Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021: A Comprehensive Review
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is one of the most prestigious domestic T20 tournaments in Indian cricket, featuring 28 teams from across the country. The tournament is named after Syed Mushtaq Ali, a legendary Indian cricketer who played for India and was also the captain of the Madras Cricket Club.History of the Tournament
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy was first held in 2006-07 season, with Railways emerging as the inaugural champions. The tournament has since become an annual event, with teams from various states and associations participating in it. The tournament is played in a round-robin format, followed by knockout stages.Format of the Tournament
The tournament features 28 teams, divided into seven groups of four teams each. Each team plays three matches against other teams in their group, with the top two teams from each group qualifying for the next stage. The quarterfinals are played between the top two teams from each group, followed by semifinals and the final.Teams Participating in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021
A total of 28 teams participated in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021, including the following: * Andhra Pradesh * Arunachal Pradesh * Assam * Baroda * Bengal * Bihar * Chhattisgarh * Delhi * Goa * Gujarat * Haryana * Himachal Pradesh * Jammu and Kashmir * Jharkhand * Karnataka * Kerala * Madhya Pradesh * Maharashtra * Odisha * Punjab * Rajasthan * Saurashtra * Services * Tamil Nadu * Tripura * Uttar Pradesh * Vidarbha * West BengalWinner of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021
The winner of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021 was Tamil Nadu, who defeated Baroda in the final by 7 wickets.Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021: Key Statistics and Facts
| Tournament | Teams | Matches Played | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021 | 28 | 134 | Tamil Nadu |
- The tournament featured a total of 134 matches, with each team playing at least 6 matches.
- The top two teams from each group qualified for the knockout stage.
- The final was played between Tamil Nadu and Baroda, with Tamil Nadu emerging as the winner by 7 wickets.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021: Player Performances
Some of the standout performers in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021 include:- Ruturaj Gaikwad: The talented young batsman from Maharashtra scored 409 runs at an average of 36.27 and a strike rate of 134.38.
- Washington Sundar: The all-rounder from Tamil Nadu took 14 wickets at an average of 13.50 and an economy rate of 6.25, while also scoring 144 runs at an average of 24.00 and a strike rate of 121.88.
- Vijay Shankar: The all-rounder from Tamil Nadu took 10 wickets at an average of 15.50 and an economy rate of 6.33, while also scoring 164 runs at an average of 24.00 and a strike rate of 124.07.
These players were instrumental in their teams' success during the tournament, showcasing their skills and talent on the field.