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J&K to Host Irani Cup at Sher‑I‑Kashmir Stadium After 40 Years
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 04:48 PM
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The Irani Cup will be played at Srinagar's Sher‑I‑Kashmir Stadium, marking the first time the venue hosts the match in four decades.
The prestigious Irani Cup, featuring the Ranji champions against the Rest of India, is set to be staged at Sher‑I‑Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar, the first time the venue has hosted the match in 40 years.
The decision follows a review of the stadium’s upgraded facilities and its strategic importance for promoting cricket in the northern region.
The match will be played in the upcoming season, providing a platform for regional talent and boosting local interest in the sport.
The return of the Irani Cup to Sher‑I‑Kashmir Stadium is seen as a milestone for Jammu & Kashmir’s sporting infrastructure.
The decision follows a review of the stadium’s upgraded facilities and its strategic importance for promoting cricket in the northern region.
The match will be played in the upcoming season, providing a platform for regional talent and boosting local interest in the sport.
The return of the Irani Cup to Sher‑I‑Kashmir Stadium is seen as a milestone for Jammu & Kashmir’s sporting infrastructure.