On the last day of the final match, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited Hubli to cheer on the Jammu and Kashmir team, who had taken a substantial lead in the first innings and were almost certain to win their first trophy. The chief minister also announced that members of the title-winning team would be eligible for government appointments under the recently announced policy for exceptional athletes.

Jammu and Kashmir dominated the entire match

In the final at home against eight-time champions Karnataka, Jammu and Kashmir took control of the match with a commanding first innings lead of 291 runs. The team scored 342/4 in the second innings, taking their total lead to 633 runs and clinching the title on the fifth and final day. Opener Kamran Iqbal led the team with a superb unbeaten innings of 160, the second century of his first-class career.

Sahil Lotra scored an unbeaten 101 to take the team to a strong position. Aqib Nabi once again played a decisive role in the bowling department. The fast bowler picked up his seventh five-wicket haul of the season, capping his blistering performance throughout the season. As well as proving consistency. It is noteworthy that Jammu and Kashmir made their debut in this prestigious Indian domestic competition 67 years ago. Despite reaching the quarter-finals several times, the final was never played Finally their long wait and hard work won this Ranji Trophy