Ludhiana Lions vs Fazilka Falcons Prediction, 20th T20 – Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026

Ludhiana Lions vs Fazilka Falcons prediction for the 20th T20 of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026 points towards another closely contested game at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Wednesday, September 9. The two teams meet again only three days after Fazilka Falcons edged Ludhiana Lions by one run in Match 15, making this one of the most interesting fixtures of the league stage.

Fazilka enter the contest with six points from six matches and three wins, while Ludhiana have four points from five completed games after two wins and three defeats. Ludhiana’s superior net run rate gives them some encouragement, but their recent momentum has been weaker after three consecutive losses against Jalandhar Warriors, Fazilka Falcons and Mohali Kings.

The previous meeting showed how fine the margins are. Fazilka posted 170/9 and Ludhiana finished on 169/7, with Fazilka winning by just one run. Kartik Chadha was outstanding for Ludhiana with 4/9, while Shubman Gill made 40 from 21 balls on his league debut for Fazilka.

Both sides also have strong batting options. Arjun Rajput has scored 208 runs for Ludhiana, Abhijeet Garg has 176 and Madhav Pathania has added 111. For Fazilka, Sanvir Singh has 244 runs, while Vihaan Malhotra and Anshul Chaudhary have also made significant contributions.

The key difference may therefore come from bowling execution. Ludhiana possess the tournament’s leading wicket-taker in Kartik Chadha, who has taken 10 wickets in five matches, while Fazilka have several players capable of producing runs at a high tempo.

With both teams familiar with the Mohali surface and the previous match decided by only one run, the prediction remains relatively narrow. Fazilka’s recent head-to-head advantage and the impact of Gill at the top give them a slight edge, but Ludhiana have enough batting and bowling quality to reverse the result.

Match Details

Recent Form – Last 5 Matches

Ludhiana Lions Last 5 Matches

Fazilka Falcons Last 5 Matches

The recent-results record shows a clear difference in momentum. Ludhiana have lost their last three matches, although their batting has remained productive, including totals of 169/7, 213/6 and 167/7. Fazilka have won two of their last five, including the one-run victory over Ludhiana and a 17-run DLS win over Bathinda.

Ludhiana Lions Preview

Ludhiana Lions enter Match 20 needing to arrest a three-match losing streak. Their last three results have been particularly frustrating because the side has remained competitive with the bat. They scored 167/7 against Jalandhar, 169/7 against Fazilka and then 213/6 against Mohali, yet lost all three matches.

The strongest feature of the Lions’ batting is their middle-order depth. Arjun Rajput leads the team with 208 runs from five matches, while Abhijeet Garg has scored 176. Madhav Pathania has contributed 111 runs at a strike rate above 188, giving Ludhiana an aggressive option capable of changing the tempo late in the innings.

The previous match against Mohali demonstrated how dangerous the top and middle order can be. Abhijeet Garg made 77 from 48 balls and Arjun Rajput followed with 78 from 46, helping Ludhiana reach 213/6. Salil Arora then supplied a rapid unbeaten 24 from only 11 deliveries.

Bowling is where Ludhiana have a significant advantage on paper. Kartik Chadha has taken 10 wickets in 19 overs and owns the best bowling figures in the competition, 4/9. Sahil Bhaskar has also taken 10 wickets, although his economy rate is considerably higher.

Chadha’s four-wicket performance against Fazilka is especially relevant. He dismissed Shubman Gill, Eish Rao, Pranshu Pratap and Aarush Latta in the previous meeting, restricting Fazilka to 170 despite their strong start.

The concern for Ludhiana is Arshdeep Singh’s recent effectiveness. In the first meeting with Fazilka, he conceded 51 runs from four overs without taking a wicket, while Chadha and Madhav Pathania did much of the damage.

For Ludhiana to win, the priority should be better new-ball control and another disciplined spell from Chadha. Their batting already has enough firepower; the bigger requirement is preventing Fazilka’s top order from establishing a high scoring rate in the powerplay.

Fazilka Falcons Preview

Fazilka Falcons have a slight psychological advantage because they defeated Ludhiana by one run in their most recent meeting. However, they arrive after losing to Amritsar Soormas by four wickets, despite posting 191/6.

Their batting has several reliable scoring options. Sanvir Singh has been one of the tournament’s better performers with 244 runs, while Vihaan Malhotra has 196 and Anshul Chaudhary 164.

Shubman Gill has added a new dimension since joining the team. He scored 40 from 21 balls on debut against Ludhiana and then produced a more substantial 67 from 35 against Amritsar, striking at 191.43. The second innings showed that Gill can provide both acceleration and innings control at the top.

Sanvir Singh is another important matchup. He scored 63 from 35 against Amritsar earlier in the tournament and then made 40 from 21 in the most recent match. His ability to attack spin and medium pace makes him particularly valuable in the middle overs.

Vihaan Malhotra has also been a major contributor. He scored a century in Fazilka’s opening victory over Jalandhar and currently has 196 tournament runs. His combination of batting and bowling involvement gives him additional fantasy value.

The main weakness is the bowling unit. Fazilka have conceded 230 against Mohali and 195 against Amritsar in two recent defeats, while Ludhiana themselves scored 213 against Mohali immediately after the first Fazilka-Ludhiana encounter.

Fazilka will therefore need more control through the middle overs. Raghu Sharma has seven wickets in the competition and remains an important option, but Fazilka cannot afford another spell where the opposition’s leading batters are allowed to settle.

