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Trio Driving Jammu & Kashmir’s Rise in the Ranji Trophy: Ajay Sharma, Shubham Khajuria & Abid Mushtaq

November 21, 2025 Editor

A New Era for J&K Cricket By: Javid Amin | 20 November 2025 Once regarded as perennial under-dogs in India’s domestic first-class circuit, the Jammu & Kashmir cricket team is quietly stirring up attention in the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season. After years of struggle, the team has started to beat traditional powerhouses – such as in recent wins over Rajasthan, Delhi and Hyderabad – signalling that something has changed. At the heart of this turnaround are three key figures: Ajay Sharma, head coach — former India cricketer now channeling his…

Sajid Yousuf Dar Makes History as First FIFA Coach Educator from Jammu & Kashmir

October 28, 2025 Editor

Sajid Yousuf Dar Becomes First FIFA Coach Educator from Jammu & Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 27 October 2025 In what can only be described as a groundbreaking milestone for Indian football, Sajid Yousuf Dar has become the first-ever FIFA Coach Educator from Jammu & Kashmir. His appointment not only marks a personal triumph but also signals a turning point for football in a region often celebrated for its passion yet underrepresented on the global stage. This achievement places Sajid among a select global network of elite professionals entrusted by…

IHPL 2025 Set to Electrify Srinagar’s Sports-Scene

October 24, 2025 Editor

Global Stars Gayle, Guptill, Marsh, Shakib Set To Light Up Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 23 October 2025 A New Chapter in Kashmir’s Cricketing Journey When we speak of turning points in regional sport, this one has all the hallmarks: the launch of the Indian Heaven Premier League (IHPL) in Srinagar heralds such a moment. For the first time, the Valley will host a top-tier T20 tournament, slated from October 25, at Srinagar’s own Bakshi Stadium. Why this is momentous It underlines a shift: from being peripheral on India’s cricket…

From Kashmir to India U-17: Aazim Parvez and Abrar Ali’s Journey Through the Kashmir Super League

August 17, 2025 Editor

Two Kashmiri Footballers Selected for India U-17 National Camp After Kashmir Super League 2025 Success By: Javid Amin | 17 Aug 2025 A Breakthrough Moment for Kashmiri Football For years, Kashmiri youth have turned to football as both a passion and an escape. From the crowded streets of Srinagar to the picturesque valleys where makeshift grounds serve as playgrounds, football has been more than a sport—it has been a source of hope, identity, and resilience. Now, in a story that embodies this spirit, two young Kashmiri footballers—Aazim Parvez and Abrar…

Khelo India Winter Games Postponed in Kashmir Due to Insufficient Snowfall

February 17, 2025 Editor

Khelo India Winter Games Postponed in Kashmir Due to Insufficient Snowfall Srinagar, February 17, 2025 – The second leg of the 5th Khelo India Winter Games, scheduled to be held in Gulmarg from February 22 to 25, has been postponed due to insufficient snowfall in the region. The event, which was set to feature snow sports such as alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, ski mountaineering, and snowboarding, will be rescheduled once the snow conditions improve and a fresh assessment is completed. Rauf Tramboo, president of the Winter Games Association of Jammu…

Ranji Trophy Clash: J&K Coach Alleges Pitch Tampering, Baroda Dismisses Claims

February 2, 2025 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir coach alleged Baroda resorted to pitch tampering before the start of play on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy tie. A huge controversy erupted in the Ranji Trophy on Saturday morning after the visitors Jammu and Kashmir lodged an official complaint with the match referee, alleging that Baroda resorted to pitch tampering before the start of playing on Day 3 at the Reliance Cricket Ground in Vadodara, Gujarat. The chain of events unfolded before the start of the play. The proceedings were delayed after Jammu and Kashmir…

Unstoppable JK Cricket Team Secures Historic Victory Over Mumbai in Ranji Trophy

January 25, 2025 Editor

Historic Victory: JK Cricket Team Triumphs Over Mumbai in Ranji Trophy Srinagar, January 25, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir (JK) cricket team has etched its name in the annals of cricketing history with a stunning victory over the star-studded Mumbai team in the Ranji Trophy. This monumental win marks a defining moment in J&K’s cricketing legacy, showcasing the team’s dedication and brilliance. The match, held at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy in Mumbai, saw JK chase down a target of 205 runs with five wickets in hand. Opener Shubham…

Zubair Lone Makes History with Silver Medal in Serbia

January 18, 2025January 18, 2025 Editor

Tangmarg’s Zubair Lone carves India’s name in history with Silver in Serbia Baramulla, Jan 17: In a trailblazing moment for Indian snowboarding, Zubair Ahmad Lone from Qazipora Tangmarg, Baramulla, etched his name in history by clinching India’s first-ever silver medal in the FIS Alpine Snowboard Race held in Serbia. Competing in the senior category, Lone’s steller performance against world-class athletes has catapulted him into the spotlight, inspiring a new generation of winter sports enthusiasts in Kashmir and beyond. Speaking to Greater Kashmir from Serbia, an elated Lone shared his aspirations,…

International Cricket Returns to Bakshi Stadium After 40 Years

October 10, 2024 Editor

Legends League breaks 40-year silence at packed Bakshi Stadium Srinagar, Oct 9: In a landmark moment for Kashmir’s sporting history, international cricket returned to Srinagar after a four-decade absence as the Legends League Cricket (LLC) tournament kicked off at the revamped Bakshi Stadium on Wednesday. Toyam Hyderabad emerged victorious, defeating Southern Super Stars by 5 wickets in front of thousands of enthusiastic spectators. The historic match marked the beginning of LLC’s final leg in Srinagar, featuring cricket icons such as Martin Guptill, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Suresh Raina, Ricardo Powell and…

Kashmir’s Cricket Revival: Legends League Brings 124 Icons to the Valley

September 13, 2024September 13, 2024 Editor

Srinagar, 10 Sep: International cricket is making a long-awaited comeback to Kashmir after nearly four decades as Srinagar’s Bakshi Stadium is set to host the final leg of the Legends League Cricket (LLC). Six matches featuring prominent international cricket stars will be played in Srinagar from October 9 to October 16. Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, Raman Raheja, co-founder of LLC, alongside cricketer Mohammad Kaif, announced the tournament’s return. “After almost four decades, Kashmir will host international cricket, with legends participating in the LLC,” Raheja said. The tournament will…