2011–12 Ranji Trophy

The 2011–12 Ranji Trophy was the 78th season of India’s premier first-class cricket championship, organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). It commenced on November 2, 2011, and concluded with the final match on January 13, 2012. The tournament featured 27 participating teams, divided into four groups, followed by knockout stages leading to the final. This season witnessed a keen competition among traditional cricketing rivals, with the final held at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where Karnataka emerged as the champions, defeating Tamil Nadu in a tightly contested match. This victory marked Karnataka's eighth title, further solidifying their status as one of the tournament's most successful teams.