Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27: Teams, Schedule, Fixtures, Results, Points Table & Winners
Follow the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27, India’s premier domestic 50-over cricket championship. Explore the complete schedule, 38 teams, group fixtures, live scores, points tables, knockout dates, squads, venues, historical records, winners list and tournament format across four Elite groups and the Plate group.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 at a Glance
The Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 marks the 34th edition of India’s most prestigious domestic List A cricket competition. Follow the latest Vijay Hazare Trophy schedule, teams, fixtures, results and points tables as 38 state and regional sides compete for the 50-over championship.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Vijay Hazare Trophy |
| Format | List A (50 overs) |
| Country | India |
| Organised By | Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) |
| First Season | 2002-03 |
| 2026-27 Edition | 34th Season |
| Teams | 38 (32 Elite + 6 Plate) |
| Elite Groups | 4 Groups (A, B, C, D) of 8 teams each |
| Plate Group | 1 Group of 6 teams |
| 2026-27 Start Date | December 2026 (TBC) |
| 2026-27 Final | January 2027 (TBC) |
| Defending Champion | Vidarbha (1st title, 2025-26) |
| Most Successful | Tamil Nadu & Karnataka (5 titles each) |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Live Scores | BCCI.tv / IndCricLeague |
What is the Vijay Hazare Trophy?
The Vijay Hazare Trophy is India’s premier domestic List A cricket competition, organised annually by the BCCI. Contested by 38 teams representing Indian states, union territories and regional cricket associations, it is the country’s most important 50-over tournament outside international cricket. The competition serves as the primary platform for Indian cricketers to showcase their one-day skills and press for national selection.
Originally introduced as the Ranji One Day Trophy in 1993-94, the tournament was restructured and renamed in 2007-08 in honour of Vijay Hazare, the legendary Indian batsman who captained India to its first Test series win and was a pioneer of Indian cricket. The modern format was established in 2002-03 with a group-based structure.
The 2026-27 season follows India’s international white-ball commitments, including the India vs West Indies ODI series and the India vs Afghanistan T20I series. You can also follow India’s campaign at the Asian Games Cricket 2026 for more limited-overs action.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 Season Summary
The Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 is scheduled to take place in December 2026 and January 2027, marking the 34th edition of the tournament. The competition features all 38 teams from the Ranji Trophy structure, divided into four Elite groups and one Plate group.
The tournament follows the established 50-over List A format, with teams playing round-robin group matches before the top sides advance to the knockout stage. The league phase is typically condensed into a busy three-week window, with matches played across multiple venues simultaneously.
Vidarbha enter the 2026-27 season as defending champions after winning their maiden title in 2025-26, defeating Saurashtra in the final. The knockout phase will once again feature quarter-finals, semi-finals and the final, with the championship decider played under lights at a premier domestic venue.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 Teams
The Vijay Hazare Trophy features 38 teams divided into four Elite groups and one Plate group. Each Elite team plays seven group matches, while Plate teams play five.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 Format
The Vijay Hazare Trophy follows a round-robin league stage followed by an exciting knockout format.
Round-Robin League
32 Elite teams in 4 groups of 8. Each team plays 7 group matches. 6 Plate teams play 5 matches.
Quarter-Finals
Top 2 teams from each Elite group (8 total) advance to the quarter-finals. Knockout matches over 50 overs.
Semi-Finals
Four quarter-final winners progress to the semi-finals. Day-night fixtures at premier venues.
Final
The championship decider played as a day-night 50-over match. Winner crowned Vijay Hazare champions.
Teams earn 4 points for a win and 2 points for a no-result. Net Run Rate (NRR) is used to separate teams level on points. The top two teams from each Elite group qualify for the quarter-finals.
The Plate group winner earns promotion to the Elite division for the following season, while the lowest-ranked Elite team across all four groups is relegated to the Plate group, ensuring competitive balance throughout the tournament structure.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 Schedule & Fixtures
The Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 schedule is expected to feature approximately 135 matches across multiple venues. Check our live cricket scores page for match updates.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 Points Table
| Pos | Team | Mat | Won | Lost | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tamil Nadu | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2 | Karnataka | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 3 | Mumbai | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 4 | Vidarbha | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 5 | Saurashtra | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 6 | Haryana | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 7 | Punjab | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 8 | Delhi | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
* Points table will be updated as matches are completed. All teams begin the season on 0 points.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 Key Squads
Expected squads and key players for the leading Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 teams.
| Team | Captain | Key Players |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | Narayan Jagadeesan | B. Sai Sudharsan, Baba Indrajith, R Sai Kishore, Gurjapneet Singh, Pradosh Ranjan Paul |
| Karnataka | Mayank Agarwal | Devdutt Padikkal, Karun Nair, Shreyas Gopal, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Abhilash Shetty |
| Mumbai | Shardul Thakur | Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shivam Dube, Shams Mulani |
| Vidarbha | Harsh Dubey | Atharva Taide, Yash Rathod, Aman Mokhade, Darshan Nalkande, Yash Thakur |
| Saurashtra | Harvik Desai | Prerak Mankad, Vishvaraj Jadeja, Chetan Sakariya, Chirag Jani, Dharmendrasinh Jadeja |
| Haryana | Ankit Kumar | Nishant Sindhu, Rahul Tewatia, Yashvardhan Dalal, Himanshu Rana, Anshul Kamboj |
| Punjab | Prabhsimran Singh | Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, Anmolpreet Singh, Sanvir Singh |
| Delhi | Rishabh Pant / Ayush Badoni | Virat Kohli, Ishant Sharma, Nitish Rana, Navdeep Saini, Harsh Tyagi |
Note: Final squads are subject to BCCI selection and player availability. Senior India players are often required to participate in at least two Vijay Hazare matches as part of their domestic cricket commitments, adding star power to the tournament.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 Venues
Vijay Hazare Trophy matches are staged across multiple BCCI-approved venues simultaneously, ensuring efficient completion of the packed schedule.
