Kashi Rudras vs Kanpur Superstars Prediction: Who Will Win 4th T20 UPTL Match on 19th August 2025?
The much-awaited clash in the Uttar Pradesh T20 League brings another exciting contest as we dive into Kashi Rudras vs Kanpur Superstars prediction for the 4th T20 match. Kashi Rudras come into this encounter with strong momentum after a comfortable win in their opener, while Kanpur Superstars suffered a demoralizing loss in their first game, conceding a massive 225 runs. With confidence high in the Rudras’ camp and pressure mounting on Kanpur, this promises to be a battle of grit versus momentum. Scheduled at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, both teams will look to stamp their authority in the tournament with a statement win.
Match Details
| Match | Kashi Rudras vs Kanpur Superstars, 4th T20 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, 19th August 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
Team Previews
Kanpur Superstars Preview
Kanpur Superstars endured a nightmare start to their season with an 86-run defeat against Meerut Mavericks. Their bowlers leaked 225 runs, showing little control or discipline, which Sameer Rizvi will want to rectify quickly. Batting is their stronger suit, but even here, they struggled to form partnerships. Rizvi will need big contributions from top-order players like Adarsh Singh and Shubhanker Shukla. Middle-order batters like Abhishek Pandey and Priyanshu Gautam must step up, while all-rounders Shubham Mishra and Bobby Yadav will have to play dual roles. In bowling, Vineet Panwar and Rahul Sharma are expected to strike early, while Fred Klaassen-like discipline from Mukesh Kumar and Priyanshu Gautam is key. Kanpur needs a collective bowling effort to keep Rudras’ batting in check.
Kashi Rudras Preview
Karan Sharma’s side started with a statement win over Gorakhpur Lions, securing victory by 50 runs. Their bowlers, particularly Atal Bihari Rai and Shivam Mavi, ripped through the opposition, and the batting unit supported with handy scores across the order. Abhishek Goswami and Karan Sharma form the core at the top, while the likes of Uvais Ahmad, Upendra Yadav, and Yashovardhan Singh add stability in the middle. Shivam Mavi and Shubham Chaubey provide the finishing punch, making Rudras a balanced side. With the ball, Atal Bihari Rai’s early breakthroughs and Sunil Kumar’s support make them dangerous in the powerplay. Mavi and Shiva Singh handle middle overs, ensuring constant pressure. Overall, Kashi Rudras look like the more complete unit coming into this game.
Squads
Kashi Rudras Squad
Karan Sharma (c), Abhishek Goswami, Uvais Ahmad, Upendra Yadav (wk), Yashovardhan Singh, Shubham Chaubey, Aranav Baliyan, Shivam Mavi, Shiva Singh, Kartik Yadav, Sunil Kumar, Atal Bihari Rai (Impact)
Kanpur Superstars Squad
Sameer Rizvi (c), Adarsh Singh, Shubhanker Shukla, Abhishek Pandey (wk), Shaurya Singh, Priyanshu Gautam, Shubham Mishra, Rahul Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, Bobby Yadav, Vineet Panwar, Inzamam Hussain (Impact)
Probable Playing XI
Kashi Rudras: Karan Sharma (c), Abhishek Goswami, Uvais Ahmad, Upendra Yadav (wk), Yashovardhan Singh, Shubham Chaubey, Shivam Mavi, Shiva Singh, Kartik Yadav, Sunil Kumar, Atal Bihari Rai
Kanpur Superstars: Sameer Rizvi (c), Adarsh Singh, Shubhanker Shukla, Abhishek Pandey (wk), Shaurya Singh, Priyanshu Gautam, Shubham Mishra, Rahul Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, Bobby Yadav, Vineet Panwar
Fantasy Team XI
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| WK | Upendra Yadav, Abhishek Pandey |
| Batters | Sameer Rizvi, Abhishek Goswami, Karan Sharma, Adarsh Singh |
| All-rounders | Shivam Mavi (C), Shubham Mishra |
| Bowlers | Atal Bihari Rai (VC), Sunil Kumar, Vineet Panwar |
Fantasy Analysis:
- Captain Choices: Shivam Mavi (all-rounder impact) and Atal Bihari Rai (wicket-taker).
- Vice-Captain: Atal Bihari Rai or Karan Sharma.
- Players to Avoid: Shaurya Singh (out of form) and Inzamam Hussain (inconsistent opener).
Favourite Team Today
Kashi Rudras enter this match as the stronger side on paper and form. Their comprehensive win in the previous game has boosted confidence in both batting and bowling departments. They have a balanced unit, with Abhishek Goswami and Karan Sharma leading the batting, while Shivam Mavi provides dual strength with bat and ball. The presence of Atal Bihari Rai and Sunil Kumar ensures early breakthroughs, making them a dangerous attack on Lucknow’s wicket. On the other hand, Kanpur Superstars are struggling to find rhythm, especially in their bowling, which leaked 225 runs in the opener. Unless they make significant improvements, it’s difficult to see them restricting Rudras’ batting unit. Considering their overall balance, form, and momentum, Rudras stand as clear favourites in this encounter.
Pitch Report
The Lucknow surface is known to be batting-friendly with good bounce. However, bowlers who hit the deck hard and spinners in the middle overs can find assistance. Scores around 160-170 are competitive.
Weather Report
Clear skies are expected in Lucknow with no rain threat. Temperature will hover around 31°C with moderate humidity.
Broadcast Details
Live streaming available on FanCode.
Score Prediction
- If Kashi Rudras Bat First: 159+
- If Kanpur Superstars Bat First: 142+
Toss Prediction
Winner of Toss: Kanpur Superstars
Match Prediction
Winner: Kashi Rudras 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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