Space City Raiders vs Seattle Thunderbolts prediction for the 5th T20 match of the Houston Open T20 League is here. Both teams are coming off disappointing performances and will be looking to bounce back when they clash on Wednesday, 30th April 2025 at the Prairie View Cricket Complex, Texas. Space City Raiders have shown glimpses of potential, with Sujit Nayak’s brilliant knock in the previous game being a major highlight. On the other hand, Seattle Thunderbolts were heavily outplayed in their last match and will need a much better all-round show. Cricketwebs provides 100% match prediction tips for every cricket match. Let’s analyze the teams, players, pitch, and more to bring you the most accurate Space City Raiders vs Seattle Thunderbolts prediction.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Space City Raiders vs Seattle Thunderbolts 5th T20 |
| Date | 30th April 2025 |
| Time | 8:00 PM (Local Time) |
| Venue | Prairie View Cricket Complex, Texas |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Space City Raiders – Team Preview
Space City Raiders are still settling into the tournament, having lost their first match despite a strong middle-order effort. Sujit Nayak remains the brightest spot in their batting line-up, scoring 67 runs in their opener. However, their top-order struggles and bowling inconsistencies are areas that need attention.
The bowling unit, led by Akhilesh Bodugum, lacked penetration in the death overs and couldn’t stop the run flow. However, with experienced players like Shubham Ranjane and Shadley van Schalkwyk in the squad, Space City Raiders have the potential to stage a strong comeback.
They need early breakthroughs and better strike rotation from the top three to convert their performances into wins. If Monank Patel and Gourav Bajaj find form, SCR could become a threatening side in the league.
Seattle Thunderbolts – Team Preview
Seattle Thunderbolts also lost their opening game and showed limited signs of cohesion. Their batting crumbled early against Mustangs Cricket Academy, and only Adithya Ganesh and Sami Sohail provided resistance with 38 and 30 runs respectively.
Their bowlers were ineffective in defending the modest total, with only Rahul Nama picking up a wicket. Despite having experienced names like Elmore Hutchinson and Khawar Ali, Thunderbolts failed to build pressure with the ball.
Heading into this match, they need to improve both top-order performance and death bowling. Their batting depth is a concern, as once Ganesh or Sohail fall, the rest crumble too easily. They will be under pressure but still capable of pulling off a surprise if their senior players step up.
Team Squads
Space City Raiders:
Abhinav Sikharam, Gourav Bajaj, Krish Patel, Monank Patel, Adil Bhatti, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Shubham Ranjane, Sujit Nayak, Mudi Prajith, Sidhesh Pathare, Aarin Nadkarni, Aarnav Patel, Akhilesh Reddy, Siddhant Shah, Vineet Sinha, Zia Shahzad
Seattle Thunderbolts:
Abinav Sudershanum, Dhruv Redhu, Sami Sohail, Rahul Nama, Shashwat Kohli, Bhaskar Yadram, Khawar Ali, Krish Katre, Mayura Lakshmikanth, Sanat Misra, Adithya Ganesh, Ian Dev Singh, Shreyas Chitneni, Elmore Hutchinson, Honest Ziwira, Juanoy Drysdale
Probable Playing XI
Space City Raiders:
- Monank Patel (c)
- Gourav Bajaj
- Krish Patel
- Sujit Nayak
- Adil Bhatti
- Shubham Ranjane
- Shadley van Schalkwyk
- Akhilesh Reddy
- Sidhesh Pathare
- Siddhant Shah
- Vineet Sinha
Seattle Thunderbolts:
- Adithya Ganesh (wk)
- Sami Sohail
- Ian Dev Singh (c)
- Shashwat Kohli
- Khawar Ali
- Mayura Lakshmikanth
- Bhaskar Yadram
- Rahul Nama
- Elmore Hutchinson
- Honest Ziwira
- Sanat Misra
Today’s Dream11/Fantasy Prediction for Space City Raiders vs Seattle Thunderbolts
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Batsmen | Monank Patel, Krish Patel, Ian Dev Singh |
| All-rounders | Sujit Nayak (C), Shubham Ranjane, Khawar Ali (VC) |
| Wicketkeeper | Adithya Ganesh |
| Bowlers | Akhilesh Reddy, Elmore Hutchinson, Rahul Nama, Shadley van Schalkwyk |
Fantasy Analysis
- Captain: Sujit Nayak – In brilliant form with a 67-run knock and likely to contribute again.
- Vice-Captain: Khawar Ali – A handy all-rounder who can fetch points with both bat and ball.
- Players to Avoid:
- Gourav Bajaj – Out of form and struggled with the bat.
- Krish Katre – Not consistent and unlikely to make much impact.
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Favourite Team Today: Space City Raiders
Space City Raiders appear more balanced and have stronger individual performers compared to Seattle Thunderbolts. Their middle order, especially Sujit Nayak and Shubham Ranjane, showed resilience in tough situations. With slightly better bowling and more depth, they have a higher chance of exploiting the Thunderbolts’ weak top order. Seattle’s over-reliance on a couple of batters could hurt them again if early wickets fall. Raiders, on the other hand, have players like Monank Patel and Shadley van Schalkwyk who can step up in crunch moments. If they fix their powerplay bowling, Space City Raiders should walk away with a win.
Pitch Report – Prairie View Cricket Complex
- Balanced wicket offering assistance to both pacers and spinners.
- Average first innings score: 150-155
- Chasing sides have won more here in recent games.
Weather Report
- Mostly clear skies, with no rain interruption expected.
- Temperature: Around 22°C
- Humidity: Moderate
Broadcast Details
- Streaming Platform: Fancode App and Website
Score Prediction
- If Space City Raiders Bat First: 145+
- If Seattle Thunderbolts Bat First: 140+
Toss Prediction
- Win Toss and Bowl First
Match Prediction
Winner: Space City Raiders Will Win
They have better momentum and in-form players and will likely outclass Seattle Thunderbolts in this clash.
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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