Buchi Babu Trophy 2025: Full Schedule, Squads, Match Dates, Venues
The Buchi Babu Trophy 2025 is back in full swing, and for those who don’t know, it’s one of the top prestigious domestic cricket tournaments. The trophy was established several times before in honour of Mothavarpuni Buchi Babu Naidu, the founder of Indian cricket, and its trophy continues to be a platform for the next generation to showcase their talent. With the 2025 edition, cricket fans are set to witness outstanding, popular and exciting performances.
Tournament Overview
The Buchi Babu Trophy is not only a platform for local cricketers to prove their mettle but also a path to recognition at the highest level. The 2025 edition has once again tested the state-level and institution teams in the long-range bracket of cricket, their seriousness, patience and of course, aptitude. For many, performing here is a stepping stone to achieving the Ranji Trophy.
Full Schedule
The Buchi Babu Trophy 2025 Men’s tournament is scheduled to start from September 2 to September 25. The team has been preparing for the tournament since the fixtures began, with each semi-final and final being preceded by a round-robin match. With each game being of lesser importance, the tournament today is set to feature some of the finest performances by emerging Indian talent. The official schedule has already been announced by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA).
| Date | Teams | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18–20 | TNCA President’s XI vs HPCA | 9:30 AM IST | TNCA President’s XI won by 196 runs |
| Aug 18–20 | TNCA XI vs Mumbai | 9:30 AM IST | TNCA XI won by 2 wickets |
| Aug 18–20 | Chhattisgarh vs Maharashtra | 9:30 AM IST | Chhattisgarh won by 35 runs |
| Aug 18–20 | Jammu & Kashmir vs Indian Railways | 9:30 AM IST | Jammu & Kashmir won by 9 wickets |
| Aug 18–20 | Odisha vs Baroda | 9:30 AM IST | Baroda won by 113 runs |
| Aug 18–20 | Haryana vs Bengal | 9:30 AM IST | Haryana won by 100 runs |
| Aug 18–20 | MPCA vs Jharkhand | 9:30 AM IST | MPCA won by 8 wickets |
| Aug 18–20 | Hyderabad vs Punjab | 9:30 AM IST | Hyderabad won by 4 wickets |
| Aug 22–24 | TNCA XI vs Haryana | 9:30 AM IST | Match Drawn — TNCA XI took first innings lead |
| Aug 22–24 | TNCA President’s XI vs Maharashtra | 9:30 AM IST | Match Drawn — TNCA President’s XI took first innings lead |
| Aug 22–24 | Hyderabad vs Jharkhand | 9:30 AM IST | Hyderabad won by 2 wickets |
| Aug 22–24 | Punjab vs MPCA | 9:30 AM IST | MPCA won by 8 wickets |
| Aug 22–24 | Chhattisgarh vs HPCA | 9:30 AM IST | Match Drawn — Chhattisgarh took first innings lead |
| Aug 22–24 | Jammu & Kashmir vs Baroda | 9:30 AM IST | JKCA won by 10 wickets |
| Aug 22–24 | Mumbai vs Bengal | 9:30 AM IST | Match Drawn — Bengal took the first innings lead |
| Aug 22–24 | Indian Railways vs Odisha | 9:30 AM IST | Indian Railways won by 6 wickets |
| Aug 26–28 | TNCA President’s XI vs Chhattisgarh | 9:30 AM IST | TNCA President’s XI won by 59 runs |
| Aug 26–28 | TNCA XI vs Bengal | 9:30 AM IST | Bengal won by 6 wickets |
| Aug 26–28 | Mumbai vs Haryana | 9:30 AM IST | Haryana won by 5 wickets |
| Aug 26–28 | Indian Railways vs Baroda | 9:30 AM IST | Indian Railways won by 22 runs |
| Aug 26–28 | Hyderabad vs MPCA | 9:30 AM IST | Hyderabad won by an innings & 59 runs |
| Aug 26–28 | Punjab vs Jharkhand | 9:30 AM IST | Jharkhand won by 131 runs |
| Aug 26–28 | Jammu & Kashmir vs Odisha | 9:30 AM IST | Odisha won by 118 runs |
| Aug 26–28 | Maharashtra vs HPCA | 9:30 AM IST | Maharashtra won by 180 runs |
| Aug 31–Sep 3 | TNCA President’s XI vs Jammu & Kashmir (SF) | 9:30 AM IST | TNCA President’s XI won as JKCA conceded the match |
| Aug 31–Sep 3 | Haryana vs Hyderabad (SF) | 9:30 AM IST | — |
| Sep 6–9 | TNCA President’s XI vs Winner of SF2 (Final) | 9:30 AM IST | — |
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Squads Announced
The teams who will be participating in this are Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Railways, among many others. Squads are a mix of senior professionals along with their young players who are eager to leave a mark. Tamil Nadu will rely on its experienced domestic stars, while Karnataka continues to showcase its power-packed existing powerful team. Mumbai, who is also known for its cricketing heritage, brings in a balanced unit by combining both all-rounders and specialist bowlers.
Match Venues
The tournament will firstly be played across stadiums in Chennai, which includes your iconic M.A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) and other TNCA-recognized grounds. The use of traditional venues not only maintains the legacy but also provides a great platform for players to experience conditions which are similar to first-class cricket. Chennai’s pitches are expected to assist both batters and spinners, thus, adding balance to the contest.
Conclusion
If we can talk about a tournament within us, it will be the Buchi Babu Trophy 2025. With its prosperity and the power to organize women, this period will help the officials to organize a new group, solidarity and cricket players. Fans should also look forward to new heroes as well as memorable ones. Chennai once again has a cricketing image.
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FAQs: People Also Ask
Q1. When will Buchi Babu Trophy 2025 start and end?
The tournament will start from September 2 in Chennai and will end on September 25, 2025.
Q2. Which teams are participating in Buchi Babu Trophy 2025?
The teams playing this year include teams from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Railways and many more.
Q3. In which stadium will the Buchi Babu Trophy 2025 matches be played?
Most of the matches will be played at the famous stadium – M.A. Chidambaram Stadium and various other TNCA-sanctioned grounds.
Q4. Why is Buchi Babu Trophy so important for Indian cricket?
It provides opportunities for local players to showcase their skills and move towards higher cricketing levels.
Q5. Who organizes the Buchi Babu Trophy tournament every year?
The Buchi Babu Trophy is organized every year by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA).
