Ajinkya Rahane's recent performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy have helped him make a statement before the next IPL season with the Kolkata Knight Riders.

Ajinkya Rahane's magnificent 84 and Suryansh Shedge's explosive 36 propelled Mumbai to a thrilling six-wicket victory over Vidarbha in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy quarterfinals. Chasing 222, Rahane's classy innings and Shedge's late blitz overshadowed Prithvi Shaw's quickfire 49 and Shivam Dube's crucial 37.

While the batters of Team India on the Australia tour are struggling to play big innings, on the other hand, Ajinkya Rahane, who was once called the troubleshooter of Team India's Test team, is creating a stir in domestic cricket.

Mumbai's powerful batting secures victory over Vidarbha in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy quarterfinal, setting up semifinal clash with Baroda.