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Jammu and Kashmir to Host Irani Cup in Srinagar
Jammu and Kashmir is scheduled to host the Irani Cup match at Sher-I-Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar from 1 to 5 October 2026. The fixture will be played between Jammu and Kashmir and the Rest of India in a five-day first-class format.
Irani Cup and First-Class Cricket
The Irani Cup is a first-class cricket match played between the Ranji Trophy champions and the Rest of India team. First-class cricket in India follows multi-day rules and is recognised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Srinagar Venue and Stadium Details
Sher-I-Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar currently has a spectator capacity of about 5,000. The venue requires a commentators’ box, a media box, live telecast infrastructure, and additional spectator stands for hosting a televised domestic match.
Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Milestones
Jammu and Kashmir qualified for the Irani Cup after winning the 2025–26 Ranji Trophy title on 28 February 2026. The team defeated Karnataka in the final on the basis of a first-innings lead, which gave the side its maiden Ranji Trophy championship.
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Irani Cup and First-Class Cricket
The Irani Cup is a first-class cricket match played between the Ranji Trophy champions and the Rest of India team. First-class cricket in India follows multi-day rules and is recognised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Srinagar Venue and Stadium Details
Sher-I-Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar currently has a spectator capacity of about 5,000. The venue requires a commentators’ box, a media box, live telecast infrastructure, and additional spectator stands for hosting a televised domestic match.
Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Milestones
Jammu and Kashmir qualified for the Irani Cup after winning the 2025–26 Ranji Trophy title on 28 February 2026. The team defeated Karnataka in the final on the basis of a first-innings lead, which gave the side its maiden Ranji Trophy championship.