Maharaja Trophy 2025: Final, HT vs MD Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between HT vs MD?

Hubli Tigers will take on Mangalore Dragons in the final of the Maharaja T20 Trophy 2025 at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore.

Tigers recently crushed Dragons by 110 runs in Qualifier 1. The former ended up second on the points table after winning seven out of their 10 matches. They are coming into the summit clash on the back of colossal wins against Shivamogga Lions (round-robin phase) and Mangalore Dragons (Qualifier 1) by 105 runs and 110 runs, respectively.

Mangalore Dragons, on the other hand, emerged table-toppers. Their four-match winning streak was ended by Tigers in Qualifier 1. However, they came back strongly to register a seven-wicket win against Bengaluru Blasters in Qualifier 2 to book their spot in the final. 

Match Details

Pitch Report

The surface at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground has been friendly for batters throughout the tournament. Batters will be expected to play their shots freely once set. The bowlers with variations will be key.

HT vs MD Head to Head Record

Probable Playing XIs

Hubli Tigers (HT):

Devdutt Padikkal, Mohammed Taha (c), Abhinav Manohar, Manvanth Kumar L, Krishnan Shrijith, Karthikeya KP, Shivkumar Rakshith (wk), Ritesh Bhatkal, KC Cariappa, Shreesha Achar, Nithin Nagaraja

Impact Player: Nathan D'Mello

Mangalore Dragons (MD):

Lochan Gowda, Sharath BR, Thippa Reddy, Aneesh KV, Macneil Hadley Noronha, S Shivaraj, Aadarsh Prajwal (wk), Shreyas Gopal (c), Kranthi Kumar, Sachin Shinde, Ronit More

Impact Player:Thippa Reddy

Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Sharath BR

The dynamic top-order batter has been providing some fiery starts with the bat for Mangalore. Another similar one from his end could help the team tilt the momentum early in their innings. 

Probable Best Bowler: KC Cariappa

Cariappa's mystery spin has worked quite well this campaign. Ahead of the all-important clash, he has conceded only 249 runs in 223 balls bowled. The seasoned pro is expected to deliver another frugal performance. 

Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario 1

Hubli Tigers win the toss and opt to bat first.
Powerplay: 45-55
HT: 165-185
Hubli Tigers win the match.

Scenario 2

Mangalore Dragons win the toss and opt to bat first.
Powerplay: 40-50
SOB: 150-170
Mangalore Dragons 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.