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J&K's Auqib Nabi Earns BCCI Praise After Historic Ranji Trophy Triumph

The Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia celebrated Jammu and Kashmir's historic maiden Ranji Trophy title as a major milestone for Indian cricket. He specifically praised speedster Auqib Nabi, whose 60-wicket season was pivotal to the team's success. Nabi's consistent performances, including multiple five-wicket hauls in the knockout stages, have put him firmly in the national selectors' radar. Following this stellar season, Nabi is set to feature for the Delhi Capitals in the upcoming Indian Premier League.

Key Points: BCCI Lauds Auqib Nabi's 60-Wicket Ranji Season

  • J&K wins first Ranji Trophy in 67 years
  • Auqib Nabi finishes season as highest wicket-taker with 60 scalps
  • BCCI hails milestone for Indian cricket
  • Nabi to play for Delhi Capitals in upcoming IPL
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Selectors will definitely take note of his performance, says BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia on J&K's speedster Auqib Nabi

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia says selectors will note Auqib Nabi's performance after J&K's maiden Ranji Trophy win. Nabi took 60 wickets this season.

"Definitely the selectors were also present, and they will definitely take note of his performance. - Devajit Saikia"

By Karunesh Kumar, Hubballi, February 28

The Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia heaped praises on the Jammu and Kashmir team after their historic Ranji Trophy triumph, saying it is a big milestone for J&K cricket, and it is a bigger milestone for Indian cricket.

He also lauded J&K's speedster Auqib Nabi, who finished the Ranji Trophy season with 60 wickets under his belt, including seven 5-wicket hauls throughout the season and highlighted his consistent performance, saying the Indian selectors will definitely take note of his performance.

Paras Dogra-led Jammu and Kashmir scripted a fairytale ending to their 67-year wait, defeating the powerhouse Karnataka.

Playing their first-ever Ranji final, Jammu and Kashmir were crowned champions by virtue of their massive 291-run first-innings lead, a gap that proved insurmountable for the eight-time champions, Karnataka, led by Devdutt Padikkal.

"This is a big moment for Indian cricket. J&K has won its maiden Ranji Trophy. And it is a big milestone for J&K cricket, and it is a bigger milestone for Indian cricket. Because BCCI have now been able to take cricket to every nook and corner of the country, which is the ultimate objective of BCCI, to develop and get cricket to everybody so that they are involved with the mainstream game of our country, which is cricket," Devajit Saikia told ANI.

"J&K has been in the limelight for the last 2-3 years. If you look at their graph, a lot of players are in the zone of consideration in the IPL as well as in the Indian team also so definitely, the player you are talking about, Aqib Nabi he has performed really well in the semi-final, final and as well as in the quarter final. In all three matches, he took five wickets. So, definitely the selectors were also present, and they will definitely take note of his performance. I am sure a lot of other talents are also there in the J&K team," Saikia added.

Nabi has been instrumental in Jammu and Kashmir's impressive run this Ranji Trophy season, delivering impactful spells regardless of pitch conditions, whether seam-friendly surfaces or flat batting tracks.

He finished the 2025/26 Ranji season as the highest wicket-taker of the season, with 60 scalps under his belt in 10 matches at an average of 12.56.

Nabi, following this Ranji season, will play for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League, after he was acquired in the auction in December last year for Rs 8.40 crore.

- ANI

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Priya S
Finally, talent from every corner is getting recognition. BCCI's efforts to spread the game are showing results. Nabi's consistency across different pitches is what we need in Team India. Hope he gets a fair shot and isn't lost in the IPL glamour.
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Rohit P
Beating Karnataka in the final is huge! They are the Ranji giants. Nabi was phenomenal, but let's not put too much pressure on him immediately. Let him develop in the IPL with Delhi first. We've seen many talents fade after early hype.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living here, this story is incredible. It shows sports can truly unite. Nabi's average of 12.56 is world-class in any first-class competition. The selectors would be foolish to ignore him. Well done, J&K!
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Vikram M
Respectfully, while the win is fantastic, the BCCI secretary's statement feels like a standard PR response. "Selectors will take note" – they should have already noted! He's the highest wicket-taker. Action speaks louder than words. Pick him for the A-team tour at least.
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Kavya N
This makes me so emotional! 🏏 For 67 years they waited. And to win against Karnataka! Auqib Nabi is a star. I hope young kids in Jammu and Kashmir are inspired to pick up a bat or ball. This is the power of sport. #GritAndGlory

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