Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26
Chandigarh vs Vidarbha — Prediction Correct ✅
CHD Chandigarh
VID Vidarbha
Sanosara Cricket Ground B, Rajkot
Our pre-match predictionResult: Vidarbha won by 8 wickets (165 balls remaining). CHD 113 vs VID 114/2.
Our Prediction: Vidarbha — Correct
Pre-match analysis published on 31 December 2025:
Vidarbha are overwhelming favourites. They are in excellent form at 2-1 (8 pts) with Dhruv Shorey having scored 5 consecutive List A centuries (equalling the all-time record). Chandigarh are winless at 0-3 (0 pts) despite batting well. This is a mismatch on paper.
Team Context & Recent Form
Vidarbha (2-1, 8 pts): Won their last match vs J&K by 5 wickets on Dec 29, chasing 312. Aman Mokhade (139) was Player of the Match, with R. Samarth (114) supporting. While Dhruv Shorey's record 5-century streak ended in this match, the batting depth is exceptional. Captain Harsh Dubey leads a balanced attack.
Chandigarh (0-3, 0 pts): Still winless despite improved batting. Lost to Bengal (Dec 29) by 6 wickets after posting 319. Captain Manan Vohra scored a fine 122 off 127 balls, with Sanyam Saini (67) supporting. The bowling is the problem—conceded 320 in 47 overs. Cannot defend totals.
Key Player Stats
| Player | Team | Role | Key Stat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aman Mokhade | VID | Opener | 139 vs J&K (POTM) |
| Dhruv Shorey | VID | No. 3 | 5 consecutive 100s (record, now ended) |
| Manan Vohra (C) | CHD | Opener | 122 vs Bengal |
| Harsh Dubey (C) | VID | All-rounder | Leads disciplined bowling attack |
Venue Analysis
Sanosara Cricket Ground A, Rajkot is extremely batting-friendly. Both teams were in 600+ run games on Dec 29. Expect another high-scoring affair, but Vidarbha's balanced bowling should prove decisive.
Final Verdict
Chandigarh can bat—Vohra's 122 proved that—but their bowling cannot defend any total. Vidarbha have multiple century-makers (Shorey, Mokhade, Samarth) and better bowling. Even if Chandigarh post 300+, Vidarbha have proven they can chase.
Vidarbha at 82% confidence is our pick.
Value Note
Odds not yet available. Expect Vidarbha to be heavy favourites around 1.20-1.25. SKIP for betting unless you find odds above 1.22 (our fair price).
