Hubballi, Feb. 27 -- Calling Jammu and Kashmir's maiden entry into Ranji Trophy final a "very big moment", Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said the team's performance has not only put them on the brink of history but also strengthened the case for some players to represent India at the highest level.

"It is a very big moment for us to reach the final because this is the first time J-K has reached the final of the Ranji Trophy. Many people said that they could not go beyond this stage. But the way they performed in the first innings, we are expecting to win the trophy from here," Abdullah said on the sidelines of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final here.

"I think it is time our players are invited or asked to play for the country. One ...