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Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Champions: A Historic Ranji Trophy Victory
For decades, cricket in Jammu and Kashmir was mostly about hope and struggle. The team participated in the prestigious Ranji Trophy for many years but rarely reached the later stages of the tournament. In March 2026, however, history was finally written when the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team won their first-ever Ranji Trophy title, defeating the strong Karnataka cricket team in the final.
The victory ended a 67-year wait and became one of the biggest moments in the sporting history of the region. For the players and fans, it was not just a cricket win—it was a moment of pride and belief.
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Jammu and Kashmir played their first Ranji Trophy match in 1960. For many years the team struggled to compete with stronger sides from other states. Their first victory in the tournament came only in 1982, after playing 99 matches. Even after that, wins were rare and the team often finished early in the competition.
Until 2026, J&K had played more than 340 matches but won only around 47, which shows how difficult their journey has been. Many cricket experts considered them an underdog team that could challenge occasionally but was unlikely to win the title.However, in the last decade things slowly started to change. Better coaching, young talent and improved support from the Board of Control for Cricket in India helped the team become more competitive.
The 2025–26 Ranji Trophy season turned out to be special for Jammu and Kashmir. The........