The 18th edition of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy began on November 26 and will continue until December 18. Organized by the BCCI, this year’s tournament features 38 teams from across India, including state teams, union territories, and institutional sides like Railways and Services.
The competition is structured into five groups: four Elite groups (A, B, C, D) with 32 teams, and one Plate group comprising 6 teams.
Mumbai enters the tournament as defending champions from the previous season. The opening round saw strong performances from several teams, with Gujarat posting the highest net run rate in Group C.
The tournament serves as an important selection ground for players ahead of major T20 leagues.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025: Elite Group Points Table
A total of 32 teams in the Elite group are divided into four groups: A, B, C, and D. Each group has 8 teams that will play round-robin matches. The top 2 teams from each group will advance to the Super League stage, where they will compete for a spot in the final.
Elite Group A Points Table:
| Team | P | W | L | NR | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +2.375 |
| Mumbai | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +1.735 |
| Assam | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.475 |
| Railways | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.027 |
| Kerala | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.070 |
| Chhattisgarh | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.525 |
| Vidarbha | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.193 |
| Odisha | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -2.540 |
Elite Group B Points Table:
| Team | P | W | L | NR | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +3.148 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.216 |
| Goa | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.955 |
| Hyderabad | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.114 |
| Maharashtra | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.026 |
| Chandigarh | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.983 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -2.489 |
| Bihar | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.913 |
Elite Group C Points Table:
| Team | P | W | L | NR | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengal | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +0.967 |
| Puducherry | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +0.550 |
| Punjab | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.790 |
| Gujarat | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.504 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.699 |
| Haryana | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.125 |
| Baroda | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.113 |
| Services | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -4.304 |
Elite Group D Points Table:
| Team | P | W | L | NR | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jharkhand | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +1.355 |
| Rajasthan | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +1.201 |
| Saurashtra | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | +0.484 |
| Uttarakhand | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.458 |
| Karnataka | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.075 |
| Delhi | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -1.271 |
| Tamil Nadu | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.044 |
| Tripura | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.169 |
Plate Group Points Table
The Plate Group consists of six teams from the North-Eastern states and smaller cricket associations. The top team from this group will earn promotion to the Elite group for the following season.
| Team | P | W | L | NR | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manipur | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +2.875 |
| Nagaland | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +2.525 |
| Sikkim | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.389 |
| Mizoram | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.216 |
| Meghalaya | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.400 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -5.175 |
Most Runs in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Inns | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kunal Chandela | Uttarakhand | 2 | 2 | 182 |
| 2 | Kangabam Priyojit Singh | Manipur | 2 | 2 | 161 |
| 3 | Aryan Juyal | Uttar Pradesh | 2 | 2 | 144 |
| 4 | Urvil Patel | Gujarat | 2 | 2 | 139 |
| 5 | Rohan Kunnummal | Kerala | 2 | 2 | 129 |
| 6 | Kishan Lyngdoh | Meghalaya | 2 | 2 | 129 |
| 7 | Ayush Mhatre | Mumbai | 2 | 2 | 128 |
| 8 | Aanjaneya Suryavanshi | Uttarakhand | 2 | 2 | 127 |
Most Wickets in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Overs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mukhtar Hussain | Assam | 2 | 10 | 8 |
| 2 | Sushant Mishra | Jharkhand | 2 | 6 | 8 |
| 3 | Prithvi Raj | Andhra | 2 | 5 | 6 |
| 4 | Bishworjit Konthoujam | Manipur | 2 | 5 | 6.4 |
| 5 | Bidash Chingakham | Manipur | 2 | 5 | 8 |
| 6 | Vasuki Koushik | Goa | 2 | 5 | 8 |
| 7 | Rongsen Jonathan | Nagaland | 2 | 5 | 6.5 |
How Does The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 Points Table Work?
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 points table operates on a straightforward system:
- In the group stage, each team receives 4 points for every win.
- If a match produces no result, both teams receive 2 points each without any change to their Net Run Rate.
- Teams receive zero points for a loss.
This rule applies to both the group stage and the Super League stage. Teams are ranked based on total points, with Net Run Rate serving as the tiebreaker when teams have equal points.
Format Of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025
The competition progresses through multiple phases before crowning a champion. Each team plays all opponents within their group once during the opening stage.
Elite Groups: After completing group fixtures, the top two teams from each of the four Elite groups qualify for the Super League. This creates an eight-team pool for the next phase.
Super League: These eight teams are redistributed into two groups for another set of round-robin matches. The competition intensifies as teams fight for semi-final berths.
Semi-Finals and Final: Each Super League group sends its top two teams to the semi-finals. The victorious semi-finalists will contest the championship match at Holkar Stadium, Indore, on December 18, 2025.
Plate Group Promotion: Teams in the Plate Group play round-robin matches, with the champion earning Elite group status for the 2026 tournament.
Where To Watch Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025
Fans can enjoy the live streaming of the tournament on the JioHotstar app and website. TV viewers can watch matches on the Star Sports Network.
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The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 has started with exciting performances across all groups. Teams are competing for a place in the Super League stage, while players are showcasing their talent ahead of the IPL 2026 auction.
With the tournament running until December 18, cricket fans can expect more thrilling matches and outstanding individual performances as teams battle for the prestigious title.
Three more weeks of action remaining, the race for Super League qualification promises intense matches. The final will be played on December 18 at Holkar Stadium in Indore.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tournament began on November 26 and will conclude with the final on December 18.
A total of 38 teams are participating, with 32 teams in the Elite category divided into four groups and 6 teams in the Plate group.
Teams play round-robin matches in their groups. The top 2 teams from each Elite group advance to a Super League stage. The top 2 teams from each Super League group then qualify for the semi-finals, with winners competing in the final.
The final will be played on December 18 at Holkar Stadium in Indore.
You can watch live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website, or tune in to Star Sports Network on television.
