Jammu, Feb. 18 -- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, and several prominent cricketers on Wednesday congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir Ranji Trophy team for scripting history by reaching the final of the elite domestic tournament for the first time.

Jammu and Kashmir sealed their maiden Ranji Trophy final berth after defeating two-time champions Bengal by six wickets on the fourth day of the semifinal in Kalyani, marking a historic milestone in the team's 67-year journey in the competition.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha posted on X, "Congratulations to J&K cricket team on their magnificent victory in Ranji Trophy semi-final! You have etched a new golden chapter in the sport...