CM Omar Abdullah Hails Historic J&K Ranji Trophy Win; Commends Paras Dogra and Auqib Nabi

SRINAGAR, Feb 18, 2026 — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended his warmest congratulations to the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team following their monumental semi-final victory and historic qualification for their maiden Ranji Trophy final.

Characterizing the win as a landmark achievement, the Chief Minister noted that the team’s success is a direct reflection of their unwavering determination, discipline, and the rapidly evolving sporting culture within the Union Territory.

In a special tribute to individual brilliance, the CM lauded team captain Paras Dogra for his legendary milestone of surpassing 10,000 runs in the Ranji Trophy—becoming only the second player in the history of Indian domestic cricket to do so.

The Chief Minister also singled out star pacer Auqib Nabi for his devastating performance on the field, particularly his match-winning 9-wicket haul in the semi-final. With this feat, Nabi has elevated his season tally to an incredible 55 wickets across just 16 innings, cementing his status as one of the most formidable bowlers in the national circuit.

Concluding his message, Chief Minister Abdullah conveyed his best wishes to the entire squad and coaching staff, expressing his hope that the “Chinar Warriors” would maintain their momentum to clinch the title in the upcoming final.