Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Madhya Pradesh
vs
Maharashtra
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Madhya Pradesh vs Maharashtra Match Prediction
Strong Edge | Model tips Maharashtra at 89%
The Verdict
Maharashtra are expected to win with a confidence level of 88.9%, giving them a clear edge over Madhya Pradesh. The primary reason for this edge is Maharashtra's strong recent form, having a well-rounded team in terms of batting and bowling.
Key Battleground
One key area where Maharashtra have an advantage is in the death overs, where they bat and bowl at a slightly better run rate compared to their opponents. In the 'death' phase comparison, Maharashtra batsmen average 8.4 runs per over while bowlers concede at an economy of 9.5, whereas Madhya Pradesh's corresponding numbers are 7.2 RPO for batting and 9.5 econ for bowling.
Venue Factor
The match will be played on a spin-friendly pitch at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, which could bring Maharashtra's strong spin bowling attack into play. However, the chase rate of 59.3 indicates that even on this wicket, chasing is not an insurmountable task for Madhya Pradesh if they can establish a good partnership early on.
Maharashtra are expected to win with a confidence level of 88.9%, giving them a clear edge over Madhya Pradesh. The primary reason for this edge is Maharashtra's strong recent form, having a well-rounded team in terms of batting and bowling.
Key Battleground
One key area where Maharashtra have an advantage is in the death overs, where they bat and bowl at a slightly better run rate compared to their opponents. In the 'death' phase comparison, Maharashtra batsmen average 8.4 runs per over while bowlers concede at an economy of 9.5, whereas Madhya Pradesh's corresponding numbers are 7.2 RPO for batting and 9.5 econ for bowling.
Venue Factor
The match will be played on a spin-friendly pitch at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, which could bring Maharashtra's strong spin bowling attack into play. However, the chase rate of 59.3 indicates that even on this wicket, chasing is not an insurmountable task for Madhya Pradesh if they can establish a good partnership early on.
