What is syed mushtaq ali trophy?

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is a domestic T20 cricket tournament in India, organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The tournament was named after Syed Mushtaq Ali, one of India's finest cricketers in the pre-independence era.

The first edition of the tournament was held in 2009-10, and it is played between the different state cricket teams of India. The competition sees a total of 38 teams, including the 28 states and eight union territories of India, divided into five zones.

The tournament is played in a round-robin format, followed by knockout stages where teams compete for a place in the final. The winner of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy qualifies for the Champions League T20 tournament.

The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy has become a significant tournament in Indian cricket, with many young talents getting the opportunity to showcase their skills and impress the selectors. It has also been a platform for uncapped players to make a name for themselves and get noticed by Indian Premier League (IPL) teams.