2012–13 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

The 2012–13 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy was the sixth season of India's premier domestic Twenty20 cricket tournament, named after the legendary cricketer Syed Mushtaq Ali. Organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the tournament featured regional teams competing in a knock-out format. The competition commenced on February 22, 2013, and concluded on March 2, 2013. The tournament was won by the Suryakumar Yadav-led team from Mumbai, who secured the title by defeating the Tamil Nadu team in a thrilling final held in Kolkata. This edition highlighted emerging talents in Indian cricket, contributing to the ongoing popularity and development of the Twenty20 format within the country's sports landscape.