Fazilka Falcons vs Bathinda Royals Prediction, 23rd T20 – Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026

Fazilka Falcons vs Bathinda Royals prediction for Match 23 of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026 points towards a competitive contest between two sides that have both collected six points but arrive after contrasting recent results. The Falcons enter the game with a 3-4 record, while Bathinda also have three wins and four defeats after their loss to Mohali Kings in Match 21. The official league table places Fazilka third in Group A and Bathinda third in Group B, with both teams still fighting for a place in the knockout stage.

Fazilka have been involved in several high-scoring games. They posted 200/3 against Ludhiana Lions on September 9 but lost by six wickets after their opponents chased the target in 18.4 overs. Before that, the Falcons lost to Amritsar Soormas by four wickets despite making 191/6, while their preceding two completed matches produced a one-run victory over Ludhiana and a 17-run DLS victory over Bathinda.

Bathinda’s campaign has also featured considerable scoring fluctuations. They made 228/6 against Jalandhar Warriors and won by nine runs, but were beaten by Fazilka in their earlier meeting after a rain-affected chase. Most recently, Bathinda scored 184/6 against Mohali before the Kings reached 188/5 in 18.4 overs.

The previous meeting between these teams is particularly relevant because Fazilka won both completed encounters so far. However, current form makes the contest much closer than that record alone suggests. Sanvir Singh, Vihaan Malhotra and Pranshu Pratap have provided important batting contributions for Fazilka, while Bathinda possess a productive middle order led by players such as Harnoor Singh, Gourav Choudhary and Ridham Satyawan.

With only a small number of league matches remaining, this is an important opportunity for both teams to strengthen their qualification position. The side that handles the high-scoring Mohali conditions better, particularly during the powerplay and final five overs, should have the stronger chance.

Match Details

The official tournament website lists Fazilka Falcons vs Bathinda Royals as Match 23 on September 10 at 7:00 PM at I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali.

Recent Form – Last 5 Matches

Fazilka Falcons Last 5 Matches

Fazilka’s last five completed matches have produced two wins and three defeats. Their batting has generally been competitive, with totals of 200, 191, 170 and 214 in four of those games, but their bowling has struggled to consistently defend strong totals.

The 200/3 against Ludhiana is especially significant because it demonstrates that the Falcons can build a substantial total even without needing a century from one batter. However, conceding 203 in 18.4 overs shows that their bowling attack remains the principal area of concern.

Bathinda Royals Last 5 Matches

Bathinda have also won two of their last five, but their performances have been more volatile. They scored 228/6 against Jalandhar and 202/7 against the same opponent, yet their rain-reduced chase against Fazilka produced only 101/4 from 11 overs.

Recent Form Comparison

Fazilka’s batting has been more consistently aggressive, while Bathinda have shown a higher ceiling in individual matches. Fazilka have also already beaten Bathinda twice, giving them a tactical and psychological advantage.

Bathinda’s recent loss to Mohali nevertheless showed that their batting remains capable of producing a competitive score. Their challenge will be to prevent another strong Fazilka top order from controlling the first 10 overs.

Fazilka Falcons Preview

Fazilka remain one of the more dangerous batting teams in the competition despite sitting at 3-4. Their latest 200/3 against Ludhiana was built around Anshul Chaudhary’s 65, Pranshu Pratap’s 51 and an explosive unbeaten 59 from Sanvir Singh. The innings showed that the Falcons have multiple routes to a large total rather than depending entirely on one batter.

Sanvir is particularly important because his role provides both batting aggression and an additional bowling option. His 59 from 28 balls against Ludhiana demonstrated his ability to accelerate rapidly once established, while earlier in the tournament he also made 63 against Amritsar.

Vihaan Malhotra has also provided useful contributions at the top. His 60 from 34 balls against Amritsar helped the Falcons reach 182/9, while the opening combination has generally given the middle order a platform from which to attack.

The Falcons’ main weakness has been their inability to turn competitive totals into wins. They made 191/6 against Amritsar and 200/3 against Ludhiana but lost both games. That places considerable responsibility on their bowling group, particularly during the final five overs.

Raghu Sharma, Garv Kumar, Jasan Jindal and the other bowling options need to improve their control against Bathinda’s power hitters. The first six overs will also be important because Fazilka cannot afford to allow Bathinda to establish a high-rate chase before their main bowlers settle into the innings.

Another selection point is Shubman Gill. Gill is part of the Fazilka squad and has already made a major impact in the competition, including 67 against Amritsar. However, he was not included in the latest XI against Ludhiana, when Sanvir Singh led the side. There is no verified indication here of an injury, so his availability for Match 23 should be treated as a selection question rather than a confirmed absence.

To win, Fazilka need to convert their batting starts into a total around or above the high-180s and then bowl with considerably more discipline than they did against Ludhiana.

Bathinda Royals Preview

Bathinda Royals enter the contest after a narrow five-wicket defeat against Mohali Kings. They posted 184/6, with Harnoor Singh making 43 from 36 balls, Gourav Choudhary scoring 35 from 22 and Ridham Satyawan adding 31 from 19. Shahbaz Singh Sandhu then provided a late acceleration with an unbeaten 38 from 23 balls.

That batting structure gives Bathinda several useful gears. Harnoor can occupy the crease and provide a base, while Gourav and Ridham are capable of increasing the scoring rate through the middle overs. Shahbaz’s finishing ability is particularly valuable when Bathinda need a strong final five overs.

