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J&K Cricket Team Nears Historic Ranji Trophy Win, Earns Minister's Praise

Union Minister Jitendra Singh has publicly praised the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for their outstanding performance in the Ranji Trophy final, highlighting their grit and determination. He also commended Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association officials for fostering transparency in team selection, which he linked to the team's success. In the title decider against Karnataka, J&K secured a massive first-innings lead of 291 runs and ended day four with an overall lead of 477 runs. The Paras Dogra-led side is now on the cusp of winning its maiden Ranji Trophy title on the final day of the match.

Key Points: J&K's Ranji Trophy Final Charge Hailed by Union Minister

  • J&K on verge of first Ranji Trophy title
  • Minister praises team's spirit and resilience
  • JKCA officials credited for transparent selection
  • Team holds massive 477-run lead in final
  • Final day against Karnataka will decide champion
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Union Minister Jitendra Singh hails Jammu and Kashmir for Ranji Trophy performance

Union Minister Jitendra Singh lauds J&K cricket team's grit in Ranji Trophy final. The team needs 477-run lead on final day for historic title.

"Your grit, discipline and determination on the field have made the entire region proud. - Jitendra Singh"

New Delhi, February 27

Union Minister Jitendra Singh has lauded the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for their impressive showing in the ongoing Ranji Trophy, highlighting the players' grit, discipline, and determination on the field.

In a post on X, the Union Minister wrote, "Best wishes to the spirited team of Jammu and Kashmir for their outstanding performance in the ongoing Ranji Trophy. Your grit, discipline and determination on the field have made the entire region proud. The way you have showcased talent and resilience at the national stage is truly inspiring."

Singh also acknowledged the role of the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) officials in fostering transparency and fairness in team selection. He added, "Equally deserving of appreciation are JKCA's Brig Anil Gupta and Sh Mithun Manhas, who have painstakingly sought to introduce a culture of fair, transparent team selection in J&K... and the results are there for everybody to see."

Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir are on the cusp of glory after ending the day 4 of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 title decider match with a big lead of 477 runs at Hubballi.

Karnataka started with their overnight score of 220/5 against Jammu and Kashmir's 584 in the first innings. Mayank Agarwal added 30 runs in his overnight score of 130 runs and kept his team in the game, but Sahil Lotra dismissed Kruthik Krishna at the score of 36 runs, breaking a 79-run partnership.

Vidhyadhar Patil spent some time on the crease but lost his wicket to Sunil Kumar in the 84th over.

Vijaykumar Vyshak added 22 runs with Agarwal, but the man of the moment, Auquib Nabi Dar, found Agarwal in front of the wickets to get the most important wicket of the match. Mayank made 160 runs off 266 balls with the help of 21 fours.

Nabi Dar got rid of Shikhar Shetty (0) and Yudhvir Singh Charak got the final wicket of Prasidh Krishna (4) to bundle them out for 293 runs in 93.3 overs. Jammu and Kashmir took a big lead of 291 runs, which may play a big role in the match.

J-K started their second innings with Yawer Hassan and Qamran Iqbal. Krishna dismissed Hassan (1), and Vyshak dismissed the centurion in the first innings, Shubham Pundir (4) early.

Captain Paras Dogra lost his wicket on a beautiful delivery from Krishna after making 16 runs.

Abdul Samad (32 off 70 balls) added 73 runs for the fourth wicket with Iqbal before losing his wicket to Shreyas Gopal.

Sahil Lotra (16 not out off 41 balls) and Iqbal (94 not out off 160 balls) were unbeaten at the time of stumps on Day 4 as Jammu and Kashmir strengthened their lead to 477 runs.

They need to bat well on the fifth and final day of the match, and the Paras Dogra-led side can win their first-ever Ranji Trophy title on Saturday.

- ANI

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Priya S
Heartwarming to see such positive news from Jammu & Kashmir. Sports truly has the power to unite and inspire. Qamran Iqbal's 94* was brilliant! Hope they hold their nerve and lift the trophy tomorrow.
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Rohit P
While the appreciation is good, I wish ministers would also talk about providing better infrastructure and funding for cricket in the region consistently, not just when the team performs well. The talent has always been there, it needs sustained support.
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Michael C
As a cricket fan from abroad, it's great to see new teams challenging the traditional powerhouses like Karnataka. A J&K win would be great for the competition. That first innings lead of 291 is massive!
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Shreya B
Kudos to the JKCA officials mentioned for bringing transparency. Fair selection is the first step to building a strong team. The results are proof! Jai Hind!
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Vikram M
What a performance! Beating Karnataka, a cricketing giant, is no small feat. Auquib Nabi getting Mayank Agarwal's wicket was the turning point. Can't wait for Day 5. Come on, J&K! Bring the cup home.

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