With the BCCI letting state associations choose from a combination of three tournaments, Ranji Trophy, Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 and Vijay Hazare Trophy (one-dayers), to begin the COVID-hit domestic season, it is learnt that most affiliated units are not keen on conducting the country's premier domestic tournament, the Ranji Trophy this season.

The four options BCCI provided are: Only Ranji Trophy, only Syed Mushtaq Ali T20, Ranji Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 or Vijay Hazare Trophy and Mushtaq Ali T20.