The Duleep Trophy 2025, India’s premier red-ball zonal competition, was held in Bengaluru from August 28 to September 15 with six teams competing in a knockout format. Since its inception in 1961–62, the tournament has served as a vital pathway to India A and national team selection.
This year, Central Zone emerged as champions, defeating South Zone by 6 wickets in the Final to lift the trophy.
What is the Duleep Trophy & When is it Starting?
The Duleep Trophy is a first-class zonal competition that brings together six teams — North, South, East, West, Central, and North-East. Since its launch in 1961–62, it has been a constant pathway for cricketers moving towards India A and eventually the senior side.
The 2025 edition begins on August 28 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Sitting neatly between India A tours and the Ranji season, it offers players vital match practice in red-ball cricket.
Duleep Trophy 2025 – Scores & Updates
The Duleep Trophy 2025 commenced in Bengaluru on August 28, with two quarter-finals being played simultaneously. North Zone and Central Zone made constant starts with the bat, giving fans early signs of close red-ball contests.
Duleep Trophy 2025 – Complete Match Summary
Duleep Trophy 2025 – Final Highlights
| Innings | Team | Score | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Innings | South Zone | 149 all out | Early collapse, no major partnerships |
| 1st Innings | Central Zone | 511 all out | Big lead built with solid batting |
| 2nd Innings | South Zone | 426 all out | Fought back strongly, set a decent target |
| 2nd Innings | Central Zone | 59/4 (19.2 overs) | Chased target comfortably despite losing 4 wickets |
Summary:
South Zone 1st Innings (149 all out, 63 overs)
- Tanmay Agarwal scored 31 runs.
- Ricky Bhui scored 28 runs.
- Andre Siddarth C top-scored with 63.
- Saransh Jain took 5 wickets.
- Kumar Kartikeya took 3 wickets.
Central Zone 1st Innings (511 all out, 145.1 overs)
- Danish Malewar scored 120 runs.
- Shubham Sharma contributed 61 runs.
- Rajat Patidar scored 122 runs.
- Yash Rathod made 172 runs.
- South Zone bowlers struggled to contain the huge total.
South Zone 2nd Innings (426 all out, 121 overs)
- Tanmay Agarwal scored 61 runs.
- Smaran Ravichandran made 156 runs.
- Ankit Sharma scored 158 runs.
- Saransh Jain and Kumar Kartikeya shared 7 wickets.
Central Zone 2nd Innings (Chase: 66/4, 20.3 overs)
- Danish Malewar scored 41 runs.
- Shubham Sharma scored 57 runs.
- Rajat Patidar scored 48 runs.
- Yash Rathod remained unbeaten on 81*.
- Akshay Wadkar remained unbeaten on 36*.
- Central Zone chased successfully and sealed the victory.
Other Key Points:
- Central Zone spinners Saransh Jain and Kumar Kartikeya dominated South Zone’s first innings.
- Early collapse in South Zone’s first innings gave Central Zone a major advantage.
- Strong batting partnerships in both innings for Central Zone ensured a smooth chase.
- South Zone fought hard in the second innings but couldn’t set a challenging target.
Semifinals
- South Zone vs North Zone: South Zone posted a huge 536 with Jagadeesan scoring 197, supported by Bhui (54) and Thayagarajan (50). North Zone struggled in reply, trailing by over 400 at lunch on Day 3, with Badoni scoring 40 and Dhull falling early.
- West Zone vs Central Zone: West Zone made 438, led by Gaikwad’s 184, Kotian (76), and Shardul (64). Central Zone responded strongly, reaching 229/2 at stumps on Day 2, thanks to Malewar (76), Patidar (47*), and Sharma (60*). On Day 3, Central Zone chased the target comfortably, with Yadav and Dubey unbeaten on 26 each at lunch, advancing to the final.
Quarterfinals
- North Zone vs East Zone: North Zone dominated with strong batting performances. Ayush Badoni scored 204 off 223 balls*, supported by Ankit Kumar’s 198, allowing North Zone to take a massive first-innings lead. Despite some resistance from East Zone, including 230 in their first innings, North Zone advanced comfortably.
- Central Zone vs North East Zone: Central Zone posted huge totals of 532/4d and 331/7d, powered by Danish Malewar’s 203 (retired out) and Rajat Patidar’s 125, securing first-innings advantage. North East Zone fought hard with Jehu Anderson (64) and Rongsen Jonathan (60) but couldn’t overcome the margin.
Duleep Trophy 2025 Schedule & Fixtures
The tournament begins with two quarter-finals, both starting on August 28 in Bengaluru. North Zone meets East Zone on Ground 1, while Central Zone faces North-East Zone on Ground 2. Each game runs over four days, starting at 9:30 AM IST.
The winners will progress to the semi-finals. South Zone, last year’s zonal champions, and West Zone, the other last year’s finalist, are seeded directly into the semis. The grand final is a five-day affair, scheduled from September 11–15.
| Stage | Match | Dates | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter-final 1 | North Zone vs East Zone | Aug 28–31 | BCCI COE Ground 1, Bengaluru |
| Quarter-final 2 | Central Zone vs North East Zone | Aug 28–31 | BCCI COE Ground 2, Bengaluru |
| Semi-final 1 | West Zone vs Winner of QF1 | Sept 4–7 | BCCI COE Ground 1, Bengaluru |
| Semi-final 2 | South Zone vs Winner of QF2 | Sept 4–7 | BCCI COE Ground 2, Bengaluru |
| Final | Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 | Sept 11–15 | BCCI COE Ground 1, Bengaluru |
Venues for Duleep Trophy 2025
All matches of the Duleep Trophy 2025 will be played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Grounds in Bengaluru. The city has been a trusted host for domestic red-ball cricket and continues to serve as a base for India A fixtures.
