Srinagar cricket ground set to host 2026 Irani Cup, moving past 1983 controversy

Srinagar's cricket ground is set to host the 2026 Irani Cup, a prestigious domestic cricket tournament. The venue selection represents a historic moment for Kashmir cricket, allowing the ground to establish itself beyond its past.

The 1983 India-West Indies match at the ground had become a point of historical significance in local cricket memory. The upcoming Irani Cup fixture aims to create fresh narratives and strengthen Srinagar's standing as a cricket destination.