GSL 2025: Match 5, HUR vs RAN Match Prediction – Who will win today’s GSL match between HUR vs RAN?

The thrilling action will continue in the Global Super League (GSL) 2025 as Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) and Rangpur Riders (RAN) will take on each other in Match 5 on Sunday, July 13, at Providence Stadium in Guyana. Hurricanes are coming into the game having won their opening fixture against Dubai Capitals by seven wickets. They currently find themselves in the second spot of the points table with two points to their name.

On the other hand, defending champions Rangpur Riders are also coming into the game having won their opening game against Guyana Amazon Warriors by a narrow eight runs. They’re ranked just below Hobart in the third spot with two points to their name as well. In the upcoming fixture, both teams will be looking to record another win. 

Match Details

Pitch Report

The slow nature of the playing surface at the Providence Stadium in Guyana tends to make it difficult for batters to play their free-flowing strokes. Bowlers have received considerable assistance here of late. The team winning the toss will look to bat first.

Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing XIs

Hobart Hurricanes

Ben McDermott(c/w), Jake Doran, Macalister Wright, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Nikhil Chaudhary, Mohammad Nabi, Fabian Allen, Odean Smith, Jackson Bird, Billy Stanlake, Usama Mir

Rangpur Riders

Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Ben McDermott

Hobart Hurricanes captain Ben McDermott played a brilliant knock of 48 (24) in the opening fixture against Dubai Capitals, lacing his innings with five boundaries and three sixes. He’s likely to continue his same form in the upcoming fixture and help his team get their second win of the season.

Probable Best Bowler: Khaled Ahmed

Rangpur Riders' Khaled Ahmed was the leading wicket-taker of the first match with figures of 4/36 in four overs. The right-arm seamer will look to add more wickets to his tally in the upcoming fixture. 

Today's Match Prediction: Team Batting First to win the match

Scenario 1

• Hobart Hurricanes win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 45-50
• HUR: 145-150
• Hobart Hurricanes win the match

Scenario 2

• Rangpur Riders win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 50-55
• RAN: 150-155
• Rangpur Riders win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.