Jammu and Kashmir Lead Karnataka in 2025-26 Ranji Trophy Final for Historic Win

The 2025-26 Ranji Trophy final features first-time finalists Jammu and Kashmir (J K) facing eight-time champions Karnataka in Hubballi. J K posted a historic first-innings total of 584, including a century by Shubham Pundir, and secured a 291-run lead after bowling out Karnataka for 293. With a 477-run lead and six wickets remaining on Day 5, J K is favored to win, potentially becoming the 18th team to claim the prestigious domestic cricket title in India.