SRINAGAR, Jan 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of Jammu and Kashmir extended his congratulations to the senior men’s cricket team for their remarkable victory over the defending champions, Mumbai, by five wickets in a recent Ranji Trophy match.
This marks the second occasion that the J&K team has triumphed over the 42-time champions in their own territory. The pace bowlers Umar Nazir Mir, Auqib Nabi, and Yudhvir Singh collectively claimed 19 wickets from the Mumbai side, paving the way for an unhindered chase of the target score of 205. “What a fantastic accomplishment by the J&K Ranji Trophy team.
Defeating the defending champions, especially on their home ground, is a noteworthy feat. I convey my sincerest congratulations to the players, management, and support staff. We are all immensely proud of you,” stated the CM in a post on his official X handle.
