Maharaja Trophy 2025: Match 7, MW vs MD Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between MW vs MD?

Defending champions Mysore Warriors (MW) face Mangalore Dragons (MD) in match No. 7 of the ongoing Maharaja Trophy 2025 at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore on Thursday, August 14.

Manish Pandey's Mysore Warriors have played two matches so far this season. They started with a 39-run defeat to Bengaluru Blasters. However, they bounced back like Warriors to register an eight-wicket win against Gulbarga Mystics.

On the other hand, Mangalore Dragons, led by Shreyas Gopal, defeated Gulbarga Mystics by 33 runs in their opening fixture, defending a 181-run target. The Dragons will take on Shivamogga Lions on Wednesday before their clash against Mysore Warriors.

Match Details

Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground Pitch Report

Playing at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground is turning out to be a nightmare for the bowlers in the Maharaja Trophy 2025. The average first innings total in the first five games has been 197. Three out of the five games have been won by teams batting first.

MW vs MD Head-to-Head Record

MW vs MD Probable Playing XIs

Mysore Warriors

Karthil CA, SU Karthik, M Venkatesh, Harshil Dharmani, Manish Pandey (C), Sumit Kumar (WK), Yashovardhan Parantap, Krishnappa Gowtham, Shikhar Shetty, Lankesh KS, LR Kumar.

Mangalore Dragons

Lochan Gowda, Sharath BR (WK), Manceil Hadley Noronha, Aneesh KV, Aadarsh Prajwal, Shreyas Gopal (C), S Shivaraj, Kranthi Kumar, Abhilash Shetty, Pras Gurbax Arya, Shreevathsa Acharya.

Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Muralidhara Venkatesh

The 25-year-old Mysore Warriors batter was dismissed cheaply in the first game, but he looked in stellar touch in the second. Muralidhara Venkatesh slammed a 50-ball 77. He will play a crucial role at the important No. 3 position.

Probable Best Bowler: Shreyas Gopal

Shreyas Gopal could be the bowler to watch out for. The experienced leg-spinner had a great outing in the game against Gulbarga Mystics. He finished with figures of 3/30 in his four-over spell. Gopal's performance with the ball will be important for the Dragons.

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

Scenario 1

• Mysore Warriors win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 55-65
• MD: 195-205
• Mysore Warriors win the match

Scenario 2

• Mangalore Dragons win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 50-60
• MD: 190-200
• 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.