The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2024 got off to a blazing start with high-scoring matches and standout performances on the opening day.

All-rounder Hardik Pandya hammered a 74 off 35 balls (6x4, 5x6) as Baroda scored a five-wicket win over Gujarat

Shahbaz Ahmed's unbeaten century (100* off 49 balls) steered Bengal to a thrilling four-wicket victory over defending champions Punjab in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Bengal, reeling at 10/4, were rescued by Ahmed and Sudip Gharami's 110-run partnership.

Indian batter Sanju Samson continued to be amongst the runs in the 20-over format. After slamming two tons for India in the recently concluded four-match T20I series versus South Africa, Samson has started well in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy - India's premier T20 domestic competition.

It was an entertaining day in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024 with plenty of top Indian stars in action. Tilak Varma was the standout performer of the day as he plundered 151* ag

The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy witnessed thrilling matches with star performances. Bengal defeated Punjab, thanks to Shahbaz Ahmed's unbeaten century. Hardik Pandya's all-round heroics powered Baroda past Gujarat.

The chief protagonist in Tamil Nadu’s triumphant start was B. Indrajith, who slammed a career-best 78 off 39 balls with five fours and as many sixes to boot.

Shreyas Iyer and Mohammed Shami are looking to use strong performances in the tournament to boost their chances in the upcoming IPL 2025 auction.

Tilak Varma makes history with three consecutive T20 centuries, setting records in men's cricket and retaining by Mumbai Indians.

The Bengal man Shami earlier made his red-ball return in a Ranji Trophy match against Madhya Pradesh in Indore and was impressive while picking up seven wickets.

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Standings, Results on. Check out the Complete List of Results and Latest Points Table after matches.