The opening game of the Karnataka T20 Maharaja Trophy 2025 features Gulbarga Mystics versus Mangaluru Dragons at Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground, Mysore, on 11th August at 3:15 PM IST.
Get the best GMY vs MD Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st match of the Karnataka T20 Maharaja Trophy 2025. Expert analysis and more.
GMY vs MD Match Preview:
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) hosts the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2025, kicking off on August 11 and running until August 28. Six teams—Bengaluru Blasters, Gulbarga Mystics, Hubli Tigers, Mangaluru Dragons, Mysore Warriors, and Shivamogga Lions—compete in this thrilling tournament. A total of 34 matches, including playoffs, unfold at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore.
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In the opening clash, Gulbarga Mystics face Mangaluru Dragons on August 11 at 3:15 PM IST. For the Mystics, Luvnith Sisodia, Vyshak Vijaykumar, and Smaran R stand out as key players, bringing batting depth and bowling prowess. Meanwhile, the Dragons rely on Shreyas Gopal, Abhilash Shetty, and Macneil Noronha to lead their charge with spin bowling and aggressive batting.
Both teams boast strong squads with a mix of experienced and emerging talent, setting the stage for an exciting contest. Although historical head-to-head data is unavailable for this specific matchup, the Mystics’ balanced attack meets the Dragons’ dynamic line-up, promising a gripping start to the tournament on Sunday.
GMY vs MD Head-to-Head Record:
Teams |
Matches Won |
Gulbarga Mystics |
0 |
Mangaluru Dragons |
0 |
GMY vs MD Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature |
21°C |
Weather Forecast |
Light Rain |
Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To |
Pace |
Average 1st innings score |
181 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records |
Good |
Winning % |
62% |
GMY vs MD Playing 11s (Predicted):
Gulbarga Mystics Playing 11: Vyshak Vijaykumar, Luvnith Sisodia, Pravin Dubey, Smaran R, Siddhath KV, Monish Reddy, Harsha Wardhan Khuba, Lavish Kaushal, Sheetal Kumar, Jasper EJ, SJ Nikin Jose
Mangaluru Dragons Playing 11