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Assam vs Chandigarh, VHTE 2025-26, Today Match Prediction
ASM vs CAG Win Probability
Toss Winner - Assam won the toss and choose to bat first
Chandigarh beat Assam by 7 wickets
Assam seek to capitalise on batting firepower against Chandigarh in Elite Group B Vijay Hazare Trophy clash
- Assam’s 4 points from five matches place them precariously in Elite Group B, needing victory to stay in quarterfinal contention.
- Chandigarh remain on 0 points, still seeking their first win.
- Assam’s earlier successful chase of 311 against Hyderabad — anchored by Roy’s 112 — underlines their batting potential; Chandigarh’s 319 against Bengal, despite bowling lapses, indicates they can score heavily if partnerships form.
Assam to win and strengthen their Elite Group B standing.
| Tournament: | Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite, 2025-26 |
| Format: | odi |
| Venue: | Sanosara Cricket Ground B, Rajkot, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 17.6°C|Sunny |
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ASM vs CAG Match Prediction & Analysis
Assam and Chandigarh meet in a contest that has significant implications for quarterfinal qualification. Assam enter the match with 4 points from five matches, having recorded one win and suffering four defeats. Their most recent completed fixture — played on January 3, 2026 — saw them dismissed for 217 all out by Bengal, who posted 302/7, powered by Abhimanyu Easwaran’s unbeaten 102 and solid middle-order support. Assam’s chase was anchored by Saurav Dihingia’s 31 and Denish Das’s 43, but overall batting contributions were too fragmented to threaten the target.
Earlier in the season, Assam displayed strong batting form against Hyderabad, reaching 311/6 in a successful chase behind Sibsankar Roy’s 112 and supporting knocks — demonstrating their scoring potential when conditions suit. Nevertheless, their bowling effort has lacked consistency recently, as seen against Bengal where spells from Akash Sengupta (2/53) and Avinov Choudhury (2/57) were overshadowed by the hosts’ big total.
Chandigarh’s season has been tough in terms of results, but their batting has shown capability when partnerships click. In their last completed match on Jan 3, they managed 150 all out against Hyderabad, with Sanyam Saini (46) and Manan Vohra (24) offering resistance, but were overwhelmed by Hyderabad’s 286/9, led by Tilak Varma’s 109 and Abhirath Reddy’s 71. Jagjit Singh was notable with the ball for Hyderabad (3/43). In an earlier game against Bengal, Chandigarh posted 319, featuring Vohra’s 122 and Sanyam Saini’s 67, but still conceded a six-wicket defeat, emphasising ongoing bowling challenges. The stage is set for a matchup where Assam seeks to convert batting strengths into victory, while Chandigarh aim to finally break their winless run in the tournament.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
ASM
L
L
W
L
W
ASM
308/10 in 48.4 6.33
VHTE 2025-26
Uttar Pradesh beat Assam by 58 runs (D/L) method291/2 in 42.0 6.93
314/6 in 49.3 6.34
VHTE 2025-26
Assam beat Hyderabad by 4 wickets
310/8 in 50.0 6.2
105/5 in 18.5 5.58
SMATE 2025
Assam beat Kerala by 5 wickets
101/10 in 19.4 5.14
CAG
L
L
L
L
L
CAG
140/10 in 29.3 4.75
VHTE 2025-26
Uttar Pradesh beat Chandigarh by 227 runs
367/4 in 50.0 7.34
208/10 in 39.5 5.22
VHTE 2025-26
Jammu and Kashmir beat Chandigarh by 10 wickets209/0 in 37.0 5.65
HEAD TO HEAD
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Assam Preview
Assam’s Vijay Hazare Trophy campaign has oscillated between strong batting outputs and bowling inconsistencies. In their Jan 3 match against Bengal, Assam were dismissed for 217, with contributions from Denish Das (43), Saurav Dihingia (31) and Abdul Ajij Kuraishi (35) offering resistance but failing to sustain momentum throughout the innings. Bowling efforts included Akash Sengupta (2/53) and Avinov Choudhury (2/57), but they could not sufficiently curtail Bengal’s batting depth.
Earlier in the season, Assam showcased their batting depth in a successful chase against Hyderabad, compiling 311/6, where Sibsankar Roy played a match-deciding 112 and top-order partnerships set the foundation for victory. That performance revealed Assam’s capability to assemble significant totals and chase challenging targets when the batting order fires collectively.
