As such, the Ranji Trophy-a cricket championship in Indian domestic cricket-remains a testament to the excellence of the country in cricket since inception. Named after the legendary Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji, the prize remained to be a prestigious tournament that has shaped agenda for generations of Indian cricket in the realms of its historical triumphs and emerging heroes with each passing season, a tale of determination, skill, and regional pride. Ranji Trophy Winners: Champions List and Historical Records Season Winner Runner-up 2023-24 Mumbai Vidarbha 2022-23 Saurashtra Bengal 2022 Madhya Pradesh Mumbai 2019-20 Bengal Saurashtra 2018-19 Vidarbha Saurashtra 2017-18 Vidarbha Delhi 2016-17 Gujarat Mumbai 2015-16 Mumbai Saurashtra 2014-15 Karnataka Tamil Nadu 2013-14 Karnataka Maharashtra 2012-13 Mumbai Saurashtra 2011-12 Rajasthan Tamil Nadu 2009-10 Mumbai Karnataka 2008-09 Mumbai Uttar Pradesh 2007-08 Delhi Uttar Pradesh 2005-06 Uttar Pradesh Bengal 2004-05 Railways Punjab 2003-04 Mumbai Tamil Nadu 2002-03 Mumbai Tamil Nadu 1996-97 Mumbai Delhi 1989-90 Bengal Delhi 1970-71 Bombay Maharashtra 1954-55 Madras Holkar 1941-42 Bombay Mysore 1938-39 Punjab Mumbai Year-wise Review from 2023-24 to 1938-39 Season. 2023-24 Season Image Source : PTI Mumbai won their record-breaking title beating Vidarbha in the finals. This gave Mumbai their supremacy back in domestic cricket as this ensured them to become the most successful team of Ranji Trophy history. 2022-23 Season Saurashtra beat Bengal to win the Ranji Trophy for the second time. Jaydev Unadkat's leading Saurashtra underlined the increasing force of teams that were from small cricketing towns. 2022 Season Image Source : PTI Madhya Pradesh came out as history-writers when they defeated the mighty Mumbai to win their maiden Ranji Trophy title. It was a big landmark in the cricketing saga of Madhya Pradesh under the coach Chandrakant Pandit. 2019-20 Season Bengal emerged victorious to claim the championship by defeating Saurashtra, which was their first title in years. The victory demonstrated that Bengal has returned to domestic cricket. 2018-19 and 2017-18 Seasons Image Source : ESPN Vidarbha emerged as back-to-back winning titles. In 2018-19 they won against Saurashtra, and in 2017-18 they emerged victorious against Delhi to become a force in cricket for the country in domestic cricket. 2016-17 Season Gujarat defeated Mumbai in Ranji Trophy by their first title by creating history in Gujarat cricket history. 2015-16 Season Image Source : ESPN Mumbai went into a striding spree by defeating Saurashtra, which was added to their cupboard of big trophies. 2014-15 and 2013-14 Seasons Karnataka produced great cricket, winning on the trot. They could even win the 2014-15 season against Tamil Nadu and the 2013-14 season against Maharashtra, rendering their all-around ability. 2012-13 to 2009-10 Seasons Mumbai continued to produce well during this period too, winning in succession several times. In the year 2011-12, Rajasthan won against Tamil Nadu for the first time. 2008-09 to 2005-06 Seasons Image Source : Associated Press In these years, varied winners emerged. Mumbai were as dominant while Delhi in 2007-08 and Uttar Pradesh in 2005-06 produced fine victorious campaigns. 2004-05 Season Railways created a first-ever and so far solitary Ranji Trophy, with the conquerors Punjab in a great final. 2003-04 to 1996-97 Season Image Source : X.com Once again it was predominantly Mumbai who carried all before them, winning season after season with a winning culture and depth of talent. Season until 1989-90 up to 1938-39 Earlier decades have seen success for various teams: -Bengal won it in 1989-90 against Delhi -Bombay won it in 1970-71 defeating Maharashtra -Madras won it in 1954-55 defeating Holkar -Bombay won it in 1941-42 against Mysore -Punjab could win it against Mumbai first time in 1938-39 Statistical Overview Image Source : PTI 1.Mumbai/Bombay: Multiple titles won across different eras 2.Karnataka: Significant success with back-to-back titles 3.Delhi: Won several titles 4.Railways, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh: All won one title; a significant achievement each 5.Vidarbha: Two successive titles in recent times Conclusion In conclusion, the history of the Ranji trophy has been a correlated evolution of Indian domestic cricket, with the traditional strongmen and their grip weakening, and new champions like Vidarbha and Madhya Pradesh, which have emerged to take their place. Quality cricket was always a guarantee in this tournament, giving many talents that would eventually go on to represent the country at the international level. Recent seasons have been witnessed to seem more balanced with teams from around the country competing for dominance. As the competition changes, it remains the foundation of domestic cricket within India and its importance in the identification and showing off of homegrown talent throughout the country.