Rest of India defeated Jammu & Kashmir by 167 runs to claim the Irani Cup, ending the reigning champions' hopes of completing the double. Mukesh Kumar's impressive 6/33 and 5-wicket hauls led the team to victory, with Qamran Iqbal's early dismissal and Paras Dogra's wicket turning the game in their favor. The match showcased the team's strong bowling and batting skills, with Ravichandran Smaran scoring 135 runs for Rest of India.
Source: indianexpress.com
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