However, Assam’s bowling has not consistently delivered breakthroughs at crucial junctures, often allowing opposition batters to settle, as seen against Bengal. Their inconsistent middle-over pressure has left totals under-defended. To make an impact against Chandigarh, Assam will need both top-order stability and disciplined bowling spells that can exert consistent pressure.
Key Players: Sibsankar Roy, Denish Das, Akash Sengupta
Assam Predicted Playing XI:
Sibsankar Roy (c), Sumit Ghadigaonkar, Denish Das, Pradyun Saikia, Akash Sengupta, Abdul Ajij Kuraishi, Avinov Choudhury, Nihar Deka, Rahul Singh, Sowmitra Das, Mukhtar Hussain
Assam Key Players From Previous Game Of Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite, 2025-26
Assam Actual Playing XI:
Sibsankar Roy, Rahul Singh, Sumit Ghadigaonkar, Abdul Ajij Kuraishi, Avinav Choudhury, Denish Das, Saurav Dihigya, Mukhtar Hussain, Swarupam Purkayastha, Pradyaun Saikia, Akash Sengupta
Chandigarh Preview
Chandigarh’s Vijay Hazare Trophy tenure has been challenging, with the batters able to post competitive totals but the bowlers struggling to defend or make decisive inroads. In their most recent Jan 3 match, they were dismissed for 150 in 37.4 overs against Hyderabad. Tilak Varma starred in that game with 109 for Hyderabad, while Jagjit Singh impressed with a bowling spell of 3/43, exposing gaps in Chandigarh’s batting approach against quality pace bowling. Sanyam Saini (46) and Manan Vohra (24) provided the main resistance, but lacked substantial partnerships.
In an earlier encounter against Bengal, Chandigarh posted 319 all out — with Manan Vohra’s 122 and Sanyam Saini’s 67 — illustrating their batting potential when partnerships develop. However, their bowling attack could not defend the total, leading to a comprehensive six-wicket loss. This contrast between scoring ability and bowling vulnerability captures the essence of Chandigarh’s season.
For this match, Chandigarh must work toward more cohesive bowling phases and better utilization of their batting depth to prevent collapses and effectively defend totals — particularly in middle and death overs where they have leaked runs against stronger opponents.
Key Players: Manan Vohra, Sanyam Saini, Arslan Khan
Chandigarh Predicted Playing XI:
Manan Vohra (c), Arslan Khan, Tushar Joshi, Sanyam Saini, Harjit Singh, Taranpreet Singh, Jagjit Singh Sandhu, Rohit Dhanda, Hartejassvi Kapoor, Aelgani Varun Goud, Vishnu Kashyap
Chandigarh Key Players From Previous Game Of Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite, 2025-26
Chandigarh Actual Playing XI:
Sanyam Saini, Manan Vohra, Arjun Azad, Rohit Dhanda, Hartejassvi Kapoor, Jagjit Singh, Vishu Kashyap, Taranpreet Singh, Tushar Joshi, Nishunk Birla, Shivam Bhambri
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
In early January, Rajkot usually experiences clear, dry conditions with minimal cloud cover or rain risk. This stable weather pattern suggests play will proceed without rain interruptions, and full 50 overs per side can be expected barring delays unrelated to weather.
ASM vs CAG Pitch Report
The Sanosara Cricket Ground B, Rajkot has consistently produced batting-friendly pitches in this Vijay Hazare Trophy edition. Mostly sides have posted totals in the 260-300 range, with sustained partnerships proving decisive. Bowlers who strike early with disciplined lines have had success, but once the bounce levels out, batters capable of rotating strike and punishing width can accelerate scoring. Wind conditions and outfield pace also contribute to higher scoring games at this venue.
Toss: To Bowl
At the Sanosara Cricket Ground, Rajkot, captains often choose to bowl first when conditions offer a consistent batting surface, especially under dry conditions. Early morning seam assistance can tempt teams to bowl first, with the typical trend toward runs being easier to chase in second innings on flatter surfaces here.
ASM vs CAG
Winning Prediction
Both teams possess the ability to compile significant totals, but Assam’s recent batting displays have been stronger overall, particularly the century-anchored innings against Hyderabad and multiple contributions against UP earlier in the season. Chandigarh’s batting has sparks of high scoring, yet inconsistent bowling — especially in middle overs — has undermined their ability to defend totals. If Assam can combine their top-order runs with improved bowling discipline, they are well-placed to control this match. Chandigarh will need a disciplined bowling effort and big batting partnerships to challenge effectively.
Assam to win and strengthen their Elite Group B standing.
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