# Ranji Trophy 2025-26 Final: Karnataka vs J&K — Can the Underdogs Rewrite History at Hubli?

URL: https://technosports.co.in/ranji-trophy-2025-26-final-karnataka-vs-jk-can/  
Published: 2026-02-24  
Updated: 2026-02-24  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The stage is set. The red ball is polished. And cricket’s most prestigious domestic competition in India is about to crown its champion. The [Ranji Trophy](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ranji_Trophy) 2025-26 Final is here — and it’s shaping up to be one of the most compelling in recent memory.

Eight-time champions **Karnataka** face **Jammu & Kashmir** — a team making their very first Ranji Trophy final appearance. That contrast alone makes this a must-watch clash.

## Ranji Trophy Match Overview

![ranji](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/image-1676.png)

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | Ranji Trophy 2025-26 Final |
| **Teams** | Karnataka vs Jammu & Kashmir |
| **Dates** | February 24–28, 2026 |
| **Venue** | KSCA Stadium, Hubli |
| **Toss** | 9:00 AM IST |
| **Start Time** | 9:30 AM IST |
| **TV Broadcast** | Star Sports Network |
| **Live Streaming** | JioHotstar App & Website |

## How Did They Get Here?

J&K’s journey has been nothing short of inspiring — knocking out Madhya Pradesh in the quarterfinals and then stunning Bengal in the semis. Their rise is a feel-good story of Indian domestic cricket. Karnataka, meanwhile, brushed aside Mumbai in the quarters and ground out a draw against Uttarakhand to reach the final. Both roads were hard-earned.

For more on J&K’s historic semifinal win, check out our [Ranji Trophy 2025-26 coverage on Technosports](https://www.technosports.co.in).

## Head-to-Head Record

| Stat | Result |
| --- | --- |
| Total Meetings | 4 |
| Karnataka Wins | 4 |
| J&K Wins | 0 |
| Last Meeting | Karnataka won by 117 runs (2022, Chennai) |

Karnataka have a perfect record against J&K — but this J&K side looks nothing like the ones that lost before.

## Squad Snapshot

**Karnataka:** Devdutt Padikkal (c), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Manish Pandey, Prasidh Krishna, Shreyas Gopal, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Vidwath Kaverappa, Sujay Sateri (wk) and more.

**Jammu & Kashmir:** Paras Dogra (c), Abdul Samad, Umran Malik, Auqib Nabi, Vivrant Sharma, Shubham Khajuria, Fazil Rashid (wk) and more.

## Our Take

J&K’s bowling attack, led by the raw pace of Umran Malik, could cause serious problems on a Hubli track. But Karnataka’s batting depth — featuring international stars like KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal — is formidable. Don’t expect this to be a walkover.

## FAQs

### **Q: Where can I watch the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 Final live?**

 You can catch all the action on Star Sports Network on TV, or stream it live on the JioHotstar app and website.

### **Q: Is this Jammu & Kashmir’s first Ranji Trophy final?**

 Yes, it’s a historic first-ever final appearance for J&K, making this edition extra special for the team and their fans.