Cash windfall for Jammu & Kashmir cricketers after historic Ranji Trophy win; here's how much money J&K players will get

Jammu and Kashmir etched their name into history books as they defeated Karnataka in the final to lift their maiden Ranji Trophy in 67 years on Saturday Hubbali. Having defeated the likes of former champions Delhi and Bengal en route to the summit clash, the momentum was with Jammu and Kashmir, who gave it all to lift their maiden silverware domestically.

Having secured a massive 291-run lead on Friday, Jammu and Kashmir tightened their grip on the contest on the fifth and final day with another commanding batting display. Resuming their second innings at 186/4 , Qamran Iqbal, who was unbeaten on 94 overnight, and Sahil Lotra, who was on 16, completed well-crafted hundreds to take the overall lead to 633 runs.

Iqbal and Lotra were batting on 160 and 101 respectively, with Jammu & Kashmir at 342/4, when the the two captains agreed to shake hands. Earlier, replying to J&K's imposing first-innings total of 584, Karnataka were bowled out for 293 in 93.3 overs, with pacer Auqib Nabi claiming 5/54.

In addition to this, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced a cash reward of ₹2 crore for the entire team. Abdullah was present at Hubbali to witness the historic moment.

“Congratulating Team J&K on their historic triumph in the Ranji Trophy, the Chief Minister announced a cash reward of ₹2 crore for the players and support staff after their emphatic victory over Karnataka on their home turf,” the office of Omar Abdullah wrote on X.

“Calling it a watershed moment for Jammu & Kashmir cricket, he said the landmark win has filled the entire region with pride and inspiration. The players will also be entitled to government appointments under the recently notified rules for outstanding sportspersons,” the statement added.