SMAT 2024: Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy has seen various champions since its inception in 2006-07, with Tamil Nadu being the most successful, winning three titles. Other notable winners include Baroda, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Karnataka, each with two titles. Punjab wins its first championship in 2023.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) is India’s premier domestic T20 cricket tournament. It started in 2006 and was named after Syed Mushtaq Ali, a legendary Indian cricketer known for his aggressive batting.
The first edition saw Tamil Nadu crowned as the inaugural champions, marking the beginning of a thrilling competition that became increasingly popular.
The tournament features state-level teams from India playing in a fast-paced T20 format. It serves as a platform for players to showcase their talent and earn a spot in the national team.
With intense matches, high stakes and emerging stars, SMAT has become a fan favorite. Over the years, the trophy has seen outstanding performances and fierce competition.
In this article, we will explore the complete list of SMAT winners from 2006 to present, highlighting the teams that have etched their names in the history of Indian domestic cricket.
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Complete list of Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy winners (2006-2024)
Here is the complete list of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy winners from 2006 to present. These winning teams came from various states across India, showcasing the talent and competitiveness of domestic cricket in the country. List includes:
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| Sr. Are not. | Series/Tournament | Season | Winner |
| 1 | Inter-20 Tournament (India) | 2006/07 | Tamil Nadu |
| 2 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2009/10 | Maharashtra |
| 3 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2010/11 | Bengal |
| 4 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2011/12 | Baroda |
| 5 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 13/2012 | Gujarat |
| 6 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2013/14 | Baroda |
| 7 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2014/15 | Gujarat |
| 8 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2015/16 | DIRECTIONS UP |
| 9 | Inter-20 Tournament (India) | 2016/17 | – |
| 10 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Inter Zonal (India) | 2016/17 | East Area |
| 11 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2017/18 | Delhi |
| 12 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2018/19 | Karnataka |
| 13 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 2019/20 | Karnataka |
| 14 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 21/2020 | Tamil Nadu |
| 15 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | November 22 | Tamil Nadu |
| 16 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 23/2022 | Mumbai |
| 17 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 24/2023 | Punjab |
| 18 | Syed Mushtaq Ali Cup (India) | 25/2024 | – |
Source: ESPNcricinfo
20 interstate tournament
- The 20-20 inter-state tournament, later known as the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, marked the beginning of an important T20 competition in India.
- In the inaugural season (2006–07), Tamil Nadu emerged victorious, capturing the title under the captaincy of Dinesh Karthik.
- The final was played at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai, where Tamil Nadu faced Punjab.
- In a closely contested match, Tamil Nadu chased down Punjab’s total of 134 runs, finishing with 135 for 8 in 19.5 overs, winning by just two wickets.
- Key performances included Karan Goel from Punjab scoring 26 runs and Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan contributing 27 runs for Tamil Nadu.
2009-10 season
- In the 2009-10 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Maharashtra won the title, demonstrating their prowess in T20 cricket.
- The tournament format allowed teams to compete in various stages, culminating in the final where Maharashtra faced Hyderabad.
- Under the captaincy of Rohit Motwani, Maharashtra set a challenging target of 119 runs and successfully defended it by restricting Hyderabad to just 100 runs, resulting in a 19-run victory.
2010-11 season
- Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2010-11 saw Bengal rise to glory, marking their first title in this prestigious tournament.
- Led by Manoj Tiwary, Bengal faced Madhya Pradesh in the final. In a thrilling encounter, Bengal scored 142 runs batting first.
- The match was very tense as Madhya Pradesh fell just short, finishing with 141 runs.
2011-12 season
- In Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2011-12, Baroda won for the first time under the leadership of Pinal Shah.
- They faced Punjab in a thrilling final, where Baroda totaled 149 runs.
- Punjab put in a valiant effort but ultimately fell short by 141 runs, handing Baroda an eight-run victory.
2012-13 season
- The 2012-13 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy was won by Gujarat, who showed outstanding skills throughout the tournament.
- Under the captaincy of Parthiv Patel, they faced Punjab again in the final match.
- Gujarat scored 128 runs batting first and successfully defended its total by restricting Punjab to just 122 runs.
2013-14 season
- In 2013–14, Baroda repeated their success by winning their second title under captain Aditya Waghmode.
- They played Uttar Pradesh in a hard-fought final, which ended with Baroda scoring 144 runs while UP managed just 141 runs.
2014-15 season
- Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2014-15 saw Gujarat win its second title under the captaincy of Parthiv Patel once again.
- They faced Punjab in an exciting final, where Gujarat scored 123 runs and defended successfully against Punjab’s batting line-up, which could only muster 117 runs.
2015-16 season
- In 2015-16, Uttar Pradesh won for the first time under the leadership of Suresh Raina.
- They faced Baroda in the final match, where UP set a target of 163 runs and effectively restricted Baroda to just 125 runs, winning by 38 runs.
2016-17 season
- The 2016–17 season did not have a certain champion as it was played in an Inter-Zone format instead of the traditional knockout round.
- The East Zone team emerged as winners in this unique format led by Manoj Tiwary, showcasing regional talent but lacking the usual final structure.
2024-25 season
- In the 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the tournament begins on November 23, 2024, involving 38 teams competing in a round-robin format before moving on to the knockout stage, with the final scheduled ​takes place on December 15, 2024.
- This season saw notable performances, including Baroda breaking a record by scoring 349 runs against Sikkim, setting the highest team total in the history of the tournament.
- The innings was led by Bhanu Pania, who scored an impressive 134 runs off just 51 balls, supported by half-centuries by Abhimanyu Singh, Vishnu Solanki and Shivalik Sharma.
- In the group stage, teams like Madhya Pradesh and Mumbai also showed strong form, with Madhya Pradesh registering wins against Hyderabad and Punjab.
- Players like Shreyas Iyer and Shardul Thakur played a pivotal role in their team’s success.
As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly await the knockout rounds to see which team will ultimately win the title this season.
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