Haridwar Spring Elmas vs Nainital Tigers, UPL, Today Match Prediction 02 October 2025

HAH vs NLT Match Prediction & Analysis

Haridwar Spring Elmas take on table-toppers Nainital Tigers in Match 15 of the Uttarakhand Premier League 2025, scheduled to be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun, on 2nd October 2025 at 2:00 PM IST. The Uttarakhand Premier League has been a high-scoring, fast-paced T20 competition featuring emerging and established domestic talent from the region. With six teams battling it out in the league stage, the race to the top has been intense and closely fought.

So far in the tournament, Nainital Tigers have been the standout side — unbeaten after four games and sitting comfortably at the top of the table with 8 points. Haridwar Spring Elmas, on the other hand, have also been impressive with 3 wins from 4 matches and boast the best net run rate in the competition. Led by the in-form Kunal Chandela, Haridwar’s batting has been explosive, while Nainital Tigers have showcased consistency and composure in both departments. With both teams in red-hot form and eyeing a spot in the playoffs, this top-of-the-table clash promises to be an intense one.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Haridwar Spring Elmas Preview

Haridwar Spring Elmas will play Nainital Tigers in a crucial top-of-the-table clash at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun. Currently placed 2nd on the points table, Haridwar have secured 3 wins from 4 matches, collecting 6 points with a tournament-best Net Run Rate of +2.324. 

Their only loss came against the Rishikesh Falcons, where they lost by 7 wickets despite scoring a big total batting first, showcasing shortcomings in their bowling department. However, they bounced back strongly with commanding victories over Pithoragarh Hurricanes (by 80 runs), Dhanolti Dashers (by 72 runs), and most recently, a 10-wicket thrashing of the Uttarkashi Infernos — all of which underline their dominance.

The standout performer for Haridwar has been Kunal Chandela, who is in sublime form with the bat. He has amassed 397 runs in 4 innings, including a sensational 125 off 54 balls, and currently leads the tournament run charts. His aggressive starts have laid a strong foundation in every match. On the bowling front, Abhay Chhetri and Siddharth Gupta both have taken 5 wickets each so far in the tournament.

This will be the first head-to-head meeting between Haridwar and Nainital in the current season, adding an extra layer of intrigue. While the Tigers are unbeaten, Haridwar’s all-round strength, explosive top order make them more than capable of halting Nainital’s winning streak. Expect Haridwar Spring Elmas to bring aggressive intent and look to assert their playoff credentials with a statement win.

Key players: Kunal Chandela, A Sudha, A Khan, A Chhetri

Haridwar Spring Elmas Predicted Playing XI:

A Sudha, V Kashyap (wk), S Bhati, M Gupta, A Dafouti, A Khan, P Pandey, B Singh Rawat, H Bisht, A Chhetri, S Gupta

Nainital Tigers Preview

Nainital Tigers will walk into this top-of-the-table clash full of confidence, having dominated the Uttarakhand Premier League 2025 so far. Their consistency and ability to adapt to different match situations have helped them climb to 1st place on the points table with 4 wins in 4 matches and a solid Net Run Rate of +1.355.

Their campaign began with a clinical 6-wicket win over Rishikesh Falcons, where they chased down 99 in just 15.3 overs. They followed it up with a 4-wicket win against Pithoragarh Hurricanes, a rain-interrupted but controlled 26-run (DLS) win over Tehri Titans, and a strong 26-run victory over Dehradun Warriors after defending 203 — their highest total of the season.

For Nainital Tigers, Shashwat Dangwal has been their most consistent batter with 125 runs at an average of 41.67 and a strike rate of 176.1, while Bhupen Lalwani has added stability with 118 runs at 39.33. In the bowling department, Dhruv Pratap Singh leads with 6 wickets at an average of 14.3, followed closely by Anmol Shah, who has taken 5 wickets with an impressive economy of 5.2.

This will be their first-ever meeting against Haridwar Spring Elmas — a side that has been equally dominant with the bat. With both teams in red-hot form and their playoff berths nearly secured, Nainital Tigers will be eager to extend their unbeaten run and make a strong statement against their closest challengers.

Key players: Shashwat Dangwal, Bhupen Lalwani, Dhruv Pratap Singh, Anmol Shah

Nainital Tigers Predicted Playing XI:

D Singh, A Mahajan, R Raj Namala, S Dangwal, B Lalwani (c), D Negi, S Rawat (wk), R Vardhan Singh, A Shah, N Kumar Singh, R Rohi

Weather Conditions

The weather on the match day at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun, is expected to see plenty of sun with partly cloudy spells and isolated thunderstorms later in the day. The temperature will range between a high of around 30 °C and a low of around 20 °C. There is some risk of rain during the afternoon or evening. Conditions may test the flexibility of both teams.

HAH vs NLT Pitch Report

The venue of the match is Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun. Established in 2016, it is the first international-standard stadium in Uttarakhand, boasting a seating capacity of approximately 25,000 spectators. It has hosted international fixtures including T20Is and ODIs, and is known for its scenic backdrop nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas. The ground often provides good batting surfaces, although conditions can vary depending on the weather and pitch preparation.

Toss: To Bowl

At the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun, chasing teams tend to have a slight edge in T20 matches. Historically, teams batting second have won more games than those setting a target. While there have been instances of high first-innings totals, captains often prefer to field first here to exploit early movement and dew that may set in later. In this context, the team winning the toss is likely to opt to bowl first.