From Baramulla to Ranji Glory: Auqib Nabi's Historic Ranji Trophy Win

Auqib Nabi Dar, the 29-year-old pacer from Sheeri, Baramulla, made history for Jammu & Kashmir with 60 wickets, including a decisive 5/54 in the final, to secure their first-ever Ranji Trophy title in 66 years. Just four months earlier, he was signed by Delhi Capitals for ₹8.40 crore at the 2026 Indian Premier League mini-auction.

Now, with praise from Sourav Ganguly and BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia saying selectors will take note, one question remains:

Is the Indian jersey next?