New Delhi, Dec. 16 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has pledged his support for the Delhi Capitals following the inclusion of Auqib Nabi Dar in the franchise during the IPL 2026 mini-auction. The announcement marks a heartwarming moment for Kashmir's cricket fraternity, as one of India's most talented uncapped fast bowlers finally gets his opportunity on cricket's grandest stage.

Auqib Nabi Dar created headlines on Tuesday (December 16) when he was picked up by Delhi Capitals for an impressive Rs.8.40 crore at the IPL 2026 mini-auction held in Abu Dhabi. The 29-year-old from Baramulla started the bidding at a base price of just Rs.30 lakh, but soon became the centre of an intense bidding war.

The auction room witnessed ...