Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday announced his travel to Hubballi, Karnataka, on Friday to watch the Ranji Trophy final between Jammu and Kashmir and Karnataka. Upbeat over the performance of the team and its accomplishment in making it to finals, the gesture is seen as his encouragement to the sporting event as also to cheer the team while they play finals.
Sharing a photograph from a flight, the Chief Minister expressed pride in the team’s performance, stating that by reaching the final they have already made lakhs of people proud across Jammu and Kashmir.He said he was looking forward to spending the day in the stands supporting the team in what is being described as a historic moment for J&K cricket.
The Jammu and Kashmir side’s entry into the Ranji Trophy final has generated widespread enthusiasm across the Union Territory, with supporters hailing the achievement as a landmark in the region’s sporting history.The Chief minister is expected to reach Hubballi later in the day and attend the summit clash from the stands. He is accompanied by senior leaders of the ruling National Conference during the visit, including Chief Advisor Nasir Sogami.
Jammu and Kashmir have entered the final of the Ranji Trophy 2025–26 for the first time, drawing nationwide attention. The team’s remarkable run to the title clash has been described as one of the most significant moments in the region’s cricketing history.
Officials said the chief minister’s presence is aimed at boosting the morale of the players as they face a strong Karnataka cricket team in the final being held in Hubballi.Jammu and Kashmir’s journey to the summit encounter has been marked by consistent performances, with the side overcoming established teams to secure a historic berth in the final.The development has generated widespread excitement among cricket followers in the Union Territory, with many hoping the team will finish its campaign with a title win.
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