Ajinkya Rahane's blazing 98 off 56 balls propelled Mumbai to a resounding six-wicket victory over Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy semifinal. Rahane's explosive innings, featuring 11 fours and 5 sixes helped Mumbai chase down Baroda's modest 159-run target in just 17.2 overs.
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