Jammu & Kashmir Dominates Day 2 of Ranji Trophy Final, Ends with 527/6 Against Karnataka
Synopsis
In an impressive display, Jammu and Kashmir's Sahil Lotra led his team to a commanding position at 527/6 by stumps on Day 2 of the Ranji Trophy Final against Karnataka. The match saw notable performances as the tension rose amidst rain interruptions.
Key Takeaways
Sahil Lotra scored an unbeaten 57 for Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu and Kashmir reached 527/6 at stumps on Day 2.
Rain interruptions affected the match's final session.
Paras Dogra contributed significantly with a half-century.
Karnataka's Prasidh Krishna took 3 wickets in the innings.
Hubli, Feb 25 (NationPress) All-rounder Sahil Lotra showcased his skills by remaining not out on 57 as Jammu and Kashmir finished the day at 527/6 at stumps on Day 2 during the Ranji Trophy Final against the formidable Karnataka at the Hubli Cricket Ground on Wednesday.
Following the loss of two significant wickets in the second session, the Jammu and Kashmir squad approached the third session with caution. However, Sahil quickly shifted gears, striking three boundaries off Prasidh Krishna and Shreyas Gopal.
Sahil ensured that the pressure remained off the new batsman Abid Mushtaq, who was also rotating the strike effectively, as Sahil completed his fifty off 73 deliveries in the 150th over.
At the close of play, Sahil stood unbeaten on 57 with seven boundaries, while Abid remained not out at 20 off 31 balls. The day's play was interrupted first by poor lighting and then by rain, which ultimately led to the match being called off after only 11 overs were bowled in the final session, during which J&K managed to score 49 runs.
Earlier, supported by captain Paras Dogra's half-century, J&K reached 473/6 at Tea, despite a brief comeback by Karnataka, who claimed two wickets during that session.
J&K had a solid start to the post-lunch session, with Dogra and Wadhwan maintaining the positive momentum from the first session. Wadhwan achieved his fifty in the 122nd over, reaching the milestone in just 84 balls before departing after scoring 70 runs.
Meanwhile, Dogra continued to advance his team's score through effective strike rotation, completing his fifty off 150 balls. Karnataka finally made a breakthrough in the 143rd over when Shreyas Gopal bowled Dogra with a googly.
After a challenging Day 1, Karnataka made a strong start on Day 2 as centurion Shubham Pundir was caught at mid-wicket by Vidyadhar Patil.
Next, Abdul Samad, who appeared to be in good form, fell in the subsequent over as Prasidh Krishna claimed his third wicket. However, Captain Dogra and Wadhwan successfully led a resurgence as the team inched closer to a formidable first innings score in the final.
Brief Scores: Jammu & Kashmir 527/6 (Shubham Pundir 121, Yawer Hassan 88, Kanhaiya Wadhawan 70; Prasidh Krishna 3-90) against Karnataka at stumps on Day 2.
Point of View
Jammu and Kashmir's commanding performance in the Ranji Trophy Final against Karnataka signifies a potential shift in cricket dynamics within the region. Their ability to withstand pressure and build a substantial score showcases their growing strength in the domestic cricket arena.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored the highest runs for Jammu and Kashmir?
Shubham Pundir scored the highest runs for Jammu and Kashmir with a total of 121 runs.
What was the score of Jammu and Kashmir at stumps on Day 2?
Jammu and Kashmir finished at 527/6 at stumps on Day 2.
Who was the captain of Jammu and Kashmir during the Ranji Trophy Final?
Paras Dogra was the captain of Jammu and Kashmir during the Ranji Trophy Final.
What was the reason for the interruption in play?
The play was interrupted due to poor lighting and later rain, which led to the match being called off.
How many runs did Sahil Lotra score?
Sahil Lotra scored an unbeaten 57 runs.
