MD vs SL 6th Match of Maharaja Trophy Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Injury Updates

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Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2025: Mangalore Dragons vs Shivamogga Lions - A Battle for Momentum

The Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2025 continues to enthrall cricket fans, and all eyes are now on the sixth match of the tournament, where the Mangalore Dragons will face off against the Shivamogga Lions. This encounter is more than just a game; it's a battle for momentum and a chance to assert dominance early in the season. With the tournament venue shifted to the Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar Ground in Mysuru, both teams will be looking to adapt quickly and seize the opportunity.

For the Mangalore Dragons, the mood in the camp is undoubtedly buoyant. They started their campaign with a convincing 33-run victory against the Gulbarga Mystics, a performance that highlighted their all-round strength. The Dragons' batting lineup, fueled by the likes of McNeil Noronha, who scored a blistering 53, and a solid opening partnership, looks capable of posting imposing totals. Their bowling attack, led by the impressive Shreyas Gopal and Kranthi Kumar, who both took three wickets in the last match, proved lethal in defending their score. They will be eager to continue this winning momentum and solidify their position at the top of the points table.

In contrast, the Shivamogga Lions are facing an uphill battle. They are coming into this match on the back of a 29-run defeat to the Hubli Tigers in their opening game. Despite a valiant knock of 79 from Anirudha Joshi, the Lions' top order struggled, and their bowlers were unable to contain the opposition. The team will be under pressure to secure their first win of the season and get their campaign back on track. This match presents a golden opportunity for them to regroup, correct their mistakes, and prove their mettle against a team that is high on confidence. The contest promises to be a thrilling one as the Mangalore Dragons aim to extend their winning streak while the Shivamogga Lions fight to roar back into contention.

Head-to-Head: MD vs SL- Who Holds the Advantage?

Based on historical matchups and recent performance, the Mangalore Dragons have a significant advantage over the Shivamogga Lions. According to historical data from the Maharaja Trophy KSCA, the two teams have faced each other three times, and the Dragons have consistently held the upper hand. Their current form further reinforces this trend. In their opening match of the 2025 tournament, the Mangalore Dragons secured a commanding 33-run victory against the Gulbarga Mystics, showcasing a potent batting line-up and a formidable bowling attack.

The Shivamogga Lions, on the other hand, are struggling to find their footing. They began their campaign with a 29-run defeat to the Hubli Tigers. While they showed some promise with Anirudha Joshi's impressive knock, their top-order batting and bowling lacked the cohesion and firepower needed to compete. Given the Dragons' strong start and their historical dominance in this rivalry, they are the clear favorites heading into this contest. Let’s break down their head-to-head record to see who holds the edge ahead of the MLC 2025 opener:

Total Matches Played: 3

Mangalore Dragons: 1

Shivamogga Lions Wins: 2

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

MD vs SL Match Predictions: Who Holds the Advantage?

Based on recent head-to-head matchups, the Shivamogga Lions hold a 2-1 advantage over the Mangalore Dragons. However, the Dragons are in better current form, having won their opening match convincingly, while the Lions lost their first game. The Dragons are favored to win this match due to their strong team performance, particularly from players like Macneil Noronha and Shreyas Gopal.

Mangalore Dragons vs Shivamogga Lions Squad Injury Update:

No any Injury concerns.

Mangalore Dragons vs Shivamogga Lions Squad Match, Date, Time & Venue:

Match: MD vs SL 6th Match of Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2025

Date: 13 August 2025

Time: 7:15 PM

Stadium: Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground

Location: Mysore

Hubli Tigers vs Shivamogga Lions Squad Match Pitch Report:

The 6th T20 match between Mangalore Dragons vs Shivamogga Lions, will be played on 13 August  at 7:15 PM in Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore. The Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore hosted a total of 5 T20 matches, 3 matches won batting first and 2 matches won batting 2nd and 0 matches with no result. The pitch at Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore is expected to be a balanced track. While seamers may get some help with the new ball, the pitch will likely slow down as the match progresses, bringing spinners into play. The average first-innings score is around 170, and the team winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.

T20I Stats	Value
Total Matches	7
Batting First Won	5
Bowling First Won	2
1st Innings Average Score	145
2nd Innings Average Score	126
Highest Total	221/5
Lowest Total	46/10
Highest Chased	168/5
Lowest Defended	126/6

Possible Playing 11 for Mangalore Dragons:

Lochan Gowda, Sharath BR (wk), Aneesh KV, Macneil Hadley Noronha, Paras Gurbax Arya, Aadarsh Prajwal, Shreyas Gopal (c), S Shivaraj, Kranthi Kumar, Ronit More, Abhilash Shetty

Possible playing 11 for Shivamogga Lions:

Nihal Ullal (c & wk), Dhruv Prabhakar, Aneeshwar Gautam, Aniruddha Joshi, Bharath Dhuri, Hardik Raj, Avinash D, Vasuki Koushik, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Anand Doddamani, Deepak Devadiga

Mangalore Dragons vs Shivamogga Lions Squad Fantasy Team:

Wicketkeepers: Sharath BR, Lochan Gowda, Nihal Ullal

Batsman: Aneeshwar Gautam, Aniruddha Joshi

All-rounders: Macneil Hadley Noronha, Kranthi Kumar, Dhruv Prabhakar

Bowlers: Shreyas Gopal, Ronit More, Vidhwath Kaverappa

MD vs SL Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Kranthi Kumar (C), Shreyas Gopal (VC) 

Choice 2: Macneil Hadley Noronha (C), Aniruddha Joshi (VC)

MD vs SL Fantasy Prediction Backups:

Krishnamurthy Siddharth, Sourabh Muttur, S Shivaraj, Lochan Gowda

Disclaimer:

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision

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