MD vs HT Match Prediction : Qualifier 1, Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, 2025

After a grueling schedule lasting over 15 days, we have our top four teams in the ongoing Maharaja Trophy. The Mangalore Dragons and the Hubli Tigers finished as the top two teams and will face off in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday. The winner of this match will go directly to the finals, while the loser will face either Gulabarga or Bengaluru in Qualifier 2.

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Mangalore Dragons vs Hubli Tigers Head-to-Head Record

The two teams have faced each other in 6 matches to date. Hubli has an excellent record with 5 wins, while Mangalore has managed to win only one.

Mangalore Dragons vs Hubli Tigers Live-streaming and Broadcast

This encounter will be telecast live in Indian on Star Sports Network. Indian cricket fans can also enjoy it by using live streaming on the FanCode website and app.

You can find live odds, updated tips after every day's play, and more information about this match at ocbscores.com.

MD vs HT Team Previews

Mangalore Dragons

The Mangalore Dragons have been the most consistent team this season. With only two losses in 10 games, the team finished at the top of the table. As a result, this is the first time that they have managed to reach the playoffs.

Sharath BR and Lochan Gowda have been excellent at the top of the order and have given the team some excellent starts. They are also the top two run-getters for the team. Macneil Noronha is another batsman to watch out for. He has played some solid knocks in the middle order.

Noronha will be joined by Aneesh KV, Thippa Reddy, Aadarsh Prajwal, and S Shivaraj. The 75-run partnership between Prajwal and Shivaraj was instrumental in helping Mangalore finish at the top of the table.

Coming to the bowling, Kranthi Kumar’s excellent record continues as he has picked up 24 wickets and is the leading wicket-taker of the tournament. He will be joined by S Acharya and Ronit More in the seam department. The spinners have done an excellent job as well.

Shreyas Gopal has led the department with 14 wickets and has received good support from Noronha and Sachin Shinde.

Mangalore Dragons Expected Playing 11

Sharath BR (WK), Lochan Gowda, Macneil Noronha, Aneesh KV, Aadarsh Prajwal, Shreyas Gopal (C), S Shivaraj, Kranthi Kumar, Thippa Reddy, Ronit More, Sachin Shinde

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Hubli Tigers

The Hubli Tigers have continued their excellent record in the Maharaja Trophy, reaching the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season. With 7 wins in 10 matches, they finished second on the points table.
Hubli’s latest win came on Monday as they defeated Shivamogga by a whopping 105 runs.

Devdutt Padikkal has been in brilliant form at the top of the order and will look to give Hubli a strong start along with Mohammed Taha. K Shrijith and Abhinav Manohar scored individual half-centuries in the previous match and look in excellent form as well.

In addition to the duo, Hubli has the services of Karthikeya KP, Manvanth Kumar, and S Rakshith. Hubli Tigers arguably have one of the strongest spin attacks in the league. Yash Raj Punja is the leading wicket-taker with 21 wickets. He has received excellent support from KC Cariappa and Shreesha Achar.

However, the seamers have struggled a bit as Nithin Nagraja and Manvanth Kumar have managed to pick only 10 wickets between them.

Hubli Tigers Expected Playing 11

Devdutt Padikkal, Mohammed Taha (C), K Shrijith, Karthikeya KP, Abhinav Manohar, S Rakshith (WK), Rithesh Bhatkal, Manvanth Kumar, KC Cariappa, Yash Raj Punja, S Achar

MD vs HT Toss Prediction

6 of the last 10 matches played here were won while chasing. In 7 of those games, the team winning the toss opted to field first, and we expect that trend to continue.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

Since the weather in Mysore has cleared a bit, the surface has dried out and has gotten better to bat on. The ball comes nicely onto the bat, and playing shots is easier. The team batting first will look to get as close to the 200-run mark as possible.

The spinners can expect some turn if they bowl a bit slow and toss the ball. The weather is expected to remain overcast, with possible drizzle throughout the day.

MD vs GM: Who Will Win?

Both Hubli and Mangalore have been among the best teams this season and are fully deserving of a place in Qualifier 1. While there is no clear favorite, we feel that the Mangalore Dragons have a slight edge here as they have plenty of depth in their batting and a well-balanced bowling attack.

Bet on the Mangalore Dragons to win.

MD vs GM win percentage stands at 51% in favor of MD.

Todays Match Prediction: Mangalore Dragons to Win.