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Uttar Pradesh vs Jharkhand, RNJT, Today Match Prediction
UTP vs JKD Win Probability
Toss Winner - Uttar Pradesh won the toss and choose to bowl first
Jharkhand beat Uttar Pradesh by 301 runs
Unbeaten UP eye home dominance in Lucknow against Jharkhand
- Uttar Pradesh are unbeaten this season, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 abandoned match, collecting 17 points so far.
- Jharkhand sit slightly higher with 18 points, having won 2 matches and drawn 2 out of their 5 games ( 1 defeat)
- UP’s last outright win came against Nagaland by an innings and 265 runs, showcasing their batting depth and bowling dominance.
We predict that Uttar Pradesh will defeat Jharkhand.
| Tournament: | Ranji Trophy, 2025-26 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Meerut, Victoria Park Stadium, India, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
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UTP vs JKD Match Prediction & Analysis
The Uttar Pradesh take on Jharkhand in an Elite Group A Ranji Trophy clash at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, starting Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 9:30 AM IST. With the league phase nearing its business end, points from this fixture could be crucial in shaping qualification scenarios.
Jharkhand currently sit slightly ahead on the points table with 18 points from five matches, courtesy of two wins and a couple of solid performances, while Uttar Pradesh are close behind with 17 points, having leaned heavily on draws to stay in contention.
Recent form suggests a tight contest—UP have been hard to beat with several draws, whereas Jharkhand have mixed resilience with timely victories. With both teams eyeing a decisive result to strengthen their standings, this encounter promises a gripping contest between patience and ambition.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
UTP
L
W
W
W
W
UTP
310/8 in 50.0 6.2
238/3 in 40.1 5.93
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
315/10 in 50.0 6.3
VHTE 2025-26
Uttar Pradesh beat Baroda by 54 runs
369/7 in 50.0 7.38
JKD
L
W
L
W
W
JKD
368/7 in 50.0 7.36
VHTE 2025-26
Jharkhand beat Puducherry by 133 runs
235/10 in 41.4 5.64
HEAD TO HEAD
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Uttar Pradesh Preview
Uttar Pradesh have enjoyed a solid and steady Ranji Trophy campaign so far and remain unbeaten this season. With five matches played, UP have registered one emphatic win and four draws, collecting 17 points and staying firmly in contention in Elite Group A. Their consistency with both bat and ball has ensured they stay competitive even in high-scoring or time-truncated encounters.
Their standout performance came against Nagaland, where Uttar Pradesh produced a dominant innings-and-265-run victory. Batting first, UP piled up a massive 535/6 declared, led by Madhav Kaushik’s monumental 185* and Aryan Juyal’s fluent 140, laying complete control over the match. The bowlers then took over, with Shivam Mavi starring with a remarkable 101 and match figures of 10 wickets*, as Nagaland were dismissed for 117 and 153, underlining UP’s superiority in the innings victory.
The batting unit has been anchored by Aryan Juyal (10 matches, 866 runs, avg 78.73) and Madhav Kaushik (9 matches, 816 runs, avg 81.6), while the bowling attack has been spearheaded by Shivam Sharma (8 matches, 30 wickets) and Shivam Mavi (9 matches, 23 wickets), giving the side excellent balance. Uttar Pradesh would strive to keep their unbeaten run continue and probably add another win to their campaign.
Key Players: Aryan Juyal, Madhav Kaushik, Shivam Mavi, Shivam Sharma
Uttar Pradesh Predicted Playing XI:
Aryan Juyal, Madhav Kaushik, Priyam Garg, Rinku Singh, Akshdeep Nath, Sameer Rizvi, Upendra Yadav (wk), Shivam Mavi, Shivam Sharma, Ankit Rajpoot, Anukul Roy
Uttar Pradesh Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Uttar Pradesh Actual Playing XI:
Aaditya Sharma, Kartik Yadav, Kunal Tyagi, Aryan Juyal, Abhishek Goswami, Priyam Garg, Prashant Veer, Vipraj Nigam, Siddharth Yadav, Madhav Kaushik, Shivam Mavi, Shivam Sharma
Jharkhand Preview
Jharkhand have put together a strong and competitive Ranji Trophy 2025/26 campaign so far, establishing themselves as one of the more decisive sides in Elite Group A. With 18 points from five matches, they have recorded two wins, two draws, and just one loss, keeping themselves firmly in contention.
