Col CK Nayudu Trophy

Past Col CK Nayudu Trophy Editions

• 2025-2026 Season

  Tamil Nadu lifted the Col CK Nayudu Trophy in the 2025-2026 season, completing a memorable campaign that ran from October 16, 2025 to March 11, 2026. They defeated Maharashtra by 7 wickets in the Elite final at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul, securing their first title in the competition. The tournament followed its familiar structure with 38 teams split across four Elite groups and one Plate group, maintaining the round‑robin format that continues to shape India’s U23 talent pipeline. Bihar claimed the Plate championship, highlighting the growing competitiveness among emerging cricket regions.

  The season stood out for its balanced scheduling, competitive group stages, and the continued rise of younger squads that kept fans and cricket betting followers engaged throughout. With promotion and relegation once again influencing team strategies, the tournament reinforced its role as a crucial stepping stone toward Ranji Trophy selection. The 2025-2026 edition ultimately showcased disciplined cricket, strong regional performances, and a deep pool of future-ready players, further strengthening the CK Nayudu Trophy’s importance in India’s domestic structure.

• 2024-2025 Season

  Karnataka won the Col CK Nayudu Trophy in the 2024-2025 season, beating Uttar Pradesh with a lead in the first game in a thrilling final. Notable players included Aneesh KV, who won the MA Chidambaram Trophy as the Elite group's top run scorer, and P Vidyuth, who took the most wickets. Hem Chetri scored the most runs in the Plate group, and Neizekho Rupreo took the most wickets. The rise of North-Eastern teams was a memorable plot point. Meghalaya and Nagaland were promoted to the Elite groups, which showed how good the cricketing in that area was getting. During the season, there were also fierce battles, especially between Haryana and Mumbai. Fans and bettors alike were captivated by high-scoring games.

  There were 37 teams in the 2024-2025 tournament. They were split into four Elite groups, with three groups having eight teams and one having seven teams, and one Plate group having six teams. In a round-robin style, teams in the Elite groups played seven games and teams in the Plate groups played five. The top two teams from each Elite group went to the quarterfinals, then the semi-finals, and finally the final. The top two teams from each Plate group played in a different final. With bonus points for batting and bowling achievements, the points system recognized smart play. Some games ended in draws because of bad weather, which showed how important it was to have a lead in the first innings. This kept bettors on edge because the results depended on tactical decisions.

  There was a big effect on Indian cricket after the 2024 tournament, especially on the growth of younger players. A lot of players from the game went on to play for their states in the Indian Premier League (IPL). This made it an important event for rising stars. There was also more coverage in the media, and as local cricket became more famous, more people watched and bet on it. The tournament's finances have changed over time, with more business sponsors putting money into its success. Because of the extra money, more marketing and advertising have been done to make it a well-known game in Indian cricket.

  Cricket betting fans in India can look forward to a fun and interesting season with the 2025 Col CK Nayudu Trophy. Having Elite and Plate Leagues adds a new level of uncertainty and interest, giving players more points to think about when they place their bets. This year's event has a lot of betting possibilities because of new performers, changed formats, and more media coverage. To improve their chances of winning, bettors should keep up with changes to teams, player results, and the state of the venue. The Col CK Nayudu Trophy betting tips in India will help you learn more about this exciting competition as the event becomes more well-known.

• Earlier Seasons

  The previous season of the Col CK Nayudu Trophy was held on March 2024. A total of 37 teams participated in this tournament. Out of these only four teams qualified for the semi-finals which were Uttar Pradesh, Mumbai, Vidarbha, and Karnataka. The Col CK Nayudu Trophy's first semi-final, which played Mumbai against Uttar Pradesh, took place at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur on March 3, 2024. After opting to bat first, Uttar Pradesh scored a massive 381 runs in 136.5 overs. Mumbai's reply was much worse, scoring only 203 runs in 43.2 overs. Uttar Pradesh showed off their great play in the early innings of the game, as seen by their substantial lead in the first innings, even though the match ended in a draw.

  On March 3, 2024, the second semi-final pitted Karnataka against Vidarbha at VCA Kalamna in Nagpur. Vidarbha had a difficult first innings, managing to score only 73 runs in 37.2 overs. Benefiting from this, Karnataka scored a formidable 466 runs in 122.3 overs. Even though Vidarbha scored 256 runs in 49.0 overs during their second innings, it was unable to close the gap. In their second innings, Karnataka scored 141 runs in 44.1 overs, needing only a modest total to win. Karnataka qualified for the final and won by 278 runs because of their impressive performance.

  Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh faced off in the Col CK Nayudu Trophy final on March 10, 2024, at Bangalore's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. After batting first, Karnataka scored 358 runs in 99.5 overs. They then had an even more impressive second innings, scoring 585 runs in 151.5 overs. In their first innings, Uttar Pradesh was quite weak, scoring just 139 runs in 46.2 overs. They scored 174 runs for six wickets in 31.0 overs during their second innings. Karnataka's commanding lead in the first innings made sure they won the trophy even if the game ended in a tie. They were the better team the entire time.

* Earlier editions (1973–2013 and 2020–2021) are not documented