Archive · 8 Dec 2025
MCA to Host Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Knockouts in Pune
The Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) is happy that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked them to host the knockout matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) in Pune.
The matches were originally supposed to be in Indore, but they had to move because of a big doctors' meeting there.
The MCA is ready to make sure everything goes smoothly and that the players, officials, and fans have a great time.
They will play the matches at two stadiums in Pune.
There are also some problems with flights that might make it hard for teams to get to the matches on time.
A famous cricket player, Yashasvi Jaiswal, will play for Mumbai in these matches.
MCA to host Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy knockouts in Pune due to accommodation constraints in Indore.
Matches will be held at MCA International Stadium and DY Patil Academy Ground.
Final scheduled for December 18.
MCA expresses gratitude to BCCI for the opportunity and commits to a top-class experience.
Logistical concerns due to IndiGo flight delays and cancellations may affect team travel.
- Who
- Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA), BCCI, Yashasvi Jaiswal
- What
- Hosting of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy knockouts
- When
- Final on December 18
- Where
- Pune, Maharashtra
- Why
- Accommodation constraints in Indore due to a major conference of doctors and logistical concerns
- Event
- Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) knockouts
- Original Venue
- Indore
- New Venue
- Pune
- Hosting Body
- Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA)
- Final Date
- December 18
- Stadiums
- MCA International Stadium, DY Patil Academy Ground
- Logistical Concerns
- IndiGo flight delays and cancellations
- Key Player
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (Mumbai)
Sources
Sincerely thank BCCI for entrusting MCA with SMAT knockouts hosting, says Pawar
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025: SMAT Super League schedule, qualified teams, league stage points table
MCA Chief Rohit Pawar Thanks BCCI As Pune Set To Host Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Knockouts Amid Shift From Indore
