Jammu and Kashmir win maiden Ranji Trophy title
Jammu and Kashmir won their first-ever Ranji Trophy title on 28 February 2026 at the KSCA Stadium, Hubballi, Karnataka, on first-innings lead after the final against Karnataka was drawn.
Summary
Jammu and Kashmir won their first-ever Ranji Trophy title on 28 February 2026 at the KSCA Stadium, Hubballi, Karnataka, taking the crown on first-innings lead after the five-day final against eight-time champions Karnataka ended in a draw. J&K made 584 in the first innings and bowled Karnataka out for 293, with Auqib Nabi taking 5 for 54. In the second innings Qamran Iqbal (160 not out) and Sahil Lotra (101) added an unbeaten 197 as J&K declared at 342 for 4. The team was led by 41-year-old Paras Dogra. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the team on a historic triumph.
Key facts
- Date and place
- 28 February 2026, KSCA Stadium, Hubballi
- Result
- Final drawn; J&K won on first-innings lead
- Opponent
- Karnataka (eight-time champions)
- Scores
- J&K 584 & 342/4 d; Karnataka 293
- Key players
- Qamran Iqbal 160*, Sahil Lotra 101, Auqib Nabi 5/54
- Captain
- Paras Dogra
Practice MCQs 3 questions
Which team won its first-ever Ranji Trophy title on 28 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir won their maiden Ranji Trophy title, beating Karnataka on first-innings lead.
Who captained Jammu and Kashmir to their first Ranji Trophy title in 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Paras Dogra
41-year-old Paras Dogra captained J&K.
Where was the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu and Kashmir played?
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Correct answer: B — KSCA Stadium, Hubballi
The final was played at the KSCA Stadium in Hubballi, Karnataka, from 24 to 28 February 2026.