The prestigious Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi Trophy is likely to retire soon; at least that's what recent news suggests. According to reports from Cricbuzz, the update may be implied from the coming India vs. England series scheduled for June-July 2025. Named after the former legendary Indian cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan, the trophy respects the legacy of the Pataudi family, especially Iftikhar Ali Khan and Mansoor Ali Khan, who captained their respective teams. However, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has not given any official statement nor any rigid reason behind the retirement of the trophy. Rather, sources close to the board have clarified that it is natural for a Trophy to retire apparently as time moves on. The source said, "That is the understanding from ECB. Apparently, trophies are retired after some time." According to the discussions, the trophy might be named after some living legends of the sport. Meanwhile, it has also been revealed that the Pataudi family has been informed about the proceedings. Read also: Watch: CSK Ignored Future Stars? Scout Drops Truth Bomb What is MAK Pataudi Trophy? The Pataudi Trophy is a prestigious award given to the winner of the Test series between India and England when played in England. Instituted in 2007, it was created to commemorate 75 years since the first-ever Test match between the two nations in 1932. Designed by London silversmith Jocelyn Burton, the trophy is named in honor of the Pataudi family, a significant name in cricket history. Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi, who played Test cricket for both England and India, and his son, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, a legendary Indian captain, are the inspirations behind the trophy. The trophy recognizes their contributions to the game and symbolizes the competitive cricketing legacy between the two countries. Before the trophy’s introduction, England and India had already played 14 Test series in England, with England winning 11, India two, and one series ending in a draw. The Pataudi Trophy follows the tradition that if a series is drawn, the team holding the trophy retains it. While India and England compete for the Pataudi Trophy in England, the Anthony de Mello Trophy is awarded for the same contest in India. However, efforts have been made to unify the two series under the Pataudi Trophy’s name.