TR vs KBT Match Prediction, Match 2 – Who will win today’s KCL 2025 match?
Trivandrum won both their fixtures against Kochi in the previous season.
By CricTracker Staff
Published – 20 Aug 2025, 18:13 IST | Updated – 20 Aug 2025, 18:27 IST
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Adani Trivandrum Royals (TR) will take on Kochi Blue Tigers (KBT) in Match 2 of the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) 2025 at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday, August 21.
Trivandrum won both their fixtures against Kochi in the previous season. Trivandrum had won five games and lost as many in their maiden season. They ended up with a net run-rate (NRR) of -0.628. They will be hoping for a better campaign this time around.
Speaking of Kochi Blue Tigers, they could only win three matches out of 10 despite boasting a star-studded line-up in the first season. They will be keen on putting on a much better showing, with brothers Saly Samson and Sanju Samson serving as captain and vice-captain, respectively.
Match Details
| Match | Adani Trivandrum Royals vs Kochi Blue Tigers, Match 2, KCL 2025 |
| Venue | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Date & Time (IST) | Thursday, August 21, 7:45 pm (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming | Star Sports Network and FanCode (app and website) |
Pitch Report
The surface at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram has been a batter-friendly surface over of the years. When playing under artificial lights, the white ball is expected to swing around, especially in the first half of the match. Teams winning the toss will most probably opt to bowl first to avoid the risk of dew that might affect the play in the second innings, which makes run-scoring an easier job.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 2 |
| Won by TR | 2 |
| Won by KBT | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
| First-ever Fixture | September 2, 2024 |
| Most-recent Fixture | September 9, 2024 |
Predicted Playing 11s
Adani Trivandrum Royals
Riya Basheer, Subin S, Govind Dev Pai, Abdul Basith (c), Krishna Prasad, Nikhil M, Advait Prince (wk), Anantha Krishnan J, Basil Thampi, Asif Salam, Fazil Fanoos
Kochi Blue Tigers
Ajeesh Krishnan, Sanju Samson (wk), Jobin Joby, Vipul Shakti, Muhammed Shahu, Saly Samson (c), Akhin Sathar, Afrad Nazar, Vineep Manoharan, Saly Vishwanath, Jerin PS
Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Sanju Samson
Samson would be hurting after getting dropped from the T20I side for the upcoming Asia Cup. He can be expected to play a fiery innings. Notably, he will be playing for the first time after a rollercoaster IPL season in 2025 with Rajasthan Royals.
Probable Best Bowler: Basil Thampi
Thampi is one of those speedy bowlers who has the ability to hit the deck and trouble batters with the extra bounce. He will be expected to trouble the opposition batters. He is vastly experienced, and will look to use his skills to good effect to give crucial breakthroughs to his side.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match
Scenario 1
- Adani Trivandrum Royals win the toss and opt to bowl first.
- Powerplay: 55-65
- CG: 185-205
- Adani Trivandrum Royals win the match.
Scenario 2
- Kochi Blue Tigers win the toss and opt to bowl first.
- Powerplay: 50-60
- AKS: 170-190
- Kochi Blue Tigers win the match.
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
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