Raigad Royals vs Satara Warriors Match Preview – Maharashtra Premier League 2025, June 17, 2025

Date: June 17, 2025
Time: 14:30 GMT / 21:30 IST
Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
Format: T20
Match No.: 25th Match of the Season

Match Overview

The Raigad Royals are set to face the Satara Warriors in the 25th match of the Maharashtra Premier League 2025. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. With both teams coming off rain-affected encounters, this match is expected to be a crucial one for both sides, especially for the Satara Warriors who are currently languishing at the bottom of the table.

Team Form & Key Stats

Raigad Royals

• Current Position: 4th in the points table
• Record: 3 wins, 3 losses in 6 matches
• Key Player: Siddesh Veer (208 runs in 6 innings, strike rate 142.47)
• Top Bowler: Tanay Sanghvi (11 wickets in 6 innings)
• Recent Performance: Their last match against the Ratnagiri Jets was abandoned due to rain, and they suffered a last-ball loss to the Kolhapur Tuskers in their previous game.
• Head-to-Head: Raigad Royals defeated Satara Warriors in their first meeting of the season by 24 runs.

Satara Warriors

• Current Position: Bottom of the table
• Record: 2 wins, 4 losses in 6 matches
• Key Player: Om Bhosale (189 runs in 6 innings, strike rate 153.66)
• Top Bowler: Rajvardhan Hangargekar (9 wickets in 6 innings)
• Recent Performance: Satara also faced a rain washout in their last game against the Puneri Bappa and have only one win in their last four matches.
• Playoff Hopes: A win in this match is crucial for them to keep their playoff chances alive.

Match Prediction

Raigad Royals are the slight favorites in this encounter, with 55% chance of winning, while Satara Warriors are tipped at 45%. The home side has been in better form, with Siddesh Veer in scintillating form and a strong bowling attack. However, Satara’s lone warrior Om Bhosale could play a pivotal role in turning the tide in their favor.

Given the weather forecast of light showers, teams are likely to opt to field first to avoid the risk of a rain-affected game. Spin will play a significant role on a surface that could assist turn and reverse.

Key Matchups

• Siddesh Veer (RR) vs Rajvardhan Hangargekar (SW): A battle of the top performers from each side.
• Tanay Sanghvi (RR) vs Om Bhosale (SW): Veer’s aggressive batting against Hangargekar’s disciplined spin.
• Captain vs Captain: Rushabh Rathod (RR) will be up against Saurabh Nawale (SW), who needs a win to keep his side’s hopes alive.

Weather Forecast

• Expected Conditions: Light showers
• Impact: Likely to favor the team bowling first
• Pitch Behavior: Expected to assist spin and reverse swing

Predicted Playing XIs

Raigad Royals (Predicted XI):

Pavan Shah, Siddhesh Veer, Aniruddhan Sabale, Hashal Kate, Rushabh Rathod (c & wk), Aniket Porwal, Samadhan Pagare, Vaibhav Chaugale, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Shubham Maid, Vaibhav Dhurgunde.

Satara Warriors (Predicted XI):

Harsh Sanghvi, Om Bhosale, Niraj Joshi, Omkar Khatpe, Rushabh Rathod (wk), Tanay Sanghvi, Ajay Borude, Vicky Ostwal, Sagar Jadhav, Nikhil Kadam, Hitesh Walunj.

Betting Tips

• Favourites: Raigad Royals
• Top Batters:
  • Siddesh Veer (RR): 208 runs in 6 innings
  • Om Bhosale (SW): 189 runs in 6 innings
• Top Bowlers:
  • Tanay Sanghvi (RR): 11 wickets in 6 innings
  • Rajvardhan Hangargekar (SW): 9 wickets in 6 innings
• Opening Partnership: Raigad Royals are favorites to have a better opening partnership than Satara Warriors.

Final Verdict

Raigad Royals are in a better position to capitalize on this opportunity, especially with the weather in their favor and key players in form. However, Satara Warriors have the potential to pull off an upset if they can execute their game plan effectively.

Prediction:
Raigad Royals to win by 5-10 runs.

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Stay tuned for live updates, score, and highlights as the 25th match of the Maharashtra Premier League 2025 unfolds at 14:30 GMT.
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