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Jammu and Kashmir players hit JACKPOT after winning Ranji Trophy, CM Omar Abdullah has announced...

Jammu and Kashmir players hit JACKPOT after winning Ranji Trophy, let's take a look at this photo collection to find out about the huge jackpot

By Sruti Thakur | Updated: February 28, 2026 1:34 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir etched their name in the history books

Jammu and Kashmir etched their name in the history book as they ended their 67-year wait for maiden Ranji Trophy Title.

Jammu and Kashmir was declared champions because of a massive first-innings lead

After their final against Karnataka ended in a draw on Saturday. Jammu and Kashmir declared was champions because of a massive first-innings lead, which proved decisive in the summit clash.

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Jammu and Kashmir to receive massive prize money from BCCI

The BCCI revised the prize money for domestic tournaments in April 2023. Under the updated structure, Jammu and Kashmir - the winner team will receive Rs 5 crore, while Karnataka - the runner-up team will get Rs 3 Crore

Teams that exit at the semi-final stage will earn Rs 1,00,00,000 crore each.

Teams that exit at the semi-final stage will earn Rs 1,00,00,000 crore each.

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Jammu and Kashmir to receive cash reward from Chief Minister Omar Abdullah

J&K have hit the big jackpot, as they will not only receive prize money from the BCCI, but also a cash reward from Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who was present in the stands to witness the historic moment.

CM Omar Abdullah announced a cash reward of Rs 2,00,00,000 crore

CM Omar Abdullah announced a cash reward of Rs 2,00,00,000 crore for the players and the support staff.

The Office of Chief Minister said in a social media post.

"Congratulating Team J&K on their historic triumph in the Ranji Trophy, the Chief Minister announced a cash reward of Rs 2 crore for the players and support staff after their emphatic victory over Karnataka on their home turf," the Office of Chief Minister said in a social media post.