The Ratnagiri Jets vs Puneri Bappa prediction for the 3rd T20 of the Maharashtra Premier League 2025 promises an exciting contest. Scheduled on Friday, 6th June 2025 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, this match sees Ratnagiri Jets look to bounce back from a high-scoring defeat, while Puneri Bappa will aim to prove they’re no longer the underdogs. With in-form players like Dhiraj Phatangare for Ratnagiri and young prospects such as Aayush Raktade in Puneri’s ranks, the stage is set for a gripping encounter. Cricketwebs brings you 100% match prediction tips for this thrilling match-up.
Match Details
| Match | Ratnagiri Jets vs Puneri Bappa – 3rd T20, MPL 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, 6th June 2025 |
| Time | 2:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| Broadcaster | FanCode |
Team Previews
Ratnagiri Jets Preview:
Ratnagiri Jets began the tournament with a solid performance with the bat but faltered in the bowling department. In their last match against Eagle Nashik Titans, they posted an impressive 194/6, largely due to Dhiraj Phatangare’s 81 off 47 and Azim Kazi’s 42 off 31. However, the bowling attack failed to contain a rampant Mandar Bhandari, who single-handedly took the match away with a 112-run knock.
Strengths:
- Strong top-order, especially Dhiraj Phatangare
- Middle-order support with Azim Kazi
- Batting depth
Weaknesses:
- Bowling attack lacked control and penetration
- Death overs bowling was ineffective
For them to dominate, Jets need bowlers like Divyang Hinganekar and Pradeep Dadhe to step up.
Puneri Bappa Preview:
Puneri Bappa struggled last season, finishing at the bottom with just 3 wins. This year, they aim for a turnaround, but their squad lacks star power. With Ruturaj Gaikwad unavailable, the focus will be on upcoming talents like Neel Gandhi and Aayush Raktade.
Their key to success lies in disciplined bowling and fielding, as their batting is relatively inexperienced. Players like Sachin Bhosale, last season’s top wicket-taker, and Naushad Shaikh will have to guide the youngsters through the tournament.
Strengths:
- Potential match-winners in Bhosale, Gandhi, and Raktade
- Bowling depth with variation
Weaknesses:
- Inconsistent batting unit
- Overdependence on a few individuals
Squads
Ratnagiri Jets:
Dhiraj Phatangare, Preetam Patil, Azim Kazi, Nikhil Naik, Divyang Hinganekar, Kiran Chormale, Sahil Churi, Abhishek Pawar, Satyajeet Bachhav, Pradeep Dadhe, Vijay Pawale, Kunal Thorat, Jay Pande, Yogesh Chavan, Akhilesh Gawali, Rohit Patil, Sangram Bhalekar, Manoj Yadav, Ajinkya Naik, Krishna Martand, Abhimanyu Jadhav, Prathamesh Gawade, Krish Shahpurkar, Yashwant Kale, Atharva Dharmadhikari
Puneri Bappa:
Naushad Shaikh, Abhinav Tiwari, Sagar Pawar, Suraj Shinde, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Nikit Dhumal, Rohan Kharat, Mayank Kashyap, Piyush Salvi, Roshan Waghsare, Murtaza Trunkwala, Yash Nahar, Yash Kshirsagar, Yash Jadhav, Aarya Desai, Sachin Bhosale, Sohan Jamale, Sahil Autade, Rushikesh Sonawane, Aayush Raktade, Neel Gandhi, Nikhil Lunawat, Abdus Salam, Sachin Pawar
Probable Playing XI
Ratnagiri Jets XI:
Dhiraj Phatangare, Nikhil Naik, Azim Kazi, Abhishek Pawar, Preetam Patil, Divyang Hinganekar, Satyajeet Bachhav, Pradeep Dadhe, Vijay Pawale, Kunal Thorat, Sahil Churi
Puneri Bappa XI:
Naushad Shaikh, Aayush Raktade, Yash Jadhav, Rohan Kharat, Sagar Pawar, Suraj Shinde, Piyush Salvi, Neel Gandhi, Sachin Bhosale, Murtaza Trunkwala, Nikit Dhumal
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Dhiraj Phatangare (C) | Batter |
| Aayush Raktade (VC) | All-Rounder |
| Azim Kazi | All-Rounder |
| Naushad Shaikh | Batter |
| Nikhil Naik | Wicketkeeper |
| Pradeep Dadhe | Bowler |
| Sachin Bhosale | Bowler |
| Neel Gandhi | Bowler |
| Satyajeet Bachhav | All-Rounder |
| Suraj Shinde | Batter |
| Nikit Dhumal | Bowler |
Captain Pick: Dhiraj Phatangare – current top form with the bat
Vice-Captain Pick: Aayush Raktade – explosive batting and handy with the ball
Players to Avoid
- Yash Kshirsagar – Limited match time and ineffective performances
- Jay Pande – May not be part of the playing XI
Favourite Team Today – Ratnagiri Jets
Ratnagiri Jets are the favourites in today’s contest due to their strong top-order batting and form of players like Dhiraj Phatangare and Azim Kazi. Their total of 194 in the last game, despite losing, reflects their offensive firepower. While their bowling needs improvement, they still hold a better balance compared to Puneri Bappa, who are rebuilding their team. Unless Puneri Bappa bowlers produce something special, Jets should dominate this encounter.
Pitch Report – MCA Stadium, Pune
- Balanced pitch – batting-friendly in first innings
- Spinners and slower balls get purchase in 2nd half
- Average first-innings score: 165+
- Winning team often defends the target
Weather Report
- Condition: Mostly Sunny
- Temperature: 34°C
- Humidity: 48%
- Rain Chance: 0%
- Wind: Light breeze
Score Prediction
- If Ratnagiri Jets bat first: 160-170
- If Puneri Bappa bat first: 140-150
Toss Prediction
- Toss Winner: Puneri Bappa
- Decision: Bowl First
Match Prediction
- Predicted Winner: Ratnagiri Jets Will Win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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