Rohit Sharma's return to Ranji was nothing short of a fireworks show as J&K rattled MP to 196.
The 32‑year‑old finished with 5 for 36 in 21.2 overs, a performance that shattered J&K's bowling record in the opening match of the season. Sunil Kumar added four wickets, while Auqib Nabi took one for 42, turning the field into a storm of wickets.
When Shubham Sharma hit 79, MP looked set to recover, but Sharma's quick burst of wickets in the 15th over turned the tide, leaving the hosts at 3 for 1 by stumps.
The win is a buoyant start after J&K captured their maiden Ranji title earlier this year, and it shows the team is back in top form.
With the season underway, J&K will face Gujarat in their next match, a battle that could decide the table standings.