Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Complete Winners List (2006-2024)

The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) is India’s premier domestic T20 cricket tournament. It began in 2006 and is named after Syed Mushtaq Ali, a legendary Indian cricketer known for his aggressive batting. 

The inaugural edition saw Tamil Nadu crowned as the first-ever champions, marking the start of a thrilling competition that has only grown in popularity. 

The tournament features state teams from India competing in a fast-paced T20 format. It serves as a platform for players to showcase their talent and earn a spot in the national squad. 

With intense matches, high stakes, and emerging stars, the SMAT has become a fan favourite. Over the years, the trophy has witnessed outstanding performances and fierce rivalries.

In this article, we’ll explore the complete list of SMAT winners from 2006 till now, 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's the complete list of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy winners from 2006 till now. These winning teams are from various states across India, showcasing the talent and competitiveness of domestic cricket in the country. The list includes:

Source: ESPNcricinfo

Inter-State Twenty-20 Tournament

• The Inter-State Twenty-20 Tournament, later known as the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, marked the inception of a significant T20 competition in India. 

• In its inaugural season (2006–07), Tamil Nadu emerged victorious, clinching the title under the captaincy of Dinesh Karthik. 

• The final took place 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.

Season 2009-10

• In the 2009-10 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Maharashtra claimed the title, showcasing their prowess in T20 cricket. 

• The tournament format allowed teams to compete across various stages, culminating in a 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.

Season 2010-11

• The 2010-11 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 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 nail-biting encounter, Bengal managed to score 142 runs while batting first. 

• The match was tightly contested as Madhya Pradesh fell just short, finishing with 141 runs. 

Season 2011-12

• In the 2011-12 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Baroda emerged victorious for the first time under the leadership of Pinal Shah. 

• They faced Punjab in a thrilling final where Baroda posted a total of 149 runs. 

• Punjab put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short at 141 runs, giving Baroda an eight-run victory.

Season 2012-13

• The 2012-13 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy was won by Gujarat, who demonstrated exceptional skill throughout the tournament. 

• Under the captaincy of Parthiv Patel, they faced Punjab again in the final match. 

• Gujarat scored 128 runs while batting first and successfully defended their total by restricting Punjab to just 122 runs.

Season 2013-14

• In 2013-14, Baroda repeated their success by winning their second title under captain Aditya Waghmode. 

• They played against Uttar Pradesh in a closely fought final that ended with Baroda scoring 144 runs while UP managed only 141 runs.

Season 2014-15

• The 2014-15 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy witnessed Gujarat clinching their second title under Parthiv Patel’s captaincy once again. 

• They faced Punjab in an exciting final where Gujarat managed to score 123 runs and successfully defended it against Punjab’s batting lineup, who could only muster 117 runs.

Season 2015-16

• In 2015-16, Uttar Pradesh emerged victorious 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.

Season 2016-17

• The 2016-17 season saw no definitive champion as it featured an Inter Zonal format rather than traditional knockout rounds. 

• The East Zone team emerged as winners of this unique format led by Manoj Tiwary, showcasing regional talent but lacking a conventional final structure.

Season 2024-25

• In the 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the tournament commenced on November 23, 2024, featuring 38 teams competing in a round-robin format before progressing to knockout stages, with the finals scheduled for December 15, 2024. 

• This season has already seen remarkable performances, including Baroda breaking records by scoring 349 runs against Sikkim, setting the highest team total in the tournament's history. 

• Mumbai clinched the 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy by defeating Madhya Pradesh in a thrilling final held at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
• Mumbai scored 180 runs for 5 wickets, with notable contributions from Suryakumar Yadav (48 runs), Ajinkya Rahane (37 runs), and Shubham Shedge (36 not out).
• In response, Madhya Pradesh managed 174 runs for 8 wickets, with Rajat Patidar top-scoring with an impressive 81 runs.
• Ultimately, Mumbai won the match by five wickets, securing their second title in this prestigious T20 tournament

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