Who Will Win Kolhapur Tuskers vs Puneri Bappa 17th T20 MPL 2025 Prediction
The 17th match of the Maharashtra Premier League 2025 will witness a thrilling encounter as Kolhapur Tuskers face off against Puneri Bappa at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Saturday, 14th June. In today’s match preview, we provide the best Kolhapur Tuskers vs Puneri Bappa prediction with team analysis, fantasy picks, toss, pitch, and weather insights. Puneri Bappa are placed 3rd with 2 wins in 4 games, while Kolhapur Tuskers are struggling at 5th with only one win. Both teams are in desperate need of a win to improve their standings. Cricketwebs offers 100% match prediction tips for this exciting T20 battle.
Match Details
| Match | Kolhapur Tuskers vs Puneri Bappa – 17th T20 |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 14th June 2025 |
| Time | 2:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| Broadcast | FanCode |
Team Previews
Kolhapur Tuskers Preview
Kolhapur Tuskers have shown promise but haven’t clicked fully yet. They have won only one game out of three, with one being washed out. The team will rely on seasoned campaigners like Shrikant Mundhe—who has been in excellent form with the bat, scoring 91 runs so far—and Rajneesh Gurbani, their most successful bowler with 6 wickets. However, their batting depth remains a concern as others haven’t contributed significantly. In their last completed match, despite Mundhe’s valiant 64 off 41 balls, they fell short by 7 runs chasing 178. To stay in playoff contention, the top and middle order must step up.
Puneri Bappa Preview
Puneri Bappa started strong but have stumbled recently. With two wins and two losses, they are currently 3rd in the table. The major positives for them have been opener Murtaza Trunkwala, who has amassed 165 runs, and Nikit Dhumal with 10 wickets. However, inconsistency from the middle order cost them their previous game against Raigad Royals. Despite setting a target of 141, they couldn’t defend it due to poor death bowling. Players like Yash Kshirsagar and Yash Nahar need to convert their starts. The bowling will again heavily depend on Dhumal’s breakthroughs.
Probable Playing XIs
Kolhapur Tuskers
Rahul Tripathi (c), Vishant More (wk), Ankit Bawne, Shrikant Mundhe, Atharva Wanve, Deepak Dangi, Rajneesh Gurbani, Sunil Yadav, Shreyas Chavan, Atman Pore, Vedant Patil
Puneri Bappa
Yash Kshirsagar (c), Suraj Shinde (wk), Yash Nahar, Murtaza Trunkwala, Yash Jadhav, Sahil Autade, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Nikit Dhumal, Sachin Bhosale, Rushikesh Sonawane, Roshan Waghsare
Today’s Dream11/Fantasy Prediction for Kolhapur Tuskers vs Puneri Bappa
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| WK | Suraj Shinde |
| Batters | Rahul Tripathi, M Trunkwala, Shrikant Mundhe, Yash Nahar |
| All-Rounders | Shreyas Chavan, Deepak Dangi |
| Bowlers | Nikit Dhumal, Rajneesh Gurbani, Roshan Waghsare, Sunil Yadav |
Captain Pick: Murtaza Trunkwala
Vice-Captain Pick: Shrikant Mundhe
Players to Avoid:
- Vedant Patil – Lacks impact in past matches.
- Sahil Autade – Inconsistent form, especially under pressure situations.
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Favourite Team Today: Kolhapur Tuskers
Kolhapur Tuskers have displayed better all-round performances, despite losing tight games. The presence of experienced players like Rahul Tripathi and Shrikant Mundhe provides balance and stability. Their bowling attack, led by Rajneesh Gurbani, has been disciplined and effective. If their middle-order starts firing, they’re well-positioned to dominate. Moreover, Puneri Bappa’s recent loss and inconsistent middle-order adds to Kolhapur’s advantage. With a bit more support to Mundhe, Kolhapur Tuskers should be the favorites to clinch this must-win encounter.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium generally offers even bounce and favors stroke play. Batting first and putting up a total over 160 is ideal here, but spinners can get grip as the match progresses.
Weather Report
Weather is expected to be clear with no chances of rain. Temperature will hover around 30°C with light winds.
Broadcast Info
Live Streaming: FanCode App and Website
Score Prediction
- If Kolhapur Tuskers bat first: 165–175
- If Puneri Bappa bat first: 154–160
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Puneri Bappa
Toss Decision: Bat First
Match Prediction
Winner: Kolhapur Tuskers will win
Backed by solid form from their all-rounders and key players peaking at the right time, Kolhapur look more balanced and are likely to grab this 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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