Alembic Warriors vs Pruthvi Panthers, BRPL, Today Match Prediction

ALW vs PRP Match Prediction & Analysis

The fourth season of the Baroda Premier League gets underway with a blockbuster evening clash as Alembic Warriors lock horns with Pruthvi Panthers in Match 1 at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Monday, 1 June 2026. After the successful 2025 edition that saw Alembic Warriors lifting the trophy, both sides will be eager to start their campaign on a winning note.

Alembic Warriors enter the competition as one of the most formidable units, having won the final in the previous edition. Under the leadership of the explosive all-rounder Ninad Rathva, who captains the side for the second consecutive year, the Warriors have retained their core while adding fresh talent at the auction. Their head-to-head record against the Panthers in 2025 gives them a psychological edge, having emerged victorious in two of their three encounters, including a seven-wicket win in the Eliminator.

Pruthvi Panthers, led by Bhargav Bhatt, will be determined to go one better than their Eliminator appearance last season. Having shown glimpses of brilliance in 2025, the Panthers have assembled a squad blending youth and experience, and will be eager to make a statement in their opening fixture. The tournament`s shift to a 24-match format across 14 days promises high-intensity action, and this opening encounter sets the tone for what should be a thrilling competition.

RECENT PERFORMANCE

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HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Alembic Warriors Preview

After an outstanding 2025 campaign that saw them lift the trophy, Alembic Warriors enter the new season with renewed ambition. Their most recent match, the final of the previous edition, saw them restricting Ami Super Avengers 109/10 before chasing the target with almost four overs remaining.

Captain Ninad Rathva is the cornerstone of the Warriors' batting lineup. The left-handed batter was the team's leading run-scorer last season, amassing 191 runs in nine innings at an impressive average of 47.75, including one half-century and a highest score of 51. His strike rate of 157.85, with nine sixes and 15 fours, underlines his ability to score quickly and take the game away from the opposition. Rathva also chipped in with the ball, providing valuable overs in the middle period.

Anant Bharwad, who featured prominently for the Warriors in 2025, was the team's second-highest run-scorer with 190 runs from nine innings at a strike rate of 155.74, hitting 21 fours and seven sixes. The all-rounder also contributed crucial wickets throughout the campaign.

The bowling attack is led by Safvan Daud Patel, who produced exceptional figures of 4/3 last season, finishing with 15 wickets across the tournament. Lakshit Toksiya added 15 wickets of his own at a strike rate of 8.87, forming a potent pace combination. Utsav Dahya Chaudhary will don the wicketkeeping gloves, with Hemant Punde, Prasoon Jangid, and others providing additional bowling depth.

Alembic Warriors Predicted Playing XI:

Ninad Rathva (c), Anant Bharwad, Utsav Dahya Chaudhary (wk), Dhruv N Patel, Hemant Punde, Safvan Daud Patel, Lakshit Toksiya, Prasoon Jangid, Rushikesh Jadhav, Pradeep Dharmendra Yadav, Aayush Rajgor

Alembic Warriors Actual Playing XI:

Lakshyajeet Padhiyar, Utsav Chaudhary, Rajveer Jadhav, Pradeep Yadav, Prasoon Jangid, Ninad Rathva, Anant Bharwad, Safvan Daud Patel, Lakshit Toksiya, Hemanth Punde, Aayush Rajgor, Dhruv N Patel

Pruthvi Panthers Preview

Pruthvi Panthers will look to build on their promising 2025 campaign, which saw them reach the Eliminator. The franchise has placed its faith in experienced left-arm spinner Bhargav Bhatt to lead the side. Bhatt, who represented Kings XI Punjab in the IPL from 2011 to 2013, brings over a decade of first-class experience for Baroda and remains a clever operator in the middle overs.

The Panthers' batting unit features Priyanshu Moliya, who was the team's leading run-scorer last season with 211 runs in 10 innings at a strike rate of 150. Dhruv Patel contributed 157 runs in nine innings at a strike rate of 168.82, while Lakshyajeet Padhiyar adds further firepower in the middle order. Vishv Chaudhary will handle the wicketkeeping duties. 

In the bowling department, the Panthers rely on Raj Limbani, whose express pace produced a stunning five-wicket haul of 5/20 and a total of 15 wickets in 12 matches at an economy rate of 9.35. Mohit Mongia and Priyanshu Moliya provide support with the ball, while Dhruv Patel offers additional bowling options in the middle overs.

Pruthvi Panthers Predicted Playing XI:

Bhargav Bhatt (c), Dhruv Patel, Parth Kohli, Priyanshu Moliya, Vishv Chaudhary (wk), Raj Limbani, Mahesh Pithiya, Nitya Pandya, Krish Patel, Mohit Mongia, Jaypal Chad

Pruthvi Panthers Actual Playing XI:

Vishv Chaudhary, Mohit Mongia, Dhruv Bharghav Patel, Keyur Solanki, Parth Sachin Kohli, Bhargav Bhatt, Raj Limbani, Priyanshu Moliya, Mahesh Pithiya, Nitya Pandya, Sahejad Pathan, Narayan Kartikey

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The forecast for Vadodara on Monday evening is generally favourable for cricket. Temperatures are expected to be around 28-30°C (82-86°F) at the start of play, dropping to approximately 24-26°C (75-79°F) by the close. Humidity levels will be moderate, with minimal chances of rainfall predicted. The skies are expected to remain mostly clear, with good visibility throughout the match window. The Kotambi Stadium, located on the outskirts of Vadodara, often experiences light breezes that can assist swing bowling in the early overs. Overall, conditions are ideal for a full, uninterrupted T20 contest.

ALW vs PRP Pitch Report

Since opening in December 2024, Kotambi Stadium has hosted only a limited number of matches, but the early signs are easy to read. The ground has quickly earned a reputation as a venue where batters can make the most of favourable conditions, something that was evident throughout the first Baroda Premier League season.

The overall T20 first-innings average sits in the region of 150 to 160, though BPL 2025 produced several innings well above that range. A4 Power Strikers recorded 201/6 against Diamond Dazzlers in a league-stage contest, while Ami Super Avengers announced themselves with a strong 213/4 in the competition's opening fixture. The compact boundary dimensions also help batters, with distances of 60 metres and 51 metres square of the wicket, along with a straight boundary of 61 metres, making six-hitting an attractive option.

Evening matches often see dew settle in, helping the side batting second and adding extra value to winning the toss. Chasing is usually the preferred route here. Any target below 170 is generally considered manageable, whereas crossing the 190-run mark can make life far more difficult for the chasing team.

Toss: To Bowl

The afternoon fixture will get underway at 2:30 PM IST at the Kotambi Stadium. Looking at the last 10 completed T20s played here, the toss has not had a noticeable impact on results, with teams batting first and teams chasing both finding success on a regular basis. As the afternoon heat will be intense in Vadodara, the skipper calling correctly at the toss could opt to bat first and look to score an above-par total here.