Jammu & Kashmir registered their name in domestic cricket history on February 28, clinching their maiden Ranji Trophy title after dominating Karnataka in the 2025-26 final at Hubli. It was a triumph built on complete dominance across five days, as J&K secured the championship based on a massive first-innings lead.
After opting to bat, J&K hammered 584 in their first innings. Centuries from Shubham Pundir (121) and contributions from the middle order helped them reach a notable score. In reply, Karnataka were bowled out for 293 despite a 160 from Mayank Agarwal. The architect of J&K’s dominance with the ball was Auqib Nabi, who claimed a five-wicket haul and finished the season with a record 60 wickets.
Armed with a 291-run lead, J&K ensured there was no way back for Karnataka. In the second innings, Qamran Iqbal (160*) and Sahil Lotra (101*) batted Karnataka out of the contest, extending the lead beyond 600 and draining any remaining hope. By the time the captains shook hands on Day 5, the result was a mere formality as J&K were crowned champions of the 91st Ranji Trophy.
Led by veteran Paras Dogra, who finally lifted his maiden title after a long domestic career, Jammu & Kashmir’s campaign to the trophy included memorable wins over Mumbai, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, and Bengal. As celebrations erupted, the cricket fraternity poured in congratulatory messages, hailing J&K’s historic achievement.
Here’s a look at how the cricket fraternity reacted to J&K’s maiden Ranji Trophy title win:
My heart is full. Many congratulations Jammu Kashmir cricket for winning the first Ranji trophy. Many more trophies to come. pic.twitter.com/kfsoBGOVfS
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) February 28, 2026
Heartiest congratulations to the entire Jammu & Kashmir cricket team on winning the Ranji Trophy! 🏆 What a historic and well-deserved achievement! You have shown that talent knows no boundaries. This is just the beginning the future is bright with fighters like you. Well done… pic.twitter.com/Uoah83wetU
— Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) February 28, 2026
The Kashmir willows have been a part of many champions’ kits. To see Jammu & Kashmir’s journey from being an enabler of champions, to becoming champions themselves, is beautiful.
The season was built on consistency, resilience, and season-long excellence. Auqib Nabi’s impact…
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 28, 2026
Historic moment for Jammu & Kashmir cricket! Winning their maiden Ranji Trophy is truly inspiring and a proud achievement for the entire region. Congratulations to every player and member of the support staff for their outstanding contribution. I still remember the hard work…
— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) February 28, 2026
Huge congratulations to Jammu & Kashmir on winning their maiden Ranji Trophy title. A special moment for the team, the state, and everyone who believed in the journey.
— Ajinkya Rahane (@ajinkyarahane88) February 28, 2026
Outstanding 💥💥Well done lads https://t.co/uyXLQAUbl1
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) February 28, 2026
Will to win, that’s what matter. What a day for Jammu & Kashmir
Well done , Simply outstanding winning Ranji Trophy isn’t easy at all. They have played terrific cricket throughout the season and played like a unit. Many congratulation and many more trophies to come. great to see…— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) February 28, 2026
Unbelievable! History has been written today! Huge congratulations to the Jammu & Kashmir team for clinching their maiden #RanjiTrophy title after 67 long years!🏆 Dominating Karnataka with pure grit, heart and unbreakable spirit. Proud beyond words of #AuqibNabi’s fire,…
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) February 28, 2026
Historic day for Jammu & Kashmir cricket. Having led UP to its first Ranji Trophy title, I know what this moment means to the players and the state. More players from J&K will now believe that they too can do it. #RanjiTrophyFinal
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) February 28, 2026
Thank you Shikhar !! https://t.co/wWQOR4WkvE
— MithunManhas5 (@MithunManhas) February 28, 2026
Thank you Jay bhai for all the support and believing in us @JayShah ji https://t.co/xvV5QLovQQ
— MithunManhas5 (@MithunManhas) February 28, 2026
Absolutely delighted for J&K winning their maiden Ranji title. It is a testimony to the high-standards of our domestic cricket, spreading far & wide across the country!
Also, even more delighted for Auqib Nabi, for being the wrecker-in-chief throughout the season. Much easier… pic.twitter.com/c7sa8uqLm0
— Jaydev Unadkat (@JUnadkat) February 28, 2026
Many congratulations to J&k cricket to create a history by winning the first ever Ranji Trophy. I never had even shadow of a doubt that you guys will achieve this and many more trophies.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) February 28, 2026
Jammu & Kashmir, you beauty.
The story for the ages.
So so happy for what our boys have achieved.
Indian cricket is in a safe and happy place 😍😇— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) February 28, 2026
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