KBB vs SY Match Prediction : Final, Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, 2026
KBNB vs SMY Win Probability
62%
Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters
38%
Shivamogga Yodhas
Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters To Win, 1.73
Bangalore Blasters boast a stronger and more reliable middle order than the Shivamogga Yodhas.
The pace bowlers have done really well for the Bangalore Blasters and that is a big advantage.
We think the presence of some experienced players in the Bangalore setup will help tilt the balance in their favor.
KBNB vs SMY Betting Tips
Rohan Patil to score over 24.5 runs
Rohan Patil has been one of the standout batters of the Maharaja Trophy and has consistently provided Bangalore Blasters with strong starts. He has crossed the 25-run mark in the majority of his recent innings and has been the backbone of Bangalore's batting lineup. We are backing him to play another valuable knock in the final.
Bangalore Blasters total runs before the fall of the 1st wicket over 24.5
Bhuvan Mohan Raju and Rohan Patil have formed one of the tournament's most reliable opening partnerships. Bangalore's top order has repeatedly laid solid foundations throughout the competition, and with both openers in good touch, another positive start looks likely in this title clash.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters
Shivamogga Yodhas
After an exciting three-week tournament featuring six teams, the Maharaja Trophy 2026 reaches its grand finale. Bangalore Blasters and Shivamogga Yodhas will battle for their maiden title when they meet at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday evening.
Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters vs Shivamogga Yodhas Head-to-Head Record
Bangalore Blasters have dominated this fixture, winning both previous meetings against Shivamogga Yodhas.
KBB vs SY Team Previews
Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters
Bangalore Blasters have been the standout side of the tournament, losing just one of their 11 matches. They finished at the top of the league table before securing a direct place in the final by winning Qualifier 1. Having been the most consistent team throughout the competition, they will now look to cap off an excellent campaign by lifting their maiden Maharaja Trophy title.
Their batting has been the biggest reason behind their success. Rohan Patil has enjoyed a superb tournament and remains one of the leading run-scorers, consistently providing strong starts alongside Bhuvan Mohan Raju. The middle order has also performed exceptionally well, with K Shrijith, S Shivaraj, Rohan Naveen, Praveen Dubey and captain Shubhang Hegde all making valuable contributions.
Dubey and Hegde were outstanding in Qualifier 1, both scoring half-centuries to guide the team into the final. The duo also forms a formidable spin partnership, with Hegde leading the team's wicket charts with 14 wickets this season.
The pace attack is equally impressive. V Kaverappa, Samit Dravid and Nishchith Rao have consistently struck with the new ball and will once again be expected to provide early breakthroughs.
Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters Expected Playing 11
Bhuvan Mohan Raju, Rohan Patil, K Shrijith (WK), Samit Dravid, S Shivaraj, Shubhang Hegde (C), Praveen Dubey, Rohan Naveen, Rohan Raju, V Kaverappa, Nishchith Rao
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Shivamogga Yodhas
Shivamogga Yodhas endured an inconsistent league phase and only just managed to qualify for the playoffs. However, they have saved their best cricket for the knockout stage, winning both playoff matches to book a place in their maiden Maharaja Trophy final.
Much of their batting will revolve around Luvnith Sisodia, who has been the tournament's leading run-scorer. He has consistently given his side flying starts and will once again shoulder the responsibility alongside Tushar Singh at the top of the order.
The middle order features Aneesh KV, Sujay Sateri and Shreyank Sagar. While Aneesh has enjoyed a solid campaign, the remaining batters have struggled for consistency, meaning Shivamogga will need one or two players to produce a match-winning innings in the final. The all-rounders, Harshil Dharmani and Naveen MG, have also yet to make significant contributions with the bat.
Bowling has been Shivamogga's biggest strength this season. Abhilash Shetty leads the tournament wicket charts with 17 wickets and will spearhead a strong pace attack alongside Naveen MG, Yashovardhan Parantap and Younus Ali Baig. Left-arm spinner Shreesha Achar has also been outstanding, picking up 14 wickets and providing crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs.
Shivamogga Yodhas Expected Playing 11
Luvnith Sisodia (C), Tushar Singh, Aneesh KV, Sujay Sateri (WK), Shreyank Sagar, Harshil Dharmani, Yashovardhan Parantap, Naveen MG, Dhanush Gowda, Shreesha Achar, Abhilash Shetty
KBB vs SY Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss is expected to bowl first. While teams batting first have enjoyed success in evening matches this season, captains have generally preferred chasing at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium because of the possibility of dew later in the game.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has hosted several matches over the past week, and there are signs that the surface has begun to slow down. Fast bowlers can expect some assistance if they hit the deck hard, while anything pitched too full is likely to disappear to the boundary.
Despite offering something for the bowlers, the venue remains one of the better batting grounds in domestic cricket. A first-innings total in the region of 190-200 should provide a competitive platform in the final.
The weather is expected to remain warm and humid with overcast skies. However, rain is not forecast during the match.
KBB vs SY : Who Will Win?
Bangalore Blasters have been the benchmark team throughout the tournament, performing consistently with both bat and ball. Their batting lineup has delivered under pressure, while their bowling attack has repeatedly found ways to restrict quality opponents.
Shivamogga Yodhas have produced an impressive run through the playoffs, but they have been less consistent across the season and could find it difficult against such a balanced Bangalore side. With more experience, greater depth, and superior form heading into the final, Bangalore Blasters look well placed to lift their maiden Maharaja Trophy title.
Bet on Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters to win.
