SRINAGAR: Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather and members of the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday congratulated the Jammu Kashmir cricket team for reaching the final of the Ranji Trophy 2026 for the first time after defeating the West Bengal cricket team in the semi-final.

Rather praised the players, coaching staff and support team for their dedication and discipline throughout the tournament, describing the achievement as a landmark moment for cricket in Jammu and Kashmir.
He said the victory has filled the region with pride and inspired aspiring cricketers to pursue excellence in sport. The Speaker expressed confidence that the team would sustain its momentum in the final and extended his best wishes for the title clash, stating that the players have already secured a place in the region’s sporting history.















