Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Standings & points table is among the most searched topics in India when the country’s premier domestic T20 tournament is in full swing. All the fans, analysts, and fantasy cricket players keep track of the points table to check where teams are sitting strong and which sides are in 50-50 chance of qualification.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025–26 marked the 14th season of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, a domestic T20 competition that took place between 38 teams from November 26 to December 18, 2025. The tournament was a Round-Robin based tournament in Elite Groups A, B, C and D followed by Super League stages and Knockout matches.
Here you will get the current standings, teams qualified for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26, players performing to their potential and extensive summaries of every group.
What Is the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy?
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is the top Twenty20 cricket tournament in India which is conducted by the Board of Control for Cricket in India. It is the developmental ground for future IPL Stars and International cricketers.
The tournament has also served as a platform for several aspiring Indian stars such as Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, and Tilak Varma to strut their stuff.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26 Tournament Format
The tournament included:
- 38 teams
- 4 Elite Groups (8 teams each)
- 1 Plate Group (6 teams)
- Top two teams from each Elite Group qualified for the Super League
- Winners of the two Super League groups advanced to the final
Points System
| Result | Points |
| Win | 4 |
| No Result | 2 |
| Loss | 0 |
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Standings & Points Table 2025-26
Super League Group A
| Rank | Teams | Match | Won | Lost | Tied | N/R | PTS | NRR |
| 1 | Haryana | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 2.325 |
| 2 | Hyderabad (India) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | -0.413 |
| 3 | Mumbai | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | -0.701 |
| 4 | Rajasthan | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.472 |
Super League Group B
| Rank | Teams | Match | Won | Lost | Tied | N/R | PTS | NRR |
| 1 | Jharkhand | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.221 |
| 2 | Andhra | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | -0.113 |
| 3 | Madhya Pradesh | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.237 |
| 4 | Punjab | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.347 |
Elite Group A Standings
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Mumbai (Q) | 7 | 6 | 1 | 24 | 2.004 |
| 2 | Andhra Pradesh (Q) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 20 | 0.926 |
| 3 | Railways | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | -0.038 |
| 4 | Kerala | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | -0.057 |
| 5 | Vidarbha | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | -0.282 |
| 6 | Odisha | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | -0.543 |
| 7 | Assam | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | -0.627 |
| 8 | Chhattisgarh | 7 | 2 | 5 | 8 | -1.144 |
Elite Group B Standings
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Hyderabad (Q) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 20 | 1.423 |
| 2 | Madhya Pradesh (Q) | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 0.935 |
| 3 | Maharashtra | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 0.063 |
| 4 | Goa | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | -0.013 |
| 5 | Jammu & Kashmir | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | -0.538 |
| 6 | Uttar Pradesh | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 0.634 |
| 7 | Chandigarh | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | -1.092 |
| 8 | Bihar | 7 | 1 | 6 | 4 | -1.342 |
Elite Group C Standings
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Punjab (Q) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 20 | 2.716 |
| 2 | Haryana (Q) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 20 | 0.409 |
| 3 | Baroda | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 0.914 |
| 4 | Gujarat | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | -0.357 |
| 5 | Puducherry | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | -0.532 |
| 6 | Bengal | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | -0.834 |
| 7 | Himachal Pradesh | 7 | 1 | 6 | 4 | -0.442 |
| 8 | Services | 7 | 1 | 6 | 4 | -1.823 |
Elite Group D Standings
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Jharkhand (Q) | 7 | 7 | 0 | 28 | 1.976 |
| 2 | Rajasthan (Q) | 7 | 6 | 1 | 24 | 0.63 |
| 3 | Delhi | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 0.086 |
| 4 | Tamil Nadu | 7 | 3 | 4 | 12 | -0.777 |
| 5 | Karnataka | 7 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 0.678 |
| 6 | Saurashtra | 7 | 2 | 5 | 8 | -0.662 |
| 7 | Tripura | 7 | 2 | 5 | 8 | -0.915 |
| 8 | Uttarakhand | 7 | 1 | 6 | 4 | -0.993 |
Qualified Teams for the Super League
The following eight teams progressed from the Elite Groups:
- Mumbai
- Andhra Pradesh
- Hyderabad
- Madhya Pradesh
- Punjab
- Haryana
- Jharkhand
- Rajasthan
Final Result
In Finals, Jharkhand cricket team beat Haryana (cricket team)|Haryana by 69 runs won 1st Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title.
Jharkhand’s victory was a historic one, paved by remarkable all-round displays in the tournament.
Top Performers of the Tournament
Most Runs
- 517 Runs- Ishan Kishan (Jharkhand)
Most Wickets
- Ashok Sharma (Rajasthan) – 22 wickets
Player of the Tournament
- Anukul Roy (Jharkhand)
Team Analysis
1) Jharkhand– The Unbeaten Champions
Jharkhand finished first in their Super League group after winning seven consecutive league games before beating Kerala heavily in the summit contest. It was Ishan Kishan, who spearheaded the attack, while Anukul Roy also played a significant all-round role.
2) Mumbai– Strong Start, Super League Exit
Mumbai won Group A with six victories under Ajinkya Rahane but lost out to Haryana on Net Run Rate at the Super League stage leaving them one place short of the final.
3) Haryana– Consistent Throughout
Haryana, who topped a fiercely-fought Super League Group B before going down in the final to Jharkhand, had excellent balance.
4) Rajasthan– Surprise Package
Rajasthan shone in the group phase winning six of their eight matches with veteran left-arm spinner Ashok Sharma leading the attack.
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Why the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Standings Matter
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy standings offer valuable insights into:
- Team momentum and consistency
- Qualification scenarios
- Emerging domestic stars
- IPL scouting opportunities
- Fantasy cricket analysis
A strong finish in the standings often boosts a player’s chances of earning an Indian Premier League contract.
Records from the 2025-26 Season
- Highest Group Stage Points: Jharkhand (28)
- Best Net Run Rate: Punjab (+2.716)
- Unbeaten Team: Jharkhand
- Highest Run Scorer: Ishan Kishan (517)
- Highest Wicket-Taker: Ashok Sharma (22)
- First-Time Champions: Jharkhand
Conclusion
2025-26 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Standings: One of the most competitive seasons in years on the domestic circuit Mumbai, Punjab, Hyderabad and Rajasthan were brilliant but Jharkhand were simply relentless from start to finish.
In a stunning finale, Ishan Kishan and Anukul Roy guided them to an unassailable campaign that saw them clinch their maiden title without losing a match. Rankings showed the tale of dominance, tight qualification races and the newest stars in India’s T20 lineup for cricket fans and analysts.
FAQs
Who won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26?
Jharkhand won the tournament by defeating Haryana in the final.
Which team topped the overall group stage standings?
Jharkhand topped Group D with 28 points and remained unbeaten.
Who scored the most runs in the tournament?
Ishan Kishan scored 517 runs for Jharkhand.
Which bowler took the most wickets?
Ashok Sharma of Rajasthan finished with 22 wickets.
