semi-final match of ranji trophy 2025-26 has reached a dramatic climax Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir Face off in an exciting competition. With a place in the final at stake, the game once again turned upside down on the fourth day when India’s fast bowlers Mohammed Shami produced a moment of sheer genius to dismiss -Shubham Pundir With full jaffa. While Jammu and Kashmir is on the brink of history, Bengal has shown that it is still far away.
Mohammed Shami dismissed Shubham Pundir beautifully
Jammu and Kashmir started the morning cautiously chasing the target of 126 runs. Due to the variable pitch movement and increasing pressure, every run was loaded. Pundir looked composed at the crease and also hit a four over Akash deep through midwicket to keep the scoreboard going.
But then Shami’s moment came. Operating around the wicket, the experienced fast bowler pitched the ball onto the off stump and bounced it back sharply. Pundir, tempted to drive uphill, found himself completely beaten by late movement. The ball passed his bat and shook the stumps, causing wild celebrations in the Bengal camp.
This was classic Shami – relentless seam positioning, subtle swing and lethal accuracy. The dismissal gave a new lease of life to Bengal’s hopes and there was a momentary silence in the Jammu and Kashmir dressing room.
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Right on the money! 👊
Look Mo. Shami gives Bengal the first breakthrough of the morning!
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Jammu and Kashmir eyes historic milestone
However, Jammu and Kashmir is still under control of the situation. Under the leadership of experienced Paras Dogra, the team needs only 34 more runs to create history. At 92/4 chasing a target of 126, they are very close to ensuring their maiden appearance in the Ranji Trophy final.
For a team that has steadily risen in the rankings in recent seasons, this semi-final represents more than just a match – it is an opportunity to declare itself on the biggest stage of India’s domestic circuit.
The tension is palpable. Every delivery is watched with bated breath, every run is cheered enthusiastically. While Bengal still believes in the late turn, Jammu and Kashmir know that restraint will be their biggest ally in the final turn.
