and 2018/19 seasons. Meanwhile, the Rest of India side faced disappointment as runners-up for the 30th time in the tournament’s history.
Vidarbha’s consistent excellence in domestic cricket continues to make them a formidable force in Indian cricket’s premier competitions.
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