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Madhya Pradesh vs Maharashtra, RNJT, Today Match Prediction
MPD vs MHA Win Probability
Toss Winner - Madhya Pradesh won the toss and choose to bat first
Madhya Pradesh beat Maharashtra by 133 runs
- Maharashtra (24 points) currently sit above Madhya Pradesh (22 points) in Elite Group B, making this a pivotal clash for both sides’ knockout aspirations.
- Madhya Pradesh’s recent emphatic 217-run win over Karnataka highlighted their all-round strength, while Maharashtra’s latest results show a blend of wins and draws with less consistent dominance.
- First innings totals at Indore in recent Ranji matches have typically ranged 250–350, with conditions offering something for both batters and bowlers as the game progresses.
Madhya Pradesh will win the match
| Tournament: | Ranji Trophy, 2025-26 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Indore, Holkar Cricket Stadium, India, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
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MPD vs MHA Match Prediction & Analysis
Madhya Pradesh meet Maharashtra in an Elite Group B Ranji Trophy 2025-26 fixture at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore, with both sides looking to strengthen their group position as the season progresses. Madhya Pradesh are entering this match on the back of a comprehensive 217-run win over Karnataka, a performance that elevated them to second place in the group standings and showcased their batting and bowling balance. The win — their second largest in Ranji history — underlined their potential as genuine challengers for a knockout berth, with spinners and multi-disciplinary bowling proving decisive. �
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Maharashtra sit slightly ahead on 24 points, having secured three wins and three draws from six games, but have lacked the same level of dominance against stronger batting lineups. Their recent matches have reflected mixed fortunes, and while they possess match-winners in both batting and bowling, consistency will be key if they are to maintain their position near the top of Group B. With both teams capable of producing impactful performances, this clash has important implications for the battle to finish in the top two.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
MPD
W
L
W
L
L
MPD
345/6 in 50.0 6.9
VHTE 2025-26
Punjab beat Madhya Pradesh by 183 runs
162/10 in 31.2 5.17
228/10 in 49.5 4.58
VHTE 2025-26
Puducherry beat Madhya Pradesh by 4 wickets
229/6 in 43.0 5.33
MHA
W
W
L
W
L
MHA
271/10 in 49.4 5.46
VHTE 2025-26
Himachal Pradesh beat Maharashtra by 7 runs264/9 in 50.0 5.28
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Madhya Pradesh Preview
Madhya Pradesh arrive at this fixture with strong momentum after a commanding 217-run win over Karnataka in their most recent Ranji Trophy outing. Batting first at Alur, MP posted a robust 323 in the first innings, with contributions from multiple batters, and then declared at 229/8 in the second innings to set Karnataka an imposing target. Their bowling attack then capitalised on that advantage, dismissing Karnataka for 144 in the second innings to secure the emphatic victory. Spin played a pivotal role — Saransh Jain (4/42) was particularly effective, while Sagar Solanki (3/20) and others combined to keep sustained pressure on the opposition’s batsmen.
Earlier in the season, MP demonstrated resilience and depth with their batting, building partnerships and rotating their bowlers to good effect. In both innings against Karnataka, senior batters and all-round contributors mixed patience with scoring opportunities which ultimately set up the bowlers to dominate. Madhya Pradesh’s balanced execution with bat and ball has reaped tangible rewards, lifting them to second place in Elite Group B and keeping their qualification hopes alive with every point mattering.
Key Players: Saransh Jain, Sagar Solanki, Venkatesh Iyer
Madhya Pradesh Predicted Playing XI:
Venkatesh Iyer, Himanshu Mantri, Shubham Sharma, Yash Dubey, Rajat Patidar, Aryan Pandey, Saransh Jain, Sagar Solanki, Kuldeep Sen, A Raghuwanshi, K Karthikeya
Madhya Pradesh Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Madhya Pradesh Actual Playing XI:
Venkatesh Iyer, Shubham Sharma, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dubey, Himanshu Mantri, Saransh Jain, Kumar Kartikeya, Aryan Pandey, Kuldeep Sen, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Sagar Solanki
Maharashtra Preview
Maharashtra have also put in strong performances this season, as reflected in their comfortable eight-wicket win versus Goa in their latest completed match. At the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, Goa posted 209 & 248 in their two innings, but Maharashtra’s batting lineup responded firmly. After taking a sizeable first-innings lead with 350, Maharashtra chased down the target with minimal fuss, finishing at 109/2 to secure the win. Bowlers like Jalaj Saxena led the attack with disciplined spells, while the batting unit’s depth ensured a controlled chase.
Earlier in the season, Maharashtra showed competitive balance across both departments. Their batsmen have been capable of constructing innings that set challenging totals, while their bowlers have chipped in with key breakthroughs against opposing batters. Though their position is slightly ahead of Madhya Pradesh in the standings, they must maintain momentum and firing form to preserve their status in the top of Elite Group B. The team’s recent ability to dominate both batting and bowling phases gives them confidence, but they will need to execute consistently against a strong MP side.
Key Players: Prithvi Shaw, Saurabh Nawale, Jalaj Saxena
Maharashtra Predicted Playing XI:
Prithvi Shaw, Saurabh Nawale, Vicky Ostwal, Jalaj Saxena, Arshin Kulkarni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ankit Bawne, Niran Joshi, Siddharth Mhatre, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Hitesh Walunj
Maharashtra Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Maharashtra Actual Playing XI:
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Arshin Atul Kulkarni, Prithvi Shaw, Ankit Bawne, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Saurabh Nawale, Vicky Ostwal, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Siddharth Mhatre , Jalaj Saxena, Niraj Joshi
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
Weather forecasts for Indore during this period typically indicate clear skies and dry conditions with no significant rain disruptions expected. Daytime temperatures are usually moderate, while cooler early mornings may offer state-of-play advantage to swing bowlers with the new ball.
MPD vs MHA Pitch Report
Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore, is known for its balanced pitch that assists both batters and bowlers across the four days. First innings at this venue often yield totals between 250 and 350, with bowlers finding more traction as the match progresses and the surface begins to wear. Seamers can leverage early movement, while spinners may gain grip in later innings. Batting sides have succeeded when building patient partnerships and accelerating once settled.
Toss: To Bat
At Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore, captains in Ranji Trophy games have shown a slight preference for bowling first when the pitch offers early assistance to bowlers, but batting first remains attractive when conditions look flat and placid. Given the transitional nature of first-class surfaces here, the toss may be judged on early weather and pitch inspection, with both options plausible.
MPD vs MHA
Winning Prediction
Madhya Pradesh enter this fixture on the back of a comprehensive win, buoyed by a strong spin attack and reliable batting contributions that have come at the right times. Maharashtra, while competitive and featuring quality performers with bat and ball, have not shown the same level of dominance recently and face a challenging assignment against a confident MP side. If Madhya Pradesh can replicate their recent all-round balance — with captaincy support and effective use of conditions — they appear well placed to outmaneuver Maharashtra. A closely fought contest is still likely, but MP hold a slight edge given their current form and momentum.
Madhya Pradesh will win the match
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