Gourav Choudhary has been one of Bathinda’s most productive performers. He was Player of the Match in the nine-run win over Jalandhar after contributing to a total of 228/6, and he also produced 35 against Mohali.

The bowling attack has shown the ability to defend totals, but the team will need greater consistency against Fazilka’s batting depth. Gurnoor Brar remains an important pace option and leads the team, while Sumit Sharma, Simranjeet Singh Gharu and Shahbaz Singh Sandhu give the captain several options through the innings.

Bathinda’s recent record also highlights their ability to perform under pressure. Their nine-run victory over Jalandhar came despite the Warriors reaching 219/9, meaning the Royals successfully defended a high-scoring total. That experience could become important if this match again develops into a 190-plus contest.

Their weakness has been inconsistency. The 101/4 against Fazilka came in a DLS-reduced chase and should not be treated as a normal 20-over batting performance, but it still highlights how quickly their scoring potential can be restricted when conditions or match circumstances become difficult.

Against Fazilka, Bathinda need a strong powerplay, wickets in the middle overs and a controlled final five overs. If their top order survives the initial phase, their middle order has enough hitting capacity to keep the chase competitive.

Team Squad & Team News

Fazilka Falcons Squad

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

The latest available playing XI did not include Gill, while Sanvir Singh captained the side. Gill’s selection for Match 23 therefore remains a tactical consideration.

Bathinda Royals Squad

Bathinda’s verified squad includes Gurnoor Brar, Harnoor Singh, Ashwani Kumar, Uday Saharan, Gourav Choudhary, Sumit Sharma, Dev Amritpal Singh, Ridham Satyawan, Ashish Lowrance, Jatin Sahota, Abir Kohli, Rishabh Gupta, Noorveer Singh, Tavleen Singh, Shahbaz Singh Sandhu, Simranjeet Singh Gharu, Imrozpreet Singh, Harshit Parashar and Lovepreet Kamboj.

No confirmed injury or suspension affecting the Match 23 selection has been verified. The probable XIs below are therefore based primarily on the latest available team combinations.

Probable Playing XI

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

Dream11 / Fantasy Prediction

Captain Options

1. Sanvir Singh — Combines aggressive batting with additional bowling involvement and recently scored 59 from 28 balls.
2. Gourav Choudhary — A high-impact middle-order batter who has already produced a match-winning performance in the tournament.

Vice-Captain Options

1. Vihaan Malhotra — Capable of providing early momentum and has already produced a 60 in the competition.
2. Shahbaz Singh Sandhu — His finishing role can generate rapid fantasy returns when Bathinda bat deep.

Players to Avoid

1. Shubman Gill — High upside, but his omission from Fazilka’s latest XI creates selection uncertainty.
2. Ashwani Kumar — A useful bowling option but was not part of Bathinda’s latest playing XI.

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

Head-to-Head – Last Meetings

Last Head-to-Head Matches

The first meeting saw Fazilka chase 188 successfully, while the second was affected by rain after Fazilka made 214/4. The Falcons therefore have a 2-0 advantage in completed H2H matches.

Weather Report

The latest forecast for Mohali on September 10 indicates a hot day followed by a warm evening, with approximately 31°C around 7 PM, moderate humidity and only a 1% chance of rain.

The low rain probability means weather should not materially disrupt the match. Increasing evening humidity could contribute to some dew later in the game, potentially making the ball easier to hit and harder for bowlers to grip.

Broadcast Details

The Sher-e-Punjab T20 League is being televised on Sony Sports Ten 5 HD and Sony Sports Ten 5 SD, with live streaming available through Sony LIV. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST on September 10.

Toss Prediction & Strategy

If Fazilka Falcons win the toss

Fazilka should bowl first. Their recent problem has been defending strong totals, while the evening conditions could potentially make chasing more comfortable. Bowling first would also allow them to assess how quickly the surface is playing before setting a target.

If Bathinda Royals win the toss

Bathinda should also consider bowling first. Fazilka have repeatedly posted competitive totals, and chasing gives Bathinda’s strong middle order a clearly defined target.

The historical venue data is evenly split, so there is no compelling statistical reason to insist on batting first. The projected evening conditions slightly strengthen the case for chasing.

Toss Prediction

Predicted toss winner: Fazilka Falcons

The toss itself is effectively a 50-50 event, but Fazilka are marginally preferred in this prediction because of their recent H2H advantage and stronger overall batting output.

Score Prediction

Winning Chances

Why the Win Percentage?

The main reason for the 55-45 split is not simply the H2H record. Fazilka have shown greater scoring consistency and possess several players capable of changing the game quickly.

The second factor is their two wins over Bathinda. Those results demonstrate that the Falcons’ batting approach has already caused problems for this particular bowling combination.

Bathinda’s strongest counterargument is their middle-order depth. Gourav Choudhary, Ridham Satyawan and Shahbaz Singh Sandhu have demonstrated the ability to accelerate, while Harnoor Singh can provide stability at the top.

The biggest uncertainty for Fazilka is their bowling. Their defeats against Amritsar and Ludhiana came despite scoring 191 and 200 respectively, meaning Bathinda do not need to produce an extraordinary batting performance to challenge the prediction.

Key Player Matchups

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