Jharkhand vs Tamil Nadu Prediction - Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26
JHK Jharkhand
TN Tamil Nadu
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26
Jharkhand vs Tamil Nadu Match Recap
Jharkhand have the edge in this Group A clash. They are flying at 2-1 (8 pts) with dominant wins, while Tamil Nadu have lost two in a row and sit at 1-2 (4 pts). Ishan Kishan is OUT for this match (returns Jan 2), but Jharkhand have proven they can win without him.
Team Context & Recent Form
Jharkhand (2-1, 8 pts): Destroyed Puducherry on Dec 29 by 133 runs, posting 368/7. Acting captain Kumar Kushagra (105) and Anukul Roy (98* + 2 wickets) were outstanding. Ishan Kishan is unavailable—BCCI advised rest ahead of India's ODI series. Returns Jan 2. The team has shown they can dominate without their star.
Tamil Nadu (1-2, 4 pts): Two straight losses—to MP (Round 2) and Karnataka (Round 3). Captain N. Jagadeesan and Sai Sudharsan have shown glimpses but the team can't close out games. Washington Sundar is NOT playing. Spin attack led by Sai Kishore. Bowling has struggled to defend 280+.
Key Player Stats
| Player | Team | Role | Key Stat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anukul Roy | JHK | All-rounder | 98* + 2 wkts vs Puducherry (POTM) |
| Kumar Kushagra (C) | JHK | WK-Bat | 105 vs Puducherry |
| N. Jagadeesan (C) | TN | WK-Bat | 5 consecutive 100s record holder |
| B. Sai Sudharsan | TN | Top order | India A experience, inconsistent form |
Venue Analysis
Gujarat College Ground, Ahmedabad is a smaller venue with high-scoring potential. Jharkhand just posted 368 in their last game. Expect runs—but Jharkhand's bowling has been more effective than TN's lately.
Final Verdict
Jharkhand's all-round form—368/7 posted, 133-run win—shows a team clicking without Ishan Kishan. Tamil Nadu have lost two close games in a row and lack the bowling to contain this Jharkhand lineup. Anukul Roy's all-round brilliance makes Jharkhand the pick.
Jharkhand at 65% confidence is our pick.
Value Note
Odds not yet available. Jharkhand should be favourites around 1.50-1.60. Look for odds above 1.54 (our fair price) for value. SKIP for betting until odds are available.
