The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is India’s official domestic T20 cricket tournament. It is organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
This exciting competition started in the 2006–07 season. It is named after the legendary former Indian cricketer Syed Mushtaq Ali, who was a pioneer of aggressive batting in India’s early cricket days.
Over the years, many teams have fought hard to lift this trophy. Teams like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Gujarat, and Baroda have been the most consistent performers. The most recent champions are Jharkhand, who made history by winning their very first title in the 2025/26 season.
This article gives you the complete winners list and some interesting details about the teams that have dominated the tournament.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Winners & Runners-Up (Year-Wise)
| Season | Winner | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | Jharkhand | Haryana |
| 2024/25 | Mumbai | Madhya Pradesh |
| 2023/24 | Punjab | Baroda |
| 2022/23 | Mumbai | Himachal Pradesh |
| 2021/22 | Tamil Nadu | Karnataka |
| 2020/21 | Tamil Nadu | Baroda |
| 2019/20 | Karnataka | Tamil Nadu |
| 2018/19 | Karnataka | Maharashtra |
| 2017/18 | Delhi | Rajasthan |
| 2016/17 | East Zone | Central Zone |
| 2015/16 | Uttar Pradesh | Baroda |
| 2014/15 | Gujarat | Punjab |
| 2013/14 | Baroda | Uttar Pradesh |
| 2012/13 | Gujarat | Punjab |
| 2011/12 | Baroda | Punjab |
| 2010/11 | Bengal | Madhya Pradesh |
| 2009/10 | Maharashtra | Hyderabad |
| 2006/07 | Tamil Nadu | Punjab |
Tamil Nadu: 3 Titles
Tamil Nadu is the most successful team in this tournament. Their journey started right at the beginning in 2006/07, when they beat Punjab to win the inaugural trophy.
They had to wait for a while after that, but they came back stronger than ever with back-to-back wins in 2020/21 and 2021/22. With smart leaders like Dinesh Karthik, Tamil Nadu has always been a team that knows how to win under pressure.
Mumbai: 2 Titles
Mumbai is a powerhouse in Indian cricket, and they have won the T20 trophy twice. Their first win came in 2022/23 against Himachal Pradesh.
They proved their strength again in 2024/25 by defeating Madhya Pradesh in a thrilling final. Mumbai is known for having big-match players who step up when it matters most.
Baroda: 2 Titles
Baroda was the team to beat in the early 2010s. They won their first title in 2011/12 and their second in 2013/14.
They have a very strong domestic system that produces great T20 talent. Even when they don’t win, they are almost always in the knockout stages.
Gujarat: 2 Titles
Gujarat showed everyone how much they have improved by winning two titles in a short span (2012/13 and 2014/15).
Interestingly, both of their final wins came against Punjab! These victories helped put Gujarat on the map as a major force in Indian domestic cricket.
Karnataka: 2 Titles
Karnataka had an amazing run in 2018/19 and 2019/20. Led by Manish Pandey, they played a very aggressive style of cricket.
They were the second team ever to defend their title successfully. Their balance of great batting and disciplined bowling made them nearly unbeatable during those two years.
Maharashtra: 1 Title
Maharashtra won their only title in the 2009/10 season.
It was a very special year for them as they stayed consistent throughout the tournament and defeated Hyderabad in the final to lift the trophy.
Bengal: 1 Title
In the 2010/11 season, Bengal became the champions. Led by Manoj Tiwary, the team played with a lot of heart and defeated Madhya Pradesh in the final.
This win was a huge boost for cricket in the eastern part of India.
Uttar Pradesh: 1 Title
Uttar Pradesh claimed their trophy in 2015/16. With the legendary Suresh Raina leading the side, they showed great composure and beat Baroda in the final.
It remains one of the proudest moments for UP cricket.
East Zone: 1 Title
The 2016/17 season was a bit different because it was played in an inter-zonal format. East Zone came out on top that year by defeating Central Zone.
Even though the format changed later, this remains a unique part of the tournament’s history.
Delhi: 1 Title
Delhi won their maiden title in 2017/18. Under the leadership of Pradeep Sangwan, they played some fantastic cricket in the knockout rounds and defeated Rajasthan in the final to take the trophy home.
Punjab: 1 Title
After being the runner-up many times, Punjab finally won their first title in the 2023/24 season.
It was an emotional victory for the team and their fans as they finally crossed the finish line by beating Baroda in the final.
Jharkhand: 1 Title
The most recent success story is Jharkhand. In the 2025/26 season, they created history by winning their first-ever title.
Led by the explosive Ishan Kishan, they played a dominant brand of cricket. Their huge win over Haryana in the final proved that they are now one of the top teams in India.
Conclusion: Jharkhand Crowned Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Champions 2025/26
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy has evolved into one of India’s most competitive domestic T20 tournaments. From Tamil Nadu’s consistency to Jharkhand’s historic maiden title in 2025/26, each season has added a new chapter to its legacy.
The tournament continues to play a crucial role in developing Indian T20 talent and remains an important stepping stone for future cricket stars.