5 of the best Madhya Pradesh exports in Indian cricket

#5 Syed Mushtaq Ali

Syed Mushtaq Ali was the first Indian to muster a century away from home

And finally, the legendary Syed Mushtaq Ali. Born in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, his talents were initially spotted by another legendary figure, CK Nayudu.

At the age of 13, Nayudu took him under his wing and became a mentor to him. The talent in Mushtaq Ali was special and he displayed just that in his career that spanned for almost two decades. In 1936, Mushtaq Ali made history by becoming the first ever Indian batsman to score a century outside India when he hit a ton for his team in Manchester, England.

Mushtaq Ali was also an iconic figure in the domestic circuit, he was a superstar in his own mould. His aggressive nature on the pitch made him a nightmare for the bowlers that faced him and made him a unique player, given that his aggressiveness was a trait beyond its time.

To celebrate his achievements, the BCCI named a domestic tournament the Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy to ensure his name reverberates in the history of Indian cricket. A fitting tribute, indeed!