The season began on a high note with a commanding innings-and-114-run win over Tamil Nadu, setting the tone for what followed. Jharkhand then produced their most authoritative performance of the campaign against Nagaland, winning by an innings and 196 runs at Ranchi. Draws against Vidarbha and Baroda showcased their resilience and bowling depth, while their only blemish came in an innings defeat to Andhra.
Their biggest win of the season came against Nagaland, where Jharkhand were in complete command from the outset. Batting first, they racked up a massive 510/8 declared, driven by Shikhar Mohan’s outstanding 207 off 303 balls and a composed 105 from Virat Singh. The bowlers then took over, dismissing Nagaland for 154 and 160 across two innings. Anukul Roy delivered a memorable all-round performance, returning figures of 8/55 and 5/35, ensuring the match was wrapped up well within four days.
Jharkhand’s success this season has been built around a reliable core of performers. Anukul Roy has been exceptional with the ball, taking 28 wickets in 10 matches, while also contributing crucial runs. Sharandeep Singh has anchored the batting with 746 runs at an average of 46.63, supported well by Virat Singh, who has amassed 570 runs in 10 games. The bowling unit has been further strengthened by Manishi, whose 20 wickets in seven matches have added penetration and control. With a settled combination and confidence gained from multiple dominant performances, Jharkhand head into their next fixture well-prepared.
Key Players: Anukul Roy, Sharandeep Singh, Virat Singh, Manishi
Jharkhand Predicted Playing XI:
Sharandeep Singh, Virat Singh, Shikhar Mohan, Kumar Deobrat, Saurabh Tiwary, Anukul Roy, Kumar Kushagra (wk), Manishi, Shahbaz Nadeem, Rahul Shukla, Ashish Kumar
Jharkhand Key Players From Previous Game Of Ranji Trophy, 2025-26
Jharkhand Actual Playing XI:
Sharandeep Singh, Kumar Kushagra, Virat Singh, Shikhar Mohan, Anukul Roy, Robin Minz, Shubham Singh, Aryaman Sen, Jatin Kumar Pandey, Sahil Raj, Saurabh Shekhar
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather on the match day at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow is expected to be clear to partly sunny throughout the day. The temperature will range between a high of around 24 °C and a low of 12 °C, offering pleasant playing conditions. There is no significant chance of rain, and humidity is expected to remain moderate. Overall, conditions should be ideal for a full four-day Ranji Trophy contest.
UTP vs JKD Pitch Report
The venue of the match is Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 2017, it is one of India’s most modern cricket venues and boasts a seating capacity of around 50,000 spectators. Known for its black-soil surface, the stadium traditionally offers low bounce and assistance to spinners, especially as matches wear on.
Toss: To Bat
At Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, teams winning the toss generally prefer to bat first, especially in multi-day cricket. Historical data from domestic and international matches here shows that the surface tends to be slow early on and deteriorates as the game progresses, bringing spinners into play Captains winning the toss should look to post a solid first-innings total.
UTP vs JKD
Winning Prediction
This Ranji Trophy clash promises to be closely fought, but Uttar Pradesh appear to have a slight edge going into the game. They remain unbeaten this season, have a strong batting unit - with the likes of Aryan Juyal, Madhav Kaushik and Rinku Singh - and enjoy home conditions at Lucknow. Jharkhand, however, arrive with confidence after two innings victories and a positive points tally. Still, UP’s consistency and familiarity with the Ekana surface could prove decisive.
We predict that Uttar Pradesh will defeat Jharkhand.
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