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Helmet Saves the Day! Kerala Reaches First-Ever Ranji Trophy Final in Shocking Fashion

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A thrilling match took place between Kerala and Gujarat in the Ranji Trophy semifinal at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The game was full of excitement, nervous moments, and great cricket skills. On the fifth morning of the match, Kerala secured their first-ever Ranji Trophy final spot after 74 years of trying.

Kerala’s Historic Victory

Kerala needed only 28 runs to win, but they had just three wickets left. Their key players, Jalaj Saxena and Aditya Sarwate, played with full effort to push the team towards victory. Kerala, playing their 352nd Ranji Trophy match, finally made it to the final. Their coach, Amay Khurasiya, and captain, Sachin Baby, guided the team brilliantly.

Gujarat had put up a tough fight. They were chasing 457 runs in the first innings but fell short by just two runs. In Ranji Trophy knockout matches, the team with the first-innings lead moves forward in case of a draw. Since Kerala got the lead, they were declared the winners and are now set to play against Vidarbha in the final.

The ‘Helmet’ Moment That Changed Everything

The match was very close. Gujarat needed just three more runs to take the lead, while Kerala needed one last wicket to win. The tension was high in the stadium.

Then came a dramatic moment in the 175th over. Aditya Sarwate bowled a flighted delivery near the pads. Gujarat’s Arzan Nagwaswalla tried to hit it in the air, but something unexpected happened. The ball struck the helmet of a fielder at short leg and then went straight to Sachin Baby at slip. He caught it, and Gujarat’s final wicket fell! Kerala had won in the most unusual way.

This match will be remembered for its thrilling finish. Kerala has now created history and will play in their first-ever Ranji Trophy final.

Story First Published at www.probatsman.com on 21 February 2025

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