Bengaluru Blasters vs Mangalore Dragons Prediction: Who Will Win 27th T20 Maharaja Premier League Match on 24th August 2025?
The highly anticipated Bengaluru Blasters vs Mangalore Dragons prediction for the 27th T20 of the Maharaja Premier League 2025 promises a thrilling contest. Both teams are in the top half of the table, making this clash crucial for playoff spots. Bengaluru Blasters are sitting in 3rd place with 5 wins, while Mangalore Dragons are at 2nd with the same number of victories but a better net run rate. The match will be played on Sunday, 24th August 2025 at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadiyar Ground, where conditions traditionally favor spinners. With Bengaluru’s batting depth and Mangalore’s strong bowling attack, fans can expect a nail-biting finish. Let’s dive deep into team previews, squads, probable XIs, fantasy picks, and our match prediction.
Match Details
| Match | Bengaluru Blasters vs Mangalore Dragons – 27th T20 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, 24th August 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadiyar Ground |
| Broadcast | FanCode |
Team Previews
Bengaluru Blasters
Bengaluru Blasters have had a mixed season, winning 5 matches but still struggling with batting collapses. Their star batter, LR Chethan, has been in sublime form, scoring 248 runs. Captain Mayank Agarwal has yet to deliver consistent starts, but his experience remains vital. In their last outing against Gulbarga Mystics, Bengaluru’s batting faltered early but Suraj Ahuja’s fighting 54 brought them to 164. Their bowling, led by Shubhang Hegde (13 wickets), has been impactful, though they missed the spark in the last match when Smaran-R took them apart. Bengaluru’s strength lies in their middle-order resilience and spin attack. If they can avoid top-order failures, they have the edge.
Mangalore Dragons
Mangalore Dragons have played a fearless brand of cricket, with both batting and bowling units firing in unison. Macneil Noronha (223 runs) and Lochan Gowda (63 off 32 in last match) have provided blistering starts, while Kranthi Kumar with 23 wickets has been the tournament’s standout bowler. Their last win against Shivamogga Lions highlighted their fighting spirit. Even after Tushar Singh’s 89 threatened to steal the match, the Dragons’ bowlers held their nerve to defend 200. With all-rounders like Shreyas Gopal and BR Sharath, the Dragons look like a balanced team capable of overcoming any opposition.
Squads
Mangalore Dragons: Abhilash Shetty, Macneil Noronha, Lochan S Gowda, Paras Gurbax Arya, Sharath BR, Ronit More, Shreyas Gopal, Melu Kranthi Kumar, Sachin Shinde, Aneesh KV, Thippa Reddy, Aaditya Nair, Aadarsh Prajwal, Abhishek Prabhakar, Shivaraj S, Pallav Kumar Das
Bengaluru Blasters: Mayank Agarwal, Shubhang Hegde, Suraj Ahuja, Naveen MG, A Rohan Patil, Chethan LR, Mohsin Khan, Vidyadhar Patil, Siddharth Akhil, Madhav Prakash Bajaj, Rohan Naveen, Kruthik Krishna, Advith M Shetty, Bhuvan Mohan Raju, Rohan M Raju, Niranjan Naik, Prateek Jain, Ishaan S
Probable Playing XI
Mangalore Dragons: Macneil Noronha, Lochan Gowda, BR Sharath, Paras Gurbax Arya, Shreyas Gopal, Abhilash Shetty, Sachin Shinde, Kranthi Kumar, Ronit More, Aaditya Nair, Aneesh KV
Bengaluru Blasters: Mayank Agarwal, LR Chethan, Suraj Ahuja, Rohan Patil, Naveen MG, Shubhang Hegde, Mohsin Khan, Vidyadhar Patil, Prateek Jain, Siddharth Akhil, Madhav Prakash Bajaj
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| LR Chethan | Batter |
| Macneil Noronha | Batter |
| Lochan Gowda | Batter |
| Mayank Agarwal | Batter |
| Suraj Ahuja | Batter |
| Shreyas Gopal | All-Rounder |
| Shubhang Hegde | All-Rounder |
| Kranthi Kumar | Bowler |
| Ronit More | Bowler |
| Mohsin Khan | Bowler |
| Vidyadhar Patil | Bowler |
Captain choices: Kranthi Kumar, LR Chethan
Vice-captain choices: Shreyas Gopal, Suraj Ahuja
Players to avoid: Mayank Agarwal (inconsistent), Aaditya Nair (not contributing much)
Favourite Team Today (Why?)
Bengaluru Blasters head into this game as slight favorites. Despite their batting woes, their spin-heavy attack led by Shubhang Hegde can exploit the Wadiyar Ground conditions. Their batting has shown depth, with contributions from Chethan and Ahuja, who have carried the team in crunch moments. The Dragons rely heavily on Macneil Noronha and Kranthi Kumar; if these two fail, the team appears vulnerable. Blasters’ adaptability under pressure and their strong spin options make them the more balanced side for this contest.
Pitch Report
The Wadiyar Ground pitch is traditionally slow and assists spinners. Scores around 160-175 are competitive. Batting second can be tricky if the pitch slows down.
Weather Report
Clear skies are expected with no rain interruptions. Temperature around 28°C with light humidity, ideal for cricket.
Score Prediction
- If Bengaluru Blasters bat first: 172+
- If Mangalore Dragons bat first: 154+
Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss should bat first to put scoreboard pressure on the opponent.
Toss Winner: Mangalore Dragons
Match Prediction
While both teams are evenly matched, Bengaluru Blasters’ bowling depth and middle-order resilience tilt the game in their favor.
Winner: Bengaluru Blasters
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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