The conditions here usually offer a fair balance for both pacers and spinners. That makes Bengaluru an ideal stage for Duleep Trophy cricket, testing every aspect of a player’s game.
Duleep Trophy 2025 Teams and Players
Six zonal sides will compete in the Duleep Trophy 2025. Each squad carries a mix of seasoned internationals and young hopefuls aiming to impress selectors. For many, this is a chance to return to form or push for India A selection.
Duleep Trophy 2025 Squads List:
South Zone
Tilak Varma (c), Mohammed Azharuddeen (vc), Tanmay Agarwal, Devdutt Padikkal, Mohit Kale, Salman Nizar, Narayan Jagadeesan, Tripurana Vijay, R Sai Kishore, Tanay Thyagarajan, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Nidheesh MD, Ricky Bhui, Basil NP, Gurjapneet Singh, Snehal Kauthankar.
East Zone
Ishan Kishan (c), Abhimanyu Easwaran (vc), Sandeep Patnaik, Virat Singh, Denish Das, Sridam Paul, Sharandeep Singh, Kumar Kushagra, Riyan Parag, Utkarsh Singh, Manishi, Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal, Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep, Mohammed Shami.
West Zone
Shardul Thakur (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Aarya Desai, Harvik Desai (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Sarfaraz Khan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Jaymeet Patel, Manan Hingrajia, Saurabh Nawale (wk), Shams Mulani, Tanush Kotian, Dharmandrasinh Jadeja, Tushar Deshpande, Arzan Nagwaswala.
North Zone
Shubman Gill (c), Shubham Khajuria, Ankit Kumar (vc), Ayush Badoni, Yash Dhull, Ankit Kalsi, Nishant Sandhu, Sahil Lotra, Mayank Dagar, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Kanhaiya Wadhawan.
Central Zone
Dhruv Jurel (c/wk), Rajat Patidar, Aryan Juyal, Danish Malewar, Sanjeet Desai, Kuldeep Yadav, Aditya Thakare, Deepak Chahar, Saransh Jain, Ayush Pandey, Shubham Sharma, Yash Rathod, Harsh Dubey, Manav Suthar, Khaleel Ahmed.
North East Zone
Rongsen Jonathan (c), Ankur Malik, Jehu Anderson, Aryan Bora, Techi Doria, Ashish Thapa, Sedezhalie Rupero, Karnajit Yumnam, Hem Chetri, Palzor Tamang, Arpit Subash Bhatewara (wk), Akash Choudhary, Bishworjit Konthoujam, Pheiroijam Jotin, Ajay Lamabam Singh.
A special mention goes to Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 497 runs in the 2022 edition, including a memorable 265 in the final. Performances like these underline why the Duleep Trophy 2025 squad lists are so closely watched.
Duleep Trophy 2025 Format
The Duleep Trophy 2025 will follow a straightforward knockout system, keeping tradition intact while ensuring competitive intensity.
- Two quarter-finals open the event.
- Winners meet the South Zone and the West Zone in the semi-finals.
- South and West earned direct entry as 2023 finalists.
- Early matches are four-day games.
- The final, from September 11–15, will be a five-day contest.
Where to Follow Duleep Trophy 2025 Matches Live
This year’s Duleep Trophy cricket has left many fans disappointed, as there is no official live streaming or television broadcast of the matches. Supporters have expressed frustration online, pointing out that even smaller tournaments receive better coverage.
For now, those following the Duleep Trophy 2025 will need to depend on live scores, news updates, and match reports. We will also be carrying daily updates on our platform, making it easier for fans to stay connected with the schedule and results
Duleep Trophy 2025 Significance
Over the decades, Duleep Trophy cricket has seen legends like Sunil Gavaskar, Rahul Dravid, and Sachin Tendulkar sharpen their skills on this stage. It remains a platform where reputations are built in the longer format.
For today’s players, the Duleep Trophy 2025 is more than just zonal pride. It is a testing ground for India A selection and often the first step toward senior international honours.
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Conclusion: Central Zone Clinches Victory by 6 Wickets in Duleep Trophy 2025!
The Duleep Trophy 2025 continues its legacy of shaping Indian cricket, blending zonal rivalry with standout individual brilliance.
All matches were staged in Bengaluru, with the semifinals producing thrilling cricket. Narayan Jagadeesan’s near double ton (197) guided South Zone to a mammoth 536, putting North under pressure, while Ruturaj Gaikwad’s fluent 184 anchored West’s 438 before Central Zone responded confidently with 229/2 at stumps.
In the Final, Central Zone chased the target successfully, defeating South Zone by 6 wickets to lift the trophy. The tournament has once again showcased performances that could pave the way for India A and future national selections. The 2025 edition will be remembered for its standout batting feats and the rise of potential stars in Indian cricket.
FAQs
The Duleep Trophy 2024 was won by India A, when the format briefly shifted to inter-zonal teams. In 2023, under the zonal system, the South Zone were the champions.
The Duleep Trophy 2025 teams comprise the six traditional zones: North, South, East, West, Central, and North-East. Each comes with a full squad of senior names and young hopefuls.
The Duleep Trophy schedule has five fixtures in total: two quarter-finals, two semi-finals, and the five-day final in Bengaluru.
There is no TV broadcast or official live streaming of the Duleep Trophy 2025. Fans, including those overseas, will have to follow ball-by-ball score updates, news reports, and daily coverage on cricket platforms and our updates section.
