Uttar Pradesh

The Uttar Pradesh cricket team, formerly United Provinces Cricket Team, is a domestic cricket team which is based in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, run by the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association. The team competes in the first-class cricket tournament Ranji Trophy and limited-overs Vijay Hazare Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. They have won the Ranji Trophy in 2005–06 and have been runners-up on five occasions. Cricketers such as Suresh Raina, Mohammad Kaif, Piyush Chawla, Rudra Pratap Singh, Praveen Kumar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav have passed through Uttar Pradesh and gone on to represent India.

The Uttar Pradesh cricket team is a prominent regional team representing the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh in domestic cricket competitions. Known for their passionate fan base and rich cricketing culture, Uttar Pradesh has produced several notable cricketers who have gone on to represent India at the international level. The team competes in major domestic tournaments such as the Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. With a strong emphasis on nurturing young talent and fostering competitive cricket, Uttar Pradesh continues to be a vital contributor to India's cricketing landscape. Their home matches are primarily played at prominent venues like the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, showcasing the state's enthusiasm for the sport.