‘They’ve Done It!’ – CM Omar Abdullah Leads Celebrations as Social Media Hails J&K’s Historic Maiden Ranji Trophy Triumph

Jammu and Kashmir won their first Ranji Trophy and created history by becoming the 18th team to win the premier first-class tournament. Led by Paras Dogra, they drew the final clash against Karnataka; however, the 291-run lead after the first innings ensured that they were the winning side. 

J&K Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, made the trip to Hubballi and led the celebrations on social media, cheering for his state team from the stands. The cricketing world expressed its joy by taking to social media platforms. Former cricketers, fans, and people involved in the sport in different capacities talked about the historic achievement by the J&K team.

CM Omar Abdullah cheers J&K from the stands

J&K Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, who made a trip to Hubballi specially for the Ranji Trophy final too shared a video from the stands. Abdullah, upon his arrival, also talked about how he believes that one or two players would definitely play for India someday. Abdullah said, “I think it is time our players are invited or asked to play for the country. One or two of them definitely deserve to wear the Indian colours.”

Cricketing world reacts to J&K’s famous win

Earlier in the day, former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin talked about how, over the last decade, new teams have won the tournament, including Jammu and Kashmir. 

Harsha Bhogle, commonly referred to as the voice of cricket, talked about how winning against Karnataka made the achievement even more special. 

IPL franchises also reacted to the historic moment.

Famous sports journalist Vikrant Gupta expressed how J&K winning the final was a great underdog story.

Former Gujarat cricketer, Priyank Panchal, called for the need of having trophy tour for the Ranji Trophy as well.

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