Kochi Blue Tigers (KBT) will square off against Thrissur Titans (TT) at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday, August 30, in match No. 20 of the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) 2025.Saly Samson-led Kochi Blue Tigers have won four games and lost two so far in KCL 2025. They started with three wins before losing two back-to-back games. However, they bounced back to winning ways on Thursday, beating Adani Trivandrum Royals by nine runs in a high-scoring thriller.Meanwhile, Thrissur Titans have also won four matches out of the six they have played in KCL 2025. They were on a two-match winning streak before losing to Aries Kollam Sailors by three wickets (via VJD Method) on Friday.Match Details
Pitch ReportThe pitches have been very difficult for bowlers as there is not too much assistance available for them. Batters have been able to take the attack to the bowlers, using the long handle to great effect. The powerplay overs will be important for both teams.Head-to-Head RecordKBT vs TT Predicted Playing 11Kochi Blue Tigers:Saly Samson (C), Sanju Samson, Vinoop Manoharan, Nikhil Thottath (WK), Alfi Francis John, Jobin Joby, Muhammad Ashik, Muhammed Shanu, Jerin PS, Rakesh KJ, Ajeesh K.Thrissur Titans:Anand Krishnan, Ahammed Imran, Varun Nayanar, Shoun Roger, Arjun AK (WK), Akshay Manohar, Ajinas K, Sijomon Joseph (C), Sibin Gireesh, Md Nidheesh, Adithya Vinod.Also Check:KCL 2025 SquadsProbable Best Performers of the MatchProbable Best Batter: Sanju SamsonKochi Blue Tigers’ Sanju Samson has been in stunning form in KCL 2025. He has amassed 285 runs in four innings at an average of 71.25 and a strike rate of 182.69. The 30-year-old scored a belligerent half-century in the last game and will be looking to continue from where he left.Probable Best Bowler: Muhammad AshikMuhammad Ashik is among the leading wicket-takers in the tournament. He has picked up 11 wickets in six games at an average of 18.36 and a strike rate of 12. Ashik’s four overs will be crucial against Thrissur Titans on Saturday.Also Check:KCL 2025 StatsToday’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the matchDisclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
