Ranji Trophy Final: Yawer Hassan and Shubham Pundir Shine as J&K Post 178/2 Against Karnataka
Synopsis
In an impressive display, Jammu and Kashmir's Yawer Hassan and Shubham Pundir's half-centuries have set the stage at the Ranji Trophy final, reaching 178/2 at tea on Day 1 against Karnataka. Can they lead their team to victory against the eight-time champions?
Key Takeaways
Jammu and Kashmir reached 178/2 at tea on Day 1.
Yawer Hassan scored 88 runs with 13 fours.
Shubham Pundir contributed 64 runs and remained unbeaten.
Karnataka's Prasidh Krishna took 2 wickets.
The duo's partnership was crucial for J&K's strong position.
Hubli, Feb 24 (NationPress) Thanks to stellar half-centuries from opener Yawer Hassan and Shubham Pundir, Jammu and Kashmir has reached 178/2 at tea on the first day of the Ranji Trophy final against the eight-time champions Karnataka at the Hubli Cricket Ground on Tuesday.
The pair resumed the post-lunch session by consistently rotating the strike to exert pressure on their opponents. They achieved a remarkable hundred-run partnership in the 39th over, with Yawer contributing 60 runs and Pundir adding 40 runs to their total.
Pundir reached his fifty with a four in the 45th over off Vidyadhar Patil. However, Karnataka finally broke through in the 51st over when Prasidh Krishna dismissed Yawer with a well-placed delivery, and KL Rahul took a spectacular catch in the slips to end their partnership.
Yawer fell short of a deserved century, finishing with 88 runs, including 13 boundaries.
After the departure of his partner, Pundir continued his impressive form, remaining unbeaten on 64 while sharing the crease with skipper Paras Dogra (9 not out) at the end of the second session. Jammu and Kashmir scored 74 runs in the post-lunch session, losing just one wicket in the process.
Earlier, Jammu and Kashmir had a strong start after choosing to bat first. Openers Qamran Iqbal and Yawer Hassan faced a challenging time against the new ball but managed to survive the first ten overs before Iqbal was dismissed by Prasidh Krishna for just six runs.
Karnataka's first breakthrough came after 45 minutes of play when Prasidh Krishna dismissed Qamran. The opener struggled with his footwork, frequently advancing against Vidhyadhar Patil during his initial spell. Just as he began to settle in, he misjudged an extra bounce from Prasidh, resulting in a straightforward catch to KL Rahul at second slip.
Following this wicket, Pundir and Yawer remained unbeaten in the first session, leaving Jammu and Kashmir comfortably placed at 104/1 at lunch.
Brief Scores: Jammu & Kashmir 178/2 (Yawer Hassan 88 and Shubham Pundir 64*; Prasidh Krishna 2-24) against Karnataka at Tea.
Point of View
With Yawer Hassan and Shubham Pundir leading the charge against a seasoned Karnataka team. Their ability to build partnerships and score runs under pressure reflects their potential to challenge the defending champions.
NationPress
10 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score of Jammu and Kashmir at tea on Day 1?
Jammu and Kashmir scored 178/2 at tea on Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy final.
Who were the top scorers for Jammu and Kashmir?
The top scorers for Jammu and Kashmir were Yawer Hassan with 88 runs and Shubham Pundir with 64 runs.
How many runs did Yawer Hassan score?
Yawer Hassan scored 88 runs before being dismissed.
Who took the wickets for Karnataka?
Prasidh Krishna took both wickets for Karnataka, finishing with figures of 2-24.
What was the partnership between Yawer and Pundir?
Yawer Hassan and Shubham Pundir had a significant partnership of over 100 runs.
