Jammu and Kashmir created history by winning its first-ever Ranji Trophy title, defeating Karnataka in the final at the KSCA Rajnagar Stadium. The team dominated the match from the opening day and completed a comprehensive victory after building a huge first-innings lead and then batting Karnataka out of contention in the second innings. The triumph marks a major milestone in the state’s cricket journey and adds a new name to the list of Ranji champions.
Historic First Title
Jammu and Kashmir became the latest team to lift the Ranji Trophy, India’s premier domestic first-class cricket competition. The win ended years of near misses and established the side among the most successful recent challengers in domestic cricket.
Match Dominance
- Jammu and Kashmir scored 584 in the first innings.
- Karnataka replied with 293, conceding a large deficit.
- In the second innings, Jammu and Kashmir batted for 56 overs and added 156 runs without losing a wicket.
- The final declaration left Karnataka with no realistic chance of a comeback.
Key Performances
Qamran Iqbal and Sahil Lotra anchored the second innings with unbeaten centuries. Qamran scored 160 not out, while Sahil made 101 not out. Both were injury replacements and delivered decisive performances in the final. Their partnership underlined the depth and resilience of the squad.
Significance For Indian Cricket
The victory reflects the growing competitiveness of domestic cricket across regions. Jammu and Kashmir joined the list of recent Ranji winners alongside Vidarbha, Saurashtra, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. The result also brought into light the rise of talent from outside traditional cricket power centres and strengthened the case for more balanced development in Indian cricket.
Last Modified: April 28, 2026