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J&K Cricket: Ranji Champs Learn from Irani Cup Loss
5 Oct
Summary
- Jammu & Kashmir lost the Irani Cup by 167 runs to Rest of India.
- J&K lacked star pacer Auqib Nabi for the match.
- Team will focus on minimizing minor errors like no-balls.
Jammu & Kashmir concluded their Irani Cup campaign with a 167-run loss against a Rest of India side that boasted six to seven international players. Reigning Ranji Trophy champions, J&K are treating the defeat as a learning experience ahead of their title defense, which begins on October 11 against Madhya Pradesh.
Captain Paras Dogra noted the team's strong performance against a highly experienced opposition. He identified a need to minimize minor errors, citing Umar Nazir's 22 no-balls across two innings as an area requiring attention. Dogra emphasized that such small mistakes can be critical against strong teams.
The squad also contended with the absence of key fast bowler Auqib Nabi, who was with the Indian ODI squad. However, other fast bowlers demonstrated their potential. Dogra expressed confidence in the team's overall strength and ability to adapt their bowling attack when necessary.
