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Jammu and Kashmir storm into maiden Ranji Trophy final

Jammu and Kashmir storm into maiden Ranji Trophy final
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Srinagar, Feb 18: Jammu and Kashmir scripted the biggest moment in their cricketing history by qualifying for the Ranji Trophy final for the first time, defeating Bengal by six wickets in a sensational semi-final victory at the Bengal Cricket Academy Ground on Wednesday.

The historic win was powered by a fiery pace bowling display from Auqib Nabi and Sunil Kumar, who dismantled Bengal’s batting in the second innings to set up the famous win.

Resuming the decisive Day 4 with victory in sight, Jammu and Kashmir comfortably chased down the target of 126 runs, overcoming early setbacks to seal their place in the final and trigger jubilant celebrations in the camp. (KNO)