On day two of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final in Hubballi, Jammu and Kashmir strengthened their innings to reach 293 for 2, powered by half-centuries from Shubham Pundir and Abdul Samad. Karnataka's bowlers Vyshak and Patil bowled a disciplined line in the morning session, but J&K maintained a solid position despite a slow start. This is J&K's maiden final against eight-time champions Karnataka.
The second day of the Ranji Trophy final was played at the ground in Hubballi, where Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) put up a strong performance in their maiden final. The overnight score was 284 for 2, with Shubham Pundir on 117 not out and Abdul Samad on 52 not out. In the morning session, J&K had a slow start but reached 291 for 2 after 91 overs, progressing to 293 for 2 later.
Karnataka's pace bowlers maintained a good line and length. Vyshak and Patil bowled in a channel on or outside off stump, forcing the batters to exercise restraint. Lalith Kalidas of The Indian Express, reporting from Hubballi, said, "Important couple of hours for Karnataka here and they'd expect their senior man can sustain some more consistency over the first two hours against J&K this morning."
On day one, J&K captain Paras Dogra retired hurt on 9. Karnataka needs quick wickets to balance the contest. J&K is playing its first final, while Karnataka has won the title eight times. Overnight showers may have left some dampness on the pitch, potentially affecting play. Pundir and Samad aim to continue their momentum.
