CRICKET | There is a need for grounds in the districts of J&K too, says BCCI chief Manhas
BCCI president Mithun Manhas has emphasized the need for improved cricket infrastructure in the districts of Jammu and Kashmir. He highlighted the success of local players like Auqib Nabi as proof that talent exists beyond major cities and requires better facilities to flourish.
Why it matters
Developing sports infrastructure in remote districts is crucial for regional talent development and national integration through sports.
When Mithun Manhas rang the bell to signal the start of play in the Irani Cup in Srinagar on Thursday (October 1, 2026), the significance of it was not just confined to his current position as BCCI president. The 49-year-old enjoys an intimacy with this region on multiple fronts: he was born in Jammu, concluded his long playing career by representing J&K for two seasons, and took his first steps as administrator in the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA).
It was during Manhas’ time in the JKCA subcommittee that Auqib Nabi began grabbing attention as a pace bowler of promise. If Manhas has been elevated to the BCCI top brass since then, Nabi’s ascent has seen him become the third cricketer from J&K to play for India.
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