Maharaja Trophy 2025: Match 5, BB vs HT Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between BB vs HT?

Bengaluru Blasters (BB) are all set to face Hubli Tigers (HT) in match No. 5 of the ongoing Maharaja Trophy 2025 at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore on Wednesday, August 13.

The Blasters started their campaign with a 39-run defeat to the Mysore Warriors. Manish Pandey led the Warriors from the front as they posted 180/5 in 20 overs. In reply, Mayank Agarwal scored a fighting 66 off 49 balls, but the Blasters were bowled out for 141 in 19.2 overs.

Hubli Tigers, on the other hand, batted brilliantly in their opening game against Shivamogga Lions. They posted 216/4 after being asked to bat first. Mohammed Taha smashed 101 off 53 balls, and skipper Padikkal also slammed a belligerent half-century. The Tigers won the match by 29 runs as Aniruddha Joshi's blitzkrieg helped the Lions reduce the margin of defeat.

Match Details

Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground Pitch Report

The Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadiyar Ground has been a brilliant venue for batters so far in the tournament. In the first three matches, the average first-innings total has been 192. Chasing hasn't been easy on this ground. The captain who wins the toss would want to bat first and post a big first-innings score.

BB vs HT Head-to-Head Record

BB vs HT Predicted Playing 11s

Bengaluru Blasters

LR Chethan, Rohan Patil, Mayank Agarwal (C), Bhuvan Raja, Shubhang Hegde, Suraj Ahuja (WK), Rohan Naveen, Naveen MG, Vidyadhar Patil, Mohsin Khan, Prateek Jain.

Hubli Tigers

Prakhar Chaturvedi, Mohammed Taha, Devdutt Padikal (C), Krishnan Shrijith (WK), Abhinav Manohar, Manvanth Kumar L, Karthikeya KP, Ritesh Bhatkal, Nishchith Pai, KC Cariappa, Sankalp Shettennavar.

Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Devdutt Padikkal

The seasoned Devdutt Padikkal played a brilliant knock in the game against Shivamogga Lions. He smashed a 32-ball 52, belting eight fours and one six. The southpaw will look to continue from where he left off against the Lions.

Probable Best Bowler: Shubhang Hegde

Shubhang Hegde bowled with a lot of guile in the encounter against Mysore Warriors. He finished with remarkable figures of 3/23 in four overs. His spell through the middle overs is going to be very crucial role Bengaluru Blasters.

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

Scenario 1

• Bengaluru Blasters win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 50-60
• BB: 180-190
• Bengaluru Blasters win the match

Scenario 2

• Hubli Tigers win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 55-65
• HT: 175-185
• Hubli Tigers 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.