Ranji Trophy is India’s premier domestic First-Class (FC) cricket competition. Established in 1934, Tournament is renowned for its demanding nature and has produced numerous world-class players for Indian national team.
Mumbai Cricket Team holds record for the most successful side in competition, having won trophy 42 times. A key characteristic of Ranji Trophy is varied playing conditions players encounter. Traditionally known for spin-friendly pitches, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has now shifted its focus towards green wickets to improve quality of fast bowling in the country.
5. Dodda Ganesh (1998-99) & Kanwaljit Singh (1999-00) – 62 Wickets
Karnataka’s Dodda Ganesh and Hyderabad’s Kanwaljit Singh are tied for fifth position with 62 wickets. Ganesh reached this mark during the 1998-99 season, while Kanwaljit achieved it in the 1999-00 season.
Ganesh took 62 wickets in 11 matches at an average of 26, playing a key role in his team’s victory over Madhya Pradesh in final.
Kanwaljit, on other hand, played 12 matches to take 62 wickets. His performance helped Hyderabad reach final, although they were defeated by Mumbai by 297 runs. Dodda Ganesh played four Tests for India, whereas Kanwaljit unfortunately never had opportunity to represent India in international cricket.
4. Bishan Singh Bedi (1974-75) – 64 Wickets
Late Bishan Singh Bedi occupies fourth spot with his remarkable 1974-75 Ranji Trophy season, in which he claimed 64 wickets at an average of just 8.53 for Delhi.
Renowned for his art of deceiving batsmen with flight, Bedi’s brilliance led Delhi to semi-finals, where they were defeated by Karnataka.
Bedi took 266 wickets in 67 Tests for India at an average of 28.60.
3. Jaydev Unadkat (2019-20) – 67 Wickets
Left-arm pacer Jaydev Unadkat had a standout season for Saurashtra in 2019-20 Ranji Trophy, guiding them to title with a win over West Bengal.
Unadkat took 67 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 13.24, including seven five-wicket hauls.
He has represented India in four Tests, eight ODIs, and 10 T20Is.
2. Ashutosh Aman (2018-19) – 68 Wickets
Bihar’s Ashutosh Aman had an unforgettable Ranji Trophy season in 2018-19. Left-arm spinner claimed 68 wickets in seven matches at an incredible average of 6.48.
Despite his brilliant performances, which included nine five-wicket hauls and three four-wicket hauls, Bihar did not progress to the knockout stages of tournament.
Aman never got opportunity to represent India in international cricket.
1. Harsh Dubey (2024-25) – 69 Wickets
Vidarbha’s left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey holds record for the most wickets in a single edition of the Ranji Trophy.
He achieved this feat during 2024-25 season, taking 69 wickets in 10 matches. Dubey was instrumental in Vidarbha’s semi-final match against Mumbai, where he claimed a five-wicket haul in second innings, securing their place in final.