Praising the team\u2019s landmark accomplishment, Shah said, \u201cCongratulations to the Jammu & Kashmir team in India for scripting a remarkable story of grit and perseverance. While the players are fully deserving of the adulation they receive, one must also remember the contribution of the coaching staff, management and administrators from J&K who have toiled behind the scenes to fashion this landmark achievement,\u201d he wrote on X.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Jammu & Kashmir secured their maiden title after earning a decisive first-innings lead over Karnataka in the five-day final, capping off a dominant campaign marked by composure, resilience and all-round excellence.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Highlighting the broader impact of the victory beyond the immediate result, Shah expressed confidence that the triumph would serve as a catalyst for aspiring cricketers from the region.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI am sure that this win will ignite belief in the hearts of the current generation from the region and drive the next one to pick up a bat or ball,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Shah also underlined cricket\u2019s enduring ability to produce inspirational stories and expressed hope that Jammu & Kashmir\u2019s achievement would receive widespread recognition.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cOur sport is rich with such stories of inspiration from around the world and I hope this one also receives its fair share of admiration,\u201d he further wrote.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier, BCCI President Mithun Manhas reflected on the team\u2019s transformation, attributing its success to early foundational efforts, especially highlighting the leadership of former board secretary Jay Shah.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cOur sport is rich with such stories of inspiration from around the world and I hope this one also receives its fair share of admiration,\u201d he further wrote.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Jammu & Kashmir\u2019s triumph marks a watershed moment for cricket in the Jammu and Kashmir region, symbolising the steady rise of a team that combined experienced leadership with emerging talent to script one of Indian domestic cricket\u2019s most memorable title victories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n