SY vs GM Match Prediction : 18th Match, Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, 2026
SMY vs GBM Win Probability
47%
Shivamogga Yodhas
53%
Gulbarga Mystics
Gulbarga Mystics To Win, 1.77
Gulbarga Mystics have the stronger and deeper batting line-up.
Shivamogga Yodhas have lost four of their last five matches.
All four matches played in Hubli this season have been won by the chasing side. Keep an eye on the toss.
SMY vs GBM Betting Tips
Luvnith Sisodia to Score Over 24.5 Runs
Luvnith Sisodia has been the standout batter of the tournament, scoring 207 runs at an average of 41. He has crossed 24 runs in four of his five innings, including three half-centuries.
Highest Individual Score Under 66.5 Runs
Hubli has generally offered balanced conditions with assistance for both seamers and spinners. Given the inconsistent batting performances from both teams, a big individual score looks unlikely.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Shivamogga Yodhas
Gulbarga Mystics
Shivamogga Yodhas will look to end their losing streak when they take on Gulbarga Mystics in the Maharaja Trophy at the KSCA Ground, Hubli. While both teams have had inconsistent campaigns, Gulbarga possess greater batting depth and a more balanced bowling attack, making them favourites to bounce back after their defeat to Hubli Tigers.
Shivamogga Yodhas vs Gulbarga Mystics Head-to-Head Record
Gulbarga Mystics won the only previous meeting between the two sides.
SY vs GM Team Previews
Shivamogga Yodhas
Shivamogga have won only two of their six matches and arrive on the back of consecutive defeats.
Luvnith Sisodia continues to lead the tournament's run-scoring charts and remains the key wicket for the opposition. Naveen MG has provided useful support at the top, while captain Smaran Ravichandran has shown glimpses of form. However, the middle order, featuring Tushar Singh and Aneesh KV, has lacked consistency.
Abhilash Shetty leads the pace attack with seven wickets this season, supported by Yashovardhan Parantap and Bheem Rao Navale. Spinners Shreesha Achar and Mohsin Khan have shared nine wickets and will be crucial on a surface expected to assist slower bowlers.
Shivamogga Yodhas Expected Playing 11
Luvnith Sisodia (WK), Aneesh KV, Smaran Ravichandran (C), Naveen MG, Harshil Dharmani, Yashovardhan Parantap, Tushar Singh, Bheem Rao Navale, Shreesha Achar, Abhilash Shetty, Mohsin Khan
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Gulbarga Mystics
Gulbarga suffered a heavy defeat in their previous outing but remain firmly in contention near the top of the table.
Lochan Gowda and Sharath BR will be expected to provide a stronger start after a series of inconsistent performances. Prakhar Chaturvedi continues to anchor the batting, while Thippa Reddy enters this match after an impressive half-century. Experienced campaigner Manish Pandey adds further stability to the middle order.
Kranthi Kumar leads the pace attack with five wickets and will be supported by Ronit More and Suhas Purushottham. Paras Arya and Macneil Noronha complete a balanced bowling unit capable of exploiting Hubli's conditions.
Gulbarga Mystics Expected Playing 11
Lochan Gowda (WK), Sharath BR, Prakhar Chaturvedi, Macneil Noronha, Manish Pandey (C), Thippa Reddy, Dhruv Prabhakar, Kranthi Kumar, Ronit More, Suhas Purushottham, Paras Arya
SY vs GM Toss Prediction
With chasing teams enjoying a perfect record in Hubli so far, the captain winning the toss is expected to bowl first.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The Hubli surface should provide a balanced contest. Early seam movement is likely due to recent rain, while the dry patches are expected to bring the spinners into play as the match progresses. A first-innings total of 165-170 should be competitive.
Overcast conditions and the possibility of rain remain in the forecast.
SY vs GM : Who Will Win?
Despite their defeat in the previous match, Gulbarga Mystics remain the stronger side on paper. Their experienced middle order and well-rounded bowling attack give them a clear edge over a Shivamogga team that has struggled for consistency throughout the tournament.
Bet on Gulbarga Mystics to win.
