Published: 1 March 2026ESPNcricinfoSports
Jammu & Kashmir Win Maiden Ranji Trophy Title, Defeating Karnataka
Jammu & Kashmir won their first-ever Ranji Trophy title in the 2025-26 season, defeating eight-time champions Karnataka by virtue of a 291-run first-innings lead at the KSCA Rajnagar Stadium in Hubballi on February 28, 2026. It was the first time in 67 years of participation that J&K reached the final.
Qamran Iqbal scored 160 not out and Sahil Lotra made 101 not out in the second innings. Fast bowler Auqib Nabi was the hero of J&K's campaign, clinching 60 wickets in the tournament including a five-wicket haul in the first innings of the final. The historic victory was celebrated across Jammu and Srinagar.
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Frequently asked questions
When did Jammu & Kashmir win their first-ever Ranji Trophy title and who did they defeat?
**Jammu & Kashmir** won their maiden Ranji Trophy title in the **2025-26 season**, defeating **Karnataka** (eight-time champions) by a **291-run first-innings lead** at the KSCA Rajnagar Stadium in **Hubballi** on **February 28, 2026** — their first final appearance in 67 years.
Who were the top performers for Jammu & Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final?
Key performers for J&K in the Ranji Trophy final: **Qamran Iqbal** scored **160 not out** and **Sahil Lotra** made **101 not out** in the second innings. Fast bowler **Auqib Nabi** was the standout with **60 wickets** in the tournament, including a **five-wicket haul** in the first innings of the final.
How many Ranji Trophy titles has Karnataka won and how did J&K defeat them in 2026?
**Karnataka** is an **eight-time Ranji Trophy champion**, making J&K's defeat of them even more historic. J&K won by virtue of a **291-run first-innings lead**, with **Auqib Nabi** taking **5 wickets** in the first innings and batters **Qamran Iqbal (160*)** and **Sahil Lotra (101*)** sealing the match in the second innings.
What is Auqib Nabi's achievement in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season for Jammu & Kashmir?
Fast bowler **Auqib Nabi** from J&K claimed **60 wickets** in the entire Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season — a remarkable haul. He also took a **five-wicket haul** in the first innings of the final against Karnataka at Hubballi, playing a decisive role in J&K's historic maiden title win.
Where was the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final held between Jammu & Kashmir and Karnataka?
The **Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final** was played at **KSCA Rajnagar Stadium in Hubballi** (Karnataka) on **February 28, 2026**. Despite playing in Karnataka's home state, **J&K** beat the hosts by a **291-run first-innings lead** to win their maiden Ranji Trophy.
