Bihar Storm Back to Ranji Elite Group with Massive 568-Run Win Over Manipur
Dominant victory in Plate final seals promotion after years in lower tier.
Bihar produced a commanding performance to crush Manipur by a staggering 568 runs in the Ranji Trophy Plate Group final, securing their return to the Elite division for the first time in several seasons. The historic margin of victory underlines Bihar’s complete dominance across all departments in this high-stakes encounter played at a neutral venue. This triumph marks a significant milestone in the state’s cricketing revival and rewards consistent efforts in domestic cricket.
Bihar set up the massive win with a powerful batting display in their first innings, posting a formidable total that put immense pressure on Manipur from the outset. Their bowlers then dismantled the opposition batting line-up twice, restricting them to modest scores in both innings. The sheer scale of the margin—568 runs—ranks among the largest in Ranji Trophy history for any format, highlighting Bihar’s superior preparation, fitness, and execution throughout the multi-day contest.
Key performers from Bihar included disciplined seamers who exploited early movement and bounce, coupled with spinners who capitalised on wearing pitches later in the match. The batting unit showed depth and patience, building substantial partnerships that left Manipur chasing an improbable target. Manipur, despite showing fight in patches, struggled to counter Bihar’s relentless bowling attack and fielding sharpness, eventually folding under pressure.
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The victory carries special significance as it promotes Bihar back to the Elite Group, where they will now compete against stronger sides in the next Ranji season. This achievement ends a prolonged stint in the Plate category and opens doors for emerging talents from the state to gain exposure at a higher level. Cricket officials and fans in Bihar have hailed the result as a proud moment for grassroots development in the region.
With this emphatic win, Bihar not only claim the Plate title but also send a strong message about their resurgence in Indian domestic cricket. The focus now shifts to building on this momentum as they prepare to face tougher challenges in the Elite Group.
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