
The 2025-26 Ranji Trophy final features eight-time champions Karnataka facing first-time finalists Jammu and Kashmir at the KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground from February 24-28. Karnataka enter as favourites, backed by consistent performances and a strong batting lineup including KL Rahul, Devdutt Padikkal, Karun Nair, and Ravichandran Smaran. Jammu and Kashmir have impressed with resilience and a potent bowling attack led by Auqib Nabi, overcoming infrastructure challenges to reach this historic milestone. Both teams aim to claim the prestigious domestic title in a highly anticipated contest.
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