Breaking barriers, Jammu and Kashmir’s cricket outfit seized the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 in an epic final showdown against Karnataka in Hubli. Their first title etch a new chapter, celebrated wildly across the UT with official accolades pouring in.
Toss to bat first yielded 584, a testament to Pundir (121), Khan (88), Lotra (72), Wadhavan (70), and Dogra (70). Karnataka’s reply of 293 gifted a 291-run edge. J&K’s 342/4 declared triggered the draw, awarding them the crown.
CM Omar Abdullah, stadium spectator, unveiled ₹2 crore prizes and job quotas, calling it a pride-filled milestone. His X video captured the team’s raw joy. LG Manoj Sinha gushed online: ‘Emotions overflow seeing J&K conquer Ranji. You’ve immortalized history.’
Conquering Karnataka at home was no mean task, yet J&K’s season of audacious cricket made it reality. This isn’t mere victory—it’s a renaissance for UT sports, channeling talent and spirit.
As confetti settles, the focus shifts to nurturing this momentum. J&K’s Ranji heroes pave the way for future stars, blending athletic prowess with unyielding resolve.