Vijaywada Sunshiners vs Bhimavaram Bulls Prediction: Who Will Win Eliminator T20 APL Match on 21st August 2025?
The knockout stage of the Andhra Premier League 2025 gets underway with the Eliminator clash at Visakhapatnam, where Vijaywada Sunshiners will lock horns with Bhimavaram Bulls. This is a do-or-die game where the winner advances to Qualifier 2 and the loser exits the tournament. Fans are excited for this thrilling contest, and our detailed Vijaywada Sunshiners vs Bhimavaram Bulls prediction gives you insights into team form, fantasy tips, and match analysis ahead of the big game.
Match Details
| Match | Vijaywada Sunshiners vs Bhimavaram Bulls, Eliminator T20 |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, 21st August 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Dr. Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam |
Team Previews
Vijaywada Sunshiners Preview
Vijaywada Sunshiners have enjoyed a solid campaign in APL 2025, finishing third on the table with three wins. Their batting has been led by the prolific Ashwin Hebbar, who is the second-highest run scorer in the tournament with 309 runs in six innings at a blistering strike rate of 180.70. His aggressive starts have set the tone for the side, and he remains their biggest weapon in the Eliminator.
Munnangi Abhinav has also chipped in with 215 runs, anchoring innings when required, while youngsters like Garimella Teja Krishna and Shaik-Zaheer Abbas have added stability in the middle order. Their batting depth gives them flexibility to adapt to game situations.
In bowling, Prithvi Raj Yarra has spearheaded the attack with 9 wickets in six games. He has been complemented by Sai Venkata Sumith (6 wickets) and experienced Lalith Mohan (5 wickets). This trio has ensured control in the middle overs, restricting opposition run flow. Overall, Vijayawada look like a well-rounded side capable of handling knockout pressure.
Bhimavaram Bulls Preview
Bhimavaram Bulls secured their playoff berth with two wins and two no-results, finishing fourth on the points table. Their campaign has been up-and-down, but they have dangerous match-winners in their ranks.
Revanth Reddy has been their standout batter, accumulating 141 runs at a healthy strike rate of 142.42. He is supported by Thota Saran, who has been in brilliant form, smashing 138 runs in just three innings at 164.29. With additional contributions from Nimmala Himakar and skipper Maramreddy Reddy, their batting has enough firepower to challenge any attack.
On the bowling side, Satyanarayana Raju has been their strike bowler with 11 wickets at an economy of under 7. Skipper Maramreddy Reddy (6 wickets) and Pinninti Tejaswi provide crucial breakthroughs in middle overs. If Bhimavaram’s bowlers can curb Hebbar early, they will have a genuine chance of upsetting Vijayawada.
Squads
Vijaywada Sunshiners Squad: Ashwin Hebbar (c), Mamidi Vamsi Krishna (wk), Munnangi Abhinav, Garimella Teja, Dheeraj Kumar, K S Narasimha Raju, Yadla Vasu, Lalith Mohan, Prithvi Raj Yarra, Sai Venkata Sumith, VS Adithya Reddy, S Zaheer Abbas, Sangaraju Sooraj Varma.
Bhimavaram Bulls Squad: Hemanth Reddy (c), Revanth Reddy (wk), Thota Sravan, Nimmala Himakar, Muvvala Yuvan, Bhupathiraju Munish Varma, Bendalam Satvik, Pinninti Tejaswi, Challarapu Siva, Satyanarayana Raju, Patnala Bhuvaneswar Rao, Allareddi Surya Teja, Harishankar Reddy.
Probable Playing XI
Vijaywada Sunshiners XI: Ashwin Hebbar (c), Mamidi Vamsi Krishna (wk), Munnangi Abhinav, Garimella Teja, Dheeraj Kumar, K S Narasimha Raju, Yadla Vasu, Lalith Mohan, Prithvi Raj Yarra, Sai Venkata Sumith, VS Adithya Reddy.
Bhimavaram Bulls XI: Hemanth Reddy (c), Revanth Reddy (wk), Thota Saran, Nimmala Himakar, Muvvala Yuvan, Bhupathiraju Munish Varma, Bendalam Satvik, Pinninti Tejaswi, Challarapu Siva, Satyanarayana Raju, Patnala Bhuvaneswar Rao.
Fantasy Team XI
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Batters | Ashwin Hebbar, Revanth Reddy, Thota Saran, Munnangi Abhinav |
| All-Rounders | Maramreddy Reddy, Garimella Teja Krishna |
| Wicketkeeper | Mamidi Vamsi Krishna |
| Bowlers | Prithvi Raj Yarra, Satyanarayana Raju, Lalith Mohan, Sai Venkata Sumith |
Fantasy Analysis:
- Captain picks: Ashwin Hebbar, Revanth Reddy (both consistent run scorers).
- Vice-Captain picks: Prithvi Raj Yarra, Satyanarayana Raju (likely to pick wickets).
- Players to avoid: Muvvala Yuvan (inconsistent with bat), Bendalam Satvik (limited impact).
Favourite Team Today
Vijaywada Sunshiners enter this Eliminator as the favorites due to their well-rounded performances throughout the league phase. They have a dominant batting core with Ashwin Hebbar in sublime form and supported by Abhinav and Teja Krishna. Their ability to post or chase down 170+ scores consistently sets them apart from Bhimavaram. Moreover, their bowling attack led by Prithvi Raj Yarra and Lalith Mohan has been more disciplined compared to Bhimavaram’s unit. While the Bulls rely heavily on Revanth Reddy and Satyanarayana Raju, the Sunshiners have multiple match-winners across departments. This balance gives them the edge in this high-pressure clash.
Pitch Report
The Visakhapatnam pitch has been batting-friendly, with 170+ being a competitive total. Spinners might find some grip in the middle overs, but chasing has been the preferred option here.
Weather Report
Clear skies are expected in Visakhapatnam with no rain forecast. Perfect conditions for a full match.
Broadcast Details
Live Streaming available on Fancode.
Score Prediction
- If Vijayawada Sunshiners Bat First: 160+
- If Bhimavaram Bulls Bat First: 140+
Toss Prediction
Teams winning the toss are likely to bowl first. Prediction: Bhimavaram Bulls win toss.
Match Prediction
Winner: Vijaywada Sunshiners to 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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