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Punjab vs Maharashtra, RNJT, Today Match Prediction 16 November 2025
PCA vs MHA Win Probability
Toss Winner - Punjab won the toss and choose to bowl first
Maharashtra beat Punjab by 92 runs
Punjab Look to Halt Maharashtra’s Momentum in Ranji Trophy Clash
- Both teams have 11 points from their 4 matches with a win and 3 draws so far.
- Punjab’s average first-innings score has been ~180.5, while Maharashtra have averaged ~238.0.
- Maharashtra have won their last 2 matches against Punjab convincingly.
Maharashtra will win the match
| Tournament: | Ranji Trophy, 2025-26 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium, Chandigarh, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
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PCA vs MHA Match Prediction & Analysis
In Group B of the Ranji Elite, both teams are under pressure: Punjab need to get back on track, while Maharashtra aim to build on their recent surge.
Punjab’s form has been shaky: in their most recent match, they beat Chandigarh by 8 wickets (chasing 227) thanks to Ayush Goyal, who was Player of the Match.
Maharashtra are riding high: in their previous game vs Chandigarh, they scored 313 & 359/3 (declared) to win by 144 runs.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
PCA
W
L
W
L
W
PCA
248/10 in 48.5 5.08
VHT
Punjab beat Mumbai by 8 wickets
249/2 in 29.0 8.59
247/10 in 49.2 5.01
VHT
Karnataka beat Punjab by 1 wickets
251/9 in 47.3 5.28
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
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 1 Matches
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Punjab Preview
Punjab have had an up-and-down season. Their batting has not consistently delivered big first innings totals, but their bowling — led by Gurnoor Brar and Ayush Goyal — has shown the ability to strike in clusters.
Recent Match Highlights
vs Chandigarh: Punjab won by 8 wickets, chasing 227 comfortably.
Key performance: Ayush Goyal’s standout bowling display earned him Player of the Match.
Punjab will need their top order — especially Uday Saharan and Anmolpreet Singh — to convert starts into big innings.
Punjab Strengths This Season
Solid middle-order stability.
Improved second-innings batting.
Seamers have consistently taken wickets in helpful conditions.
Punjab Predicted Playing XI:
Anmolpreet Singh, Uday Saharan, Shubham Khajuria, Harpreet Singh, Raghav Choudhary, Mandeep Singh, Navtej Singh, Gurnoor Brar, Ayush Goyal, Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh
Punjab Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Punjab Actual Playing XI:
Harnoor Singh, Uday Pratap Saharan, Gurnoor Brar, Salil Arora, Jaskaranvir Singh Paul, Ayush Goyal, Mayank Markande, Anmol Malhotra, Harpreet Brar, Abhinav Sharma, Jashanpreet Sidhu
Maharashtra Preview
Maharashtra are in superb form this season. Their batting has been explosive, and their bowling disciplined.
Recent Match Highlights
vs Chandigarh: Maharashtra won by 144 runs after scoring 313 and 359/3 declared.
Key performers:
Prithvi Shaw: Remarkable 222 off 156 balls, one of the fastest Ranji double tons this season.
Mukesh Choudhary & Ramakrishna Ghosh: Both picked four-wicket hauls.
Important Availability Note:
Ruturaj Gaikwad is NOT available for this match due to India A commitments. His absence weakens Maharashtra’s top-order stability but Shaw’s form absorbs a lot of that pressure.
Maharashtra Strengths This Season
Shaw’s extraordinary batting form.
Bowling unit consistently taking 15–20 wickets per match.
Lower-middle order contributing in pressure moments.
Maharashtra Predicted Playing XI:
Prithvi Shaw, Arshin Kulkarni, Saurabh Nawale (WK), Ankit Bawne, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Murugan Ashwin, Jalaj Saxena, Mukesh Choudhary, Vicky Ostwal, Divyang Hinganekar,
Maharashtra Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Maharashtra Actual Playing XI:
Rajneesh Gurbani, Ankit Bawne, Prithvi Shaw, Arshin Atul Kulkarni, Siddhesh A Veer, Saurabh Nawale, Jalaj Saxena, Vicky Ostwal, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Sachin Sanjay Dhas, Rajvardhan Hangargekar
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
Clear and dry conditions are forecast throughout the four days in New Chandigarh, with temperatures hovering between 23°C and 26°C and minimal cloud cover, providing ideal batting weather early in the match.
PCA vs MHA Pitch Report
The pitch in New Chandigarh has historically offered true bounce early before slowing as the match progresses, making first-innings runs crucial.
Toss: To Bowl
With the surface traditionally offering the best bounce on Day 1 before slowing later, the toss is likely to play a decisive role, and the captain winning it is expected to bat first to maximise first-innings advantage.
PCA vs MHA
Winning Prediction
Maharashtra remain favourites despite the absence of Gaikwad. With Shaw in full flight and a potent bowling attack, they have the momentum. Punjab can challenge if their bowlers strike early and their batters make big starts; however, the combination of form and depth tilts the balance.
Maharashtra will win the match
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