'Indian cricket continues to flourish': Devajit Saikia on J&K’s historic Ranji Trophy win

IANS | February 28, 2026 5:03 PM

Hubli, Feb 28 (IANS) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia has congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir team for winning their maiden Ranji Trophy title, describing the historic triumph as a shining example of how deeply the game has spread across India despite challenging conditions. Saikia also said that this win is a prime example of how cricket is flourishing in the country.

‘Just the start, you'll see a lot more coming,’ says BCCI Prez Mithun Manhas on J&K’s historic Ranji Trophy win

IANS | February 28, 2026 3:04 PM

Hubbali, Feb 28 (IANS) Mithun Manhas, president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), praised Jammu & Kashmir’s historic first Ranji Trophy win as the result of a well-planned effort and steadfast confidence. He dedicated this significant achievement to the region's people and credited ongoing institutional backing and structural improvements for the team’s progress.

Daryl Mitchell and Sobhana Mostary named ICC Player of January

IANS | February 28, 2026 2:57 PM

Dubai, Feb 28 (IANS) Daryl Mitchell and Sobhana Mostary were named ICC Men’s Player of the Month award after powering New Zealand to a stirring ODI series win in India, while Mostary’s prolific run at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier.