Jammu and Kashmir Take Lead in Ranji Final as Karnataka Struggle Against Nabi's Bowling

In the Ranji Trophy final, Jammu and Kashmir secured a commanding first-innings lead of 291 runs, largely due to Auqib Nabi's exceptional bowling performance, including a five-wicket haul. Karnataka captain Mayank Agarwal scored a century but acknowledged the team's challenging position. Karnataka skipper Devdutt Padikkal praised Nabi's season-long consistency and expressed pride in his team's journey despite the loss, highlighting the final's pressures and Jammu and Kashmir's deserved victory.