Assam vs Uttar Pradesh — Prediction Correct ✅

Pre-match analysis:

Uttar Pradesh are strong favourites. They top Group B with a perfect 3-0 record and the best NRR in the tournament (+2.433). Assam have improved but still face an uphill battle against the in-form UP side.

Team Context & Recent Form

Uttar Pradesh (3-0, 12 pts, NRR +2.433): The form team of VHT 2025-26. Captain Rinku Singh smashed a 56-ball century (106*) against Chandigarh, leading from the front. Dhruv Jurel is the tournament's leading run-scorer with 307 runs at 153.50 avg, including a stunning 160* vs Baroda. Shivam Mavi and Zeeshan Ansari (3/53 vs Baroda) lead the bowling attack.

Assam (1-2, 4 pts): Bounced back with a dramatic 4-wicket win over Hyderabad on Dec 29. Sibsankar Roy was the hero with 112 off 109 balls plus 2 wickets, chasing down 310. Captain Sumit Ghadigaonkar leads a team showing fight. Note: Riyan Parag is unavailable (shoulder surgery).

Key Player Stats

Venue Analysis

Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot is a batting-friendly venue. Group B matches have produced high scores—Assam chased 310 here. Average first innings score around 280-300. Both teams can bat, but UP's depth is superior.

Final Verdict

Uttar Pradesh have the tournament's best record, best NRR, and match-winners throughout the lineup. Dhruv Jurel and Rinku Singh are both in exceptional form. Assam showed fight by chasing 310, but UP's all-round quality should prevail.

Uttar Pradesh at 75% confidence is our pick.

Value Note

Odds not yet available. Check bookmakers closer to match time. Given UP's dominance, expect them to be favourites around 1.25-1.35. SKIP for betting unless you find odds above 1.33 (our fair price).