Auqib Nabi breaks Parvez Rasool’s record, leads J&K’s Ranji Trophy run

Auqib Nabi breaks Parvez Rasool’s record, leads J&K’s Ranji Trophy run Image/KL

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Auqib Nabi breaks Parvez Rasool’s record, leads J&K’s Ranji Trophy run

KL

Auqib Nabi’s journey from playing tennis-ball cricket in Baramulla to becoming Jammu and Kashmir’s leading wicket-taker this season has been nothing short of remarkable. The 28-year-old pacer has surpassed Parvez Rasool’s record, taking 40 wickets and cementing his place as the team’s bowling spearhead in the Ranji Trophy.

Nabi, who idolises Dale Steyn, has been instrumental in J&K’s resurgence, helping the team reach the quarter-finals for only the third time in its history. His latest five-wicket haul against Kerala, which included the dismissal of key batters like Jalaj Saxena and Sachin Baby, underscored his ability to deliver under pressure. His season tally now stands at 43 wickets, making him the second-highest wicket-taker in the tournament.

Despite early struggles, including limited facilities and being overlooked by IPL teams, Nabi has persevered. “There are struggles, but I won’t talk about them. Playing red-ball cricket was a dream. Right now, Ranji is my biggest stage,” he said. His silent yet lethal approach, combined with a knack for swinging the ball both ways, has made him a formidable force.

His contributions with the bat have also been crucial. Coming in at No. 10 against Kerala, he played a quickfire knock of 32 off 30 balls, helping J&K post a competitive total. This blend of resilience and aggression has defined his career, from scoring a century in his Under-19 days to now spearheading J&K’s bowling attack.

Nabi’s father, a school teacher, once urged him to focus on academics, but his son’s unwavering commitment to cricket changed his perspective. “The day he scored a hundred against Saurashtra, the media came home, and my father told them—Mera beta India khelke aayega (My son will play for India),” Nabi recalled.

As J&K prepares for the knockouts, Nabi remains focused on the basics. “The simpler you keep things, the better it is,” he said, unfazed by the pressure of big games. With his blend of skill, perseverance, and quiet confidence, Auqib Nabi is not just rewriting records—he is shaping the future of J&K cricket.

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