Other Venues: Alur Cricket Grounds (Bengaluru), Anantam Ground (Jaipur), JSCA International Stadium (Ranchi), Kotambi Stadium (Vadodara), Moti Bagh Stadium (Vadodara), KL Saini Ground (Jaipur), Gujarat College Ground (Ahmedabad), ADSA Railways Ground (Ahmedabad)
Vijay Hazare Trophy History
The tournament began in 2002-03 as a restructured national one-day competition, though its origins trace back to the Ranji One Day Trophy started in 1993-94. Tamil Nadu won the inaugural edition, defeating Punjab in the final, and have since become the most successful side alongside Karnataka with five titles each.
The competition was renamed the Vijay Hazare Trophy in 2007-08 to honour the legendary Indian batsman who scored India’s first Test double-century and captained the side to its first Test series victory. Since then, 11 different teams have lifted the trophy, reflecting the competitive balance of Indian domestic cricket.
Recent years have seen first-time champions emerge, with Himachal Pradesh (2021-22), Haryana (2023-24) and Vidarbha (2025-26) all breaking their duck. The 2026-27 season promises to continue this trend of intense competition.
Vijay Hazare Trophy Winners List
| Season | Champion | Runner-up | Player of the Tournament |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-03 | Tamil Nadu | Punjab | Sridharan Sriram |
| 2004-05 | Tamil Nadu / Uttar Pradesh (Shared) | — | — |
| 2013-14 | Karnataka | Railways | Robin Uthappa |
| 2017-18 | Karnataka | Saurashtra | Mayank Agarwal |
| 2018-19 | Mumbai | Delhi | Aditya Tare |
| 2021-22 | Himachal Pradesh | Tamil Nadu | Shubham Arora |
| 2022-23 | Saurashtra | Maharashtra | Sheldon Jackson |
| 2023-24 | Haryana | Rajasthan | Nishant Sindhu |
| 2024-25 | Karnataka | Vidarbha | Karun Nair |
| 2025-26 | Vidarbha | Saurashtra | Aman Mokhade |
| 2026-27 | TBD | TBD | TBC |
Most Successful Teams: Tamil Nadu (5), Karnataka (5), Mumbai (4), Saurashtra (1), Delhi (1), Gujarat (1), Himachal Pradesh (1), Haryana (1), Jharkhand (1), Railways (1), Vidarbha (1).
Vijay Hazare Trophy Records
Why the Vijay Hazare Trophy Is Vital for Indian Cricket
The Vijay Hazare Trophy is the most important 50-over competition in Indian domestic cricket. It serves as the primary selection ground for India’s ODI and middle-format squads, with national selectors closely monitoring performances throughout the tournament. Players who dominate here often earn India A call-ups, IPL contracts and eventually senior national team berths.
For white-ball specialists, the tournament provides a structured 50-over environment to develop innings-building skills, death bowling and middle-over spin strategies. With the ODI format remaining central to ICC events, the Vijay Hazare Trophy ensures India maintains a healthy pipeline of List A talent.
The 2026-27 season arrives after India’s international schedule that includes the West Indies ODI series and the Afghanistan T20I series. It also serves as preparation for the Asian Games Cricket 2026, where India’s best limited-overs players will represent the nation.
Vijay Hazare Trophy FAQs
What is the Vijay Hazare Trophy?
The Vijay Hazare Trophy is India’s premier domestic List A (50-over) cricket competition, organised by the BCCI. It features 38 teams competing in a group stage followed by knockouts.
When did the Vijay Hazare Trophy start?
The tournament began in 2002-03 as a national 50-over competition. It was renamed the Vijay Hazare Trophy in 2007-08 in honour of the legendary Indian batsman.
How many teams play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy?
The tournament features 38 teams — 32 in the Elite division (4 groups of 8) and 6 in the Plate division.
Which team has won the most Vijay Hazare Trophy titles?
Tamil Nadu and Karnataka are the most successful teams with 5 titles each. Mumbai follows with 4 titles.
Who won the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26?
Vidarbha won their maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy title in 2025-26, defeating Saurashtra by 38 runs in the final. Atharva Taide was Player of the Final.
Where can I watch Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 live?
Matches are streamed live on JioHotstar and the BCCI.tv platform. Select matches are also broadcast on the Star Sports Network. Live scores are available on IndCricLeague.
What is the format of the Vijay Hazare Trophy?
The tournament follows a round-robin group stage where Elite teams play 7 matches and Plate teams play 5. The top 2 from each Elite group qualify for the quarter-finals, followed by semi-finals and a final.
When is the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 played?
The Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026-27 is scheduled for December 2026 to January 2027, typically running for approximately four weeks including the knockout phase.
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