The Koparkhairne Titans vs Mira Bhayandar Lions clash in the 1st Semi-Final of the Navi Mumbai Premier League 2025 promises to be an exciting encounter. The Titans, who finished at the top of the league table with 6 wins in 7 matches, will look to continue their dominant form. On the other hand, the Lions, who secured the 4th spot with 4 wins, will aim to upset the Titans and advance to the final. Let’s dive into the match details, team previews, squads, and more to predict the outcome of this thrilling contest.
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Match Details
Match | Koparkhairne Titans vs Mira Bhayandar Lions |
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Date | Friday, 21st March 2025 |
Time | 10:00 AM |
Venue | Mazgaon Cricket Club Ground |
Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
Koparkhairne Titans Preview
The Titans have been the standout team in the tournament, winning 6 out of their 7 matches. Their batting lineup, led by Shaun Rodrigues and Sagar Jadhav, has been consistent, while their bowling attack, featuring Prabhakar Nishad and Anirudh Ghag, has been effective in restricting opponents. The Titans’ all-round performance makes them the favourites for this match.
Mira Bhayandar Lions Preview
The Lions have had a mixed campaign, winning 4 out of their 7 matches. Their batting relies heavily on Satyalaksh Jain and Vishal Dabholkar, while their bowling attack, led by Jalil Khan and Sandeep Saroj, has shown glimpses of brilliance. However, inconsistency has been their biggest challenge, and they will need a collective effort to challenge the Titans.
Squads
Koparkhairne Titans Squad
Shaun Rodrigues, Sagar Jadhav, Ashaz Shah, Ajit Yadav, Akash Malbari, Omkar Joshi, Anirudh Ghag, Prabhakar Nishad, Abhishek Jain (Wk), Babli Sharma (Wk), Aryaveer Rakesh, Yaseen Shaikh, Meet Jain, Tushar Kadam, Prateet Gotsurve, Anup Fulper, Aayush Singh, Arun Yadav, Arbaaz Shaikh, Sarfaraz Shaikh, Aarush Patankar
Mira Bhayandar Lions Squad
Satyalaksh Jain, Vishal Dabholkar, Hrishikesh Chavan, Jahangir Ansari, Mohammed Dakhani, Suraj Shirsat, Jaineel Nandha (Wk), Noor Alam Khan, Vaibhav Bhardwaj, Arman Shaikh (Wk), Tushar Singh (Wk), Dashrath Chavan, Jalil Khan, Suchit Deavli, Aryan Deshmukh, Uzair Khan, Sandeep Saroj, Maxwell Swaminathan, Ashwin Shelke, Srujan Athavale, Aryan Dalal, Danish Shaikh
Probable Playing XI
Koparkhairne Titans
- Shaun Rodrigues
- Sagar Jadhav
- Ashaz Shah
- Ajit Yadav
- Omkar Joshi
- Anirudh Ghag
- Prabhakar Nishad
- Abhishek Jain (Wk)
- Aryaveer Rakesh
- Yaseen Shaikh
- Tushar Kadam
Mira Bhayandar Lions
- Satyalaksh Jain
- Vishal Dabholkar
- Hrishikesh Chavan
- Jahangir Ansari
- Suraj Shirsat
- Jaineel Nandha (Wk)
- Jalil Khan
- Sandeep Saroj
- Maxwell Swaminathan
- Ashwin Shelke
- Aryan Dalal
Fantasy Team XI
Player | Role | Team |
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Shaun Rodrigues | Batsman | KKT |
Sagar Jadhav | Batsman | KKT |
Satyalaksh Jain | Batsman | MBL |
Vishal Dabholkar | Batsman | MBL |
Anirudh Ghag | All-rounder | KKT |
Prabhakar Nishad | All-rounder | KKT |
Jalil Khan | All-rounder | MBL |
Sandeep Saroj | Bowler | MBL |
Yaseen Shaikh | Bowler | KKT |
Tushar Kadam | Bowler | KKT |
Maxwell Swaminathan | Bowler | MBL |
Analysis:
- Shaun Rodrigues and Sagar Jadhav are must-picks due to their consistent performances.
- Satyalaksh Jain and Vishal Dabholkar are key batters for MBL.
- Anirudh Ghag and Prabhakar Nishad provide all-round value for KKT.
- Jalil Khan and Sandeep Saroj are crucial bowlers for MBL.
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- Aryan Dalal (MBL): Inconsistent performances.
- Meet Jain (KKT): Limited impact in recent matches.
Pitch Report
The Mazgaon Cricket Club Ground pitch is generally batting-friendly, with an average first-innings score of 150-160. Spinners will play a key role in the middle overs, while pacers may find some swing early on.
Weather Report
The weather in Mumbai on 21st March 2025 is expected to be clear, with no chances of rain. Temperatures will hover around 25-30°C, providing ideal conditions for a T20 match.
Toss Prediction
Mira Bhayandar Lions are predicted to win the toss and may opt to bat first to set a challenging total.
Match Prediction
Koparkhairne Titans are expected to win the match
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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