Team Squad & Team News

Ludhiana Lions Squad

Verified squad information includes Arshdeep Singh, Salil Arora, Krish Bhagat, Abhijeet Garg, Arjun Rajput, Jassinder Singh, Havneet Singh, Kartik Chadha, Taranveer Singh Randhawa, Yuvi Goyal, Harish Kumar, Rajvir Jaswal, Aseem Kohli, Bikramjeet Singh, Gurman Singh, Karteek Sharma, Lovedeep Kharoud, Lovekirat Singh, Madhav Pathania and Sahil Bhaskar.

Arshdeep Singh remains the team’s marquee player and captain. Kartik Chadha and Sahil Bhaskar have emerged as the leading wicket-taking options, while Arjun Rajput and Abhijeet Garg are the leading run-scorers.

No reliable report available before publication confirms a major injury or suspension affecting Ludhiana’s core squad.

Fazilka Falcons Squad

Verified squad information includes Shubman Gill, Sanvir Singh, Vihaan Malhotra, Anshul Chaudhary, Pranshu Pratap, Eish Rao, Prerit Dutta, Jasan Jindal, Raghu Sharma, Garv Kumar, Navpreet Singh, Jaiveer Bhinder, Aarush Latta, Anmoljeet Singh, Karanveer Singh, Manpreet Singh, Lakshay Kansal, Ayushmaan, Kirandeep Singh and Immanuel Deveser.

The biggest squad development is Gill’s arrival. He made his season debut against Ludhiana and then captained Fazilka against Amritsar, scoring 67 from 35 balls.

That recent captaincy change is worth watching because Sanvir Singh had led Fazilka earlier in the tournament, including the first meeting with Ludhiana.

Probable Playing XI

Probable XIs are subject to official team announcements and the toss.

Dream11 / Fantasy Prediction

The safest fantasy approach is to prioritize players with multiple avenues to score points. Ludhiana offer strong wicket-taking value through Kartik Chadha and Sahil Bhaskar, while Fazilka have greater top-order batting upside through Gill, Sanvir Singh and Vihaan Malhotra.

Kartik Chadha is particularly attractive because he has 10 wickets in five matches and took 4/9 against Fazilka in the previous meeting. Arjun Rajput’s 208 runs and Sanvir Singh’s 244 runs provide strong batting foundations.

Captain Options

1. Kartik Chadha — His wicket-taking role and 4/9 against Fazilka make him a high-upside option.
2. Sanvir Singh — He combines substantial run-scoring with all-round involvement.

Vice-Captain Options

1. Shubman Gill — He has scored 107 runs in two tournament innings and recently made 67 from 35.
2. Arjun Rajput — His 208 runs in five matches make him Ludhiana’s most consistent batting option.

Players to Avoid

1. Aarush Latta — Limited recent impact and uncertain selection after a duck in the previous meeting.
2. Arshdeep Singh — His leadership remains important, but his 51-run spell without a wicket against Fazilka makes him a higher-risk fantasy choice for this particular matchup.

Fantasy suggestions are for informational purposes only and are not guaranteed to produce points or returns.

Head-to-Head

Overall Head-to-Head Record

Last Head-to-Head Matches

Only one T20 meeting between these two franchises is currently available. Fazilka lead the head-to-head 1-0 after defending 170/9 against Ludhiana’s 169/7 on September 6.

Weather Report

The available September 9 hourly forecast for Mohali indicates around 34°C at 1 PM, approximately 40% humidity, a very low rain probability and light wind of about 7 km/h.

The weather therefore does not appear likely to materially disrupt the match. There is little immediate rain risk and no obvious DLS threat based on the available forecast. The afternoon heat could, however, make sustained fast bowling more demanding, while the relatively low humidity reduces the likelihood of significant dew being a major factor.

Broadcast Details

The Sher-e-Punjab T20 League is available for live streaming on FanCode. FanCode’s tournament schedule lists Ludhiana Lions vs Fazilka Falcons as Match 20 on September 9 at 1:00 PM.

• Match: Ludhiana Lions vs Fazilka Falcons
• Start: 1:00 PM IST
• Streaming: FanCode

Toss Prediction & Strategy

If Ludhiana Lions wins the toss

Ludhiana should prefer bowling first.

Their best route is to use Kartik Chadha, Sahil Bhaskar and Arshdeep Singh to attack Fazilka’s top order before the batting surface becomes easier. Chadha has already demonstrated that he can disrupt this particular batting lineup, taking four wickets against Fazilka in the previous meeting.

Chasing also gives Ludhiana a clear target, which could suit their strong middle order led by Arjun Rajput, Abhijeet Garg and Madhav Pathania.

If Fazilka Falcons wins the toss

Fazilka should also consider bowling first.

The recent results at Mohali have repeatedly shown that chasing can be successful, while Fazilka have enough batting depth to respond to a target. Their top order can then structure the chase around Gill and Sanvir Singh.

Toss Prediction

Predicted toss winner: Fazilka Falcons

The toss itself is inherently uncertain, but Fazilka’s recent success in close games and the possibility of chasing on a high-scoring Mohali surface make bowling first the preferred tactical choice.

Score Prediction

Winning Chances

Why the Win Percentage?

The first major reason for the 54-46 split is the previous meeting. Fazilka did not dominate that match; they survived a one-run finish. That means the result should not be interpreted as a large team-quality gap.

The second factor is bowling. Ludhiana actually possess the more convincing wicket-taking attack, with Chadha and Bhaskar both on 10 wickets. If their bowlers strike early, the prediction could easily move toward the Lions.

The third factor is Fazilka’s top-order upside. Gill scored 40 on debut against Ludhiana and then 67 against Amritsar, while Sanvir Singh has accumulated 244 tournament runs. That gives Fazilka more recent evidence of sustained top-order production.

Finally, Ludhiana’s three consecutive losses prevent them from being rated as favourites despite their strong individual numbers. Their batting has performed well enough, but the side has repeatedly failed to convert competitive totals into victories.

Key Player Matchups

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