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Aries Kollam Sailors vs Kochi Blue Tigers, KCLT20, Today Match Prediction 07 September 2025
Toss Winner - Aries Kollam Sailors won the toss and choose to bowl first
Kochi Blue Tigers beat Aries Kollam Sailors by 75 runs
In both their previous clashes this season, Kochi Blue Tigers beat Aries Kollam Sailors comfortably.
- At Greenfield International Stadium, a total in the 180–190 range should keep a side ahead in the contest.
- Kochi’s batting has leaned heavily on the form of Muhammed Shanu and Vinoop Manoharan.
- For Kollam, Sachin Baby, Abhishek Nair, and Amal AG have been the most reliable performers.
Kochi Blue Tigers are likely to emerge victorious in this final.
| Tournament: | Kerala Cricket League , 2025 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 28.0°C|Clear |
ARKS vs KBTS Match Prediction & Analysis
The Kerala Cricket League 2025 reaches its climax this Sunday night in Thiruvananthapuram, where Kochi Blue Tigers and Aries Kollam Sailors will face off for the title bout. Kochi have dominated the tournament so far, and will start as the favorites. However, Kollam cannot be taken lightly, as they can take down any team on their day, as they showed in the semi-final against Thrissur. The final is shaping up to be a tense, closely fought encounter, promising plenty of action.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
ARKS
W
W
L
W
W
ARKS
86/10 in 17.1 5.01
92/0 in 9.5 9.36
137/9 in 20.0 6.85
139/6 in 17.0 8.18
130/6 in 20.0 6.5
131/4 in 17.1 7.63
138/4 in 13.0 10.62
149/7 in 12.1 12.25
150/2 in 14.1 10.59
144/10 in 19.5 7.26
KBTS
W
W
W
W
W
KBTS
186/8 in 20.0 9.3
171/7 in 20.0 8.55
130/6 in 20.0 6.5
131/4 in 17.1 7.63
167/7 in 19.3 8.56
165/7 in 20.0 8.25
176/6 in 20.0 8.8
178/7 in 18.2 9.71
173/4 in 19.1 9.03
172/9 in 20.0 8.6
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 4 Matches
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237/6 in 20.0
KCLT20
Kochi Blue Tigers beat Aries Kollam Sailors by 4 wickets
236/5 in 20.0
158/8 in 20.0
159/3 in 18.4
129/10 in 18.1
147/9 in 20.0
TEAMS PREVIEW
Aries Kollam Sailors Preview
Kochi Blue Tigers have been the standout side of the Kerala Cricket League 2025. They finished the league phase on top of the table with seven wins in 10 matches, and in the semi-final, they brushed aside Calicut Globstars in convincing fashion to enter the finals.
Kochi will miss the services of star batter Sanju Samson, who’s now away for national duties. In his absence, Muhammed Shanu and Vinoop Manoharan, who have both contributed steadily, will have to step up for the big game. Vinoop has been particularly effective, scoring 344 runs in 11 matches at 164, and can be backed to deliver a big knock in this contest.
Saly Samson and Nikhil Thottath have chipped in on occasions too and are good for a 20 to 25 run effort if they get going, like Thottath did in the semi-final with a brilliant knock of 64* off 36.
Their bowling has been a mixed bag. KM Asif has led the attack with 14 wickets at an economy of 7.56, while Jerin PS and Jobin Joby have combined for another 20 wickets. The rest of the attack, however, has often struggled to keep the scoring rate down.
Aries Kollam Sailors Predicted Playing XI:
Vinoop Manoharan, Ajeesh K, Muhammed Shanu, Vipul Shakti, Nikhil Thottath (wk), Muhammad Ashik, Saly Samson (c), Jobin Joby, Alfi Francis John, Jerin PS, KM Asif Substitute: Pathirikattu Midhun, Afrad Nazar
Aries Kollam Sailors Key Players From Previous Game Of Kerala Cricket League , 2025
Aries Kollam Sailors Actual Playing XI:
Rahul Sharma, Sachin Baby, Vishnu Vinod, Abhishek J Nair, Bharath Soorya, Vathsal Govind, Akhil M S, Sharafuddeen NM, AG Amal, Pavan Raj, Vijay S Viswanath, Ajayaghosh NS
Kochi Blue Tigers Preview
Aries Kollam Sailors have had a solid Kerala Cricket League 2025 run, winning five and losing five to reach the semi-finals. In that knockout game, they completely destroyed Thrissur Titans by bowling them out for just 86 before cruising to the target in 9.5 overs without losing a single wicket.
That dominant display will have given them huge confidence and makes Kollam a dangerous proposition in the final.
Skipper Sachin Baby has shouldered most of the batting responsibility, compiling 294 runs over 10 innings at a strike rate of 153.13. Vishnu Vinod has been his perfect partner, contributing 291 runs from 10 games at a blistering strike rate of 203.
Abhishek Nair and Vathsal Govind have chipped in regularly and both could add 25 to 30 runs in this final.
Amal AG has been their best bowler, claiming 16 scalps from 11 games while going at just 7.48 per over. Ajayaghosh N S and Sharafuddeen have given solid backing, sharing 23 wickets between them. Sajeevan Akhil and Ashik Muhammed have done their jobs when needed, giving the bowling unit good balance.
Kochi Blue Tigers Predicted Playing XI:
Abhishek Nair, Bharath Soorya, Sachin Baby (c), Vishnu Vinod (wk), Vathsal Govind, Sharafuddeen, M Sajeevan Akhil, Amal AG, Pavan Raj, Vijay Vishwanath, Ajayaghosh N S Substitute: Rahul Sharma, Jose S Perayil
Kochi Blue Tigers Key Players From Previous Game Of Kerala Cricket League , 2025
Kochi Blue Tigers Actual Playing XI:
Muhammed Ashiq, Jobin Joby, Jerin P S, KM Asif, Pathirikattu Midhun, Saly V Samson, Mohammad Shanu , Vipul Shakti, Vinoop Manoharan, Nikhil Thottath, KN Ajeesh, Alfi Francis John
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
Greenfield International Stadium’s track is balanced, allowing batters to play their shots while offering bowlers something to work with. Spinners find more grip as the match progresses, and seamers get steady support throughout. The outfield is quick, so boundaries will flow, but the middle overs might be tricky in both innings.
Expect overcast skies in Thiruvananthapuram, and there might be light showers in the afternoon.
ARKS vs KBTS Pitch Report
The Greenfield International Stadium has witnessed some explosive batting in this KCL, with several totals above 200. However, the average scores have mostly been between 170 and 190. In a high-pressure final, a first-innings total of 190 to 200 might be enough to give the team batting first a decisive advantage.
Toss: To Bowl
Chasing sides have dominated at the Greenfield International Stadium this Kerala Cricket League season, taking four of the last five matches with ease. Whoever calls right at the toss should prefer to field first and rely on their batters to get the job done later.
ARKS vs KBTS
Winning Prediction
The final between Kochi Blue Tigers and Aries Kollam Sailors is set to be a thrilling contest, with both teams arriving after convincing victories. Kochi have been the standout side this season and have already defeated Kollam twice. While Kochi start as favorites, Kollam’s semi-final performance over Thrissur proves they can’t be underestimated. The advantage lies with Kochi, but much could depend on which team finds itself chasing.
Kochi Blue Tigers are likely to emerge victorious in this final.
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