Bengaluru Blasters vs Shivamogga Lions Prediction: Who Will Win 9th T20 Maharaja Premier League Match on 15th August 2025?
Bengaluru Blasters vs Shivamogga Lions Prediction for the 9th T20 of the Maharaja Premier League 2025 promises to be an intense battle between two teams looking to improve their campaign. The match will be played on Saturday, 15th August 2025, at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadiyar Ground in Mysore. While the Lions are yet to secure a win this season after two consecutive defeats, the Blasters come into this match with a morale-boosting five-wicket victory in their last outing.
Both teams have a competitive head-to-head history, with Shivamogga Lions slightly ahead with four wins out of seven meetings. The Mysore pitch has been challenging for batters in the later stages of matches, meaning that a good powerplay start will be crucial. With rain recently affecting conditions, bowlers might enjoy additional movement and grip, making early wickets even more valuable. Fans can expect a tactical game where the toss could play a decisive role in the outcome.
Match Details
| Match | Bengaluru Blasters vs Shivamogga Lions – 9th T20 |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 15th August 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadiyar Ground, Mysore |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
Bengaluru Blasters Preview
The Blasters had a rocky start, losing their first two matches, but they bounced back strongly in their third fixture. Captain Shubhang Hegde has been instrumental with both bat and ball. His bowling economy of just 5.45 across three matches, along with five wickets, has made him a key asset. Rohan Patil has been their standout batter, scoring 97 runs at a strike rate over 160. His aggressive starts at the top have provided momentum for the middle order to capitalize. With bowlers like Vidyadhar Patil and Prateek Jain supporting Hegde, Bengaluru has a balanced attack capable of exploiting the Mysore pitch conditions. If their top three can fire and the bowling unit continues its discipline, they could dominate this clash.
Shivamogga Lions Preview
The Lions’ campaign hasn’t started well, losing both matches by identical 29-run margins. Batting inconsistencies have been a major concern. Captain Nihal Ullal has shown glimpses of form but hasn’t converted starts into big scores. The Lions will rely heavily on experienced players like Aniruddha Joshi and Aneeshwar Gautam to anchor the innings. In the bowling department, Vasuki Koushik and Vidhwath Kaverappa have been economical but need more wicket-taking support. Given their current form, the Lions will need early breakthroughs and a steady top-order performance to outplay the Blasters.
Squads
Bengaluru Blasters: LR Chethan, Rohan Patil, Suraj Ahuja (wk), Siddharth Akhil, Shubhang Hegde (c), Naveen MG, Mohsin Khan, Rohan Naveen, Prateek Jain, Vidyadhar Patil, Vaibhav Sharma A
Shivamogga Lions: Nihal Ullal (c & wk), Dhruv Prabhakar, Hardik Raj, Rohit Kumar K, Aneeshwar Gautam, Aniruddha Joshi, Bharath Dhuri, Avinash D, Vasuki Koushik, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Anand Doddamani
Probable Playing XI
Bengaluru Blasters: Rohan Patil, LR Chethan, Suraj Ahuja (wk), Siddharth Akhil, Shubhang Hegde (c), Naveen MG, Mohsin Khan, Vidyadhar Patil, Prateek Jain, Rohan Naveen, Vaibhav Sharma A
Shivamogga Lions: Nihal Ullal (c & wk), Dhruv Prabhakar, Hardik Raj, Aniruddha Joshi, Aneeshwar Gautam, Rohit Kumar K, Bharath Dhuri, Vasuki Koushik, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Anand Doddamani, Avinash D
Fantasy Team XI
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| WK | Suraj Ahuja |
| Batters | Rohan Patil (C), LR Chethan, Nihal Ullal, Aniruddha Joshi |
| All-rounders | Shubhang Hegde (VC), Aneeshwar Gautam, Naveen MG |
| Bowlers | Vasuki Koushik, Vidyadhar Patil, Prateek Jain |
Fantasy Analysis:
- Captain Picks: Rohan Patil (consistent explosive starts), Shubhang Hegde (impact all-rounder).
- Vice-Captain Picks: Shubhang Hegde, Aneeshwar Gautam.
- Players to Avoid: Hardik Raj (poor recent form), Rohit Kumar K (low strike rate).
Favourite Team Today & Why
Bengaluru Blasters enter this contest with better form, a more reliable batting unit, and a bowling attack that has adapted well to Mysore’s tricky pitch. Their recent five-wicket win showcased depth in both departments. Rohan Patil’s aggressive starts give them early momentum, while skipper Shubhang Hegde’s all-round brilliance provides stability and wicket-taking options. The supporting bowlers, like Vidyadhar Patil and Prateek Jain, have maintained control in middle and death overs, limiting opposition scores. In contrast, the Shivamogga Lions are struggling to post competitive totals and defend them. Their bowling attack lacks the penetration to dismantle set batters, and their batting is overly dependent on a few individuals. Given the pitch conditions and current momentum, Bengaluru Blasters have a clear edge and are rightly the favourites for this clash.
Pitch Report
The Mysore pitch has been slow and slightly damp due to recent rains. Expect bowlers to get grip and seam movement early. Batting is easier in the first innings, making chasing tricky.
Weather Report
Partly cloudy skies with a 20% chance of rain. Temperature around 27°C with light humidity.
Broadcast Details
Live on Fancode.
Score Prediction
- If Bengaluru Blasters bat first: 154+
- If Shivamogga Lions bat first: 143+
Toss Prediction
Shivamogga Lions to win the toss and bowl first.
Match Prediction
Winner: Bengaluru Blasters 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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