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Rest of India takes Irani Cup as Rishabh Pant celebrates birthday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Rest of India takes Irani Cup as Rishabh Pant celebrates birthday

Summary

The Rest of India claimed the Irani Cup on October 4, 2026, defeating Jammu and Kashmir by 167 runs. After conceding a 41-run first-innings lead, they bowled out Jammu and Kashmir for just 111 in the second innings, chasing a target of 279. Rishabh Pant celebrated his 29th birthday during the match, despite missing out on playing due to illness. Mukesh Kumar's impressive 6-33 and Ravichandran Smaran's 135-run innings were key to the victory. Pant expressed pride in his team's resilience and tactical adjustments made during the match.

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By the Numbers

•Rest of India won the Irani Cup on October 4, 2026.
•They bowled out Jammu and Kashmir for 111 after a first-innings deficit.
•Mukesh Kumar took 6 wickets for 33 runs.
•Ravichandran Smaran scored 135 runs in the second innings.
•Rishabh Pant celebrated his birthday during the post-match festivities.

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10:44 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Thanks for the gift’: Rishabh Pant’s 29th birthday made special as Rest of India reclaim Irani Cup

What they're saying

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Rishabh Pant's birthday happened to coincide with a remarkable comeback as the Rest of India triumphed over Jammu and Kashmir in the Irani Cup. Despite falling behind initially, the team rallied to secure a 167-run victory. Although Pant missed the action due to illness, he joined in the post-match festivities. Mukesh Kumar's exceptional bowling and young talent Ravichandran Smaran's innings were pivotal.
— Yahoo Sports

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