WATCH: Mohammed Shami gives crucial advice to Jammu and Kashmir bowlers ahead of Ranji Trophy final

India veteran speedster Mohammed Shami shared some valuable advice with the Jammu and Kashmir bowlers ahead of their first-ever Ranji Trophy final.

Jammu and Kashmir will face eight-time champions Karnataka in the historic final, which is scheduled to take place at the KSCA Cricket Stadium in Hubballi from February 24. Karnataka earned their spot by beating Uttarakhand in the semifinals.

Jammu and Kashmir made history by reaching their maiden Ranji Trophy final 16 years after their debut in the tournament. They secured a six-wicket win over Bengal in the semifinals at the Bengal Cricket Academy ground.

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Mohammed Shami's advice to J&K bowlers

Ahead of the title decider, BCCI Domestic shared a clip on X advised J&K hero Nabi to focus on the stumps without thinking about the 22 yards.

"There’s no problem; whether it’s about swing, length, how fast to bowl, or which delivery to bowl, forget all that. Forget about the 22 yards; just focus on the stumps. Leave everything else aside. Don’t worry about what’s happening where; if any issue comes up later, we’ll deal with it then."

Auqib Nabi's performance in Ranji Trophy semifinal

Seam-bowling all-rounder Auqib Nabi starred for J&K, taking four wickets alongside Sunil Kumar as Bengal were bowled out for just 99 in their second innings, giving his team the upper hand. Shami, playing for the losing side, also showed why he’s one of India’s best, taking eight wickets in the first innings and finishing the match with nine wickets overall.

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Mohammed Shami's performance in Ranji Trophy 2025-26

Shami has been in terrific form this season, becoming the sixth-highest wicket-taker in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2025-26. He has picked up 37 wickets in just seven matches, including three five-wicket hauls. Last month, he took 5-51 against Services in the second innings, showing why he remains a force in domestic cricket.