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Maharashtra vs Karnataka, RNJT, Today Match Prediction 08 November 2025
MHA vs KTA Win Probability
Toss Winner - Karnataka won the toss and choose to bat first
Match Drawn
The recent Ranji Trophy history between these sides favors Karnataka heavily, with Maharashtra going down in four of the past five clashes they've had.
- A first innings score of 370+ will give the batting team an edge at Golf Club Ground.
- Maharashtra will rely on Prithvi Shaw, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Mukesh Choudhary to make an impact in this match.
- For Karnataka, Karun Nair, Smaran Ravichandran, and Shreyas Gopal could be the game-changers.
Karnataka are our picks for the winners of this game.
| Tournament: | Ranji Trophy, 2025-26 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Golf Club Ground, Nashik, India, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
| Weather: | 26.3°C|Overcast |
MHA vs KTA Match Prediction & Analysis
Match 62 of the Ranji Trophy 2025 brings Maharashtra up against Karnataka in their Group B clash. Maharashtra currently hold second place in the Group B standings with 10 points secured across three outings. Karnataka have picked up 11 points from their three matches at this stage, which places them in second spot. The form book favors Karnataka coming into this fixture.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
MHA
W
L
W
L
L
MHA
194/6 in 19.3 9.95
SMAT
Goa beat Maharashtra by 4 wickets
193/6 in 20.0 9.65
KTA
W
W
W
L
W
KTA
247/10 in 49.2 5.01
VHT
Karnataka beat Punjab by 1 wickets
251/9 in 47.3 5.28
HEAD TO HEAD
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Maharashtra Preview
Maharashtra have had an impressive campaign in this year’s Ranji Trophy, registering one victory and two draws to occupy the third position on the table. Their batting unit has held firm right through the tournament.
Prithvi Shaw has been the standout name, amassing 325 runs in five innings at an average of 65. His double century earlier in the competition showed how destructive he can be once settled, and another fifty-plus score looks on the cards for him in this match.
Ruturaj Gaikwad has also been among the runs, collecting 298 from four innings while guiding the middle order with composure. The presence of Arshin Kulkarni and Siddhesh Veer adds further assurance, giving Maharashtra the depth to produce totals that can apply pressure.
Mukesh Choudhary has been their most reliable bowler so far, taking nine wickets and keeping the scoring rate in check. Vicky Ostwal and Ramakrishna Ghosh have combined for seventeen wickets, and Jalaj Saxena’s steady contribution of five adds balance to the attack. On wickets that hold a bit of turn, this unit could cause real trouble for Karnataka’s batting.
Maharashtra Predicted Playing XI:
Prithvi Shaw, Arshin Kulkarni, Siddhesh Veer, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ankit Bawne (c), Saurabh Nawale (wk), Jalaj Saxena, Vicky Ostwal, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Mukesh Choudhary, Pradeep Dadhe
Maharashtra Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Maharashtra Actual Playing XI:
Ankit Bawne, Prithvi Shaw, Arshin Atul Kulkarni, Siddhesh A Veer, Saurabh Nawale, Jalaj Saxena, Vicky Ostwal, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Mukesh Choudhary, Rajneesh Gurbani, Sachin Sanjay Dhas
Karnataka Preview
Karnataka have carried strong form this season, sitting comfortably in second place after two draws and a commanding innings win in their previous game. The side has found a solid rhythm, and that confidence should serve them well heading into their next fixture.
Karun Nair has been the standout performer, piling up 488 runs in just four innings at an incredible average of 163. His form has been exceptional, with two centuries and a fifty already under his belt, and punters will keep a close eye on him again. Smaran Ravichandran’s consistency in the middle order has added value, scoring 310 runs across four innings at an average above 100.
Shreyas Gopal and Krishnan Shrijith have made useful contributions too, both crossing the 100-run mark and strengthening the batting depth.
The bowling department has complemented that perfectly. Vidhwath Kaverappa has been sharp and effective, taking 11 wickets in four innings at just over 12 apiece.
Shreyas Gopal has played a dual role impressively, leading the wickets chart with 13 and maintaining control through long spells. Mohsin Khan has added eight wickets to his name, while Vijaykumar Vyshak’s five wickets have ensured Karnataka look well-balanced from both ends.
Karnataka Predicted Playing XI:
Mayank Agarwal (c), Aneesh KV, Krishnan Shrijith (wk), Karun Nair, Smaran Ravichandran, Abhinav Manohar, Mohsin Khan, Shreyas Gopal, Shikhar Shetty, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Vijaykumar Vyshak
Karnataka Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Karnataka Actual Playing XI:
Abhinav Manohar, KV Aneesh, Vidwath Kaverappa, Mayank Agarwal, Krishnan Shrijith, Karun Nair, Smaran Ravichandran, Shreyas Gopal, Abhilash Shetty, Venkatesh Muralidhara, Mohsin Khan
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The early overs at Golf Club Ground, Nasik tend to favour bowlers who probe with seam and swing, with the surface offering subtle movement under cloudy skies. As the match progresses, wear begins to show, which can assist turn and variable bounce, particularly once the cracks appear and the footmarks set in. Batting requires patience and shot selection more than outright hitting.
The weather forecast shows hazy skies along with pleasant conditions for all days of the match.
MHA vs KTA Pitch Report
The last Ranji match played at the Golf Club Ground was a high-scoring drawn affair, where Saurashtra scored 394-5(dec.) in their first innings and Maharashtra were 55-1 in theirs, before rain forced the game to be drawn. This shows it is a high-scoring venue, and the team batting first here will look for a score in excess of 375.
Toss: To Bat
Both captains may prefer to bat first to maximise the value of the good batting conditions on the first two days.
MHA vs KTA
Winning Prediction
Maharashtra have lost four times in their last five Ranji meetings with Karnataka. That history won't help their mindset heading into this week's contest, where Karnataka are chasing win number two this season. The home team has played well enough lately and won't roll over without a fight on their own turf. However, everything from recent results to current momentum tilts this one towards Karnataka when you break down the matchup properly.
Karnataka are our picks for the winners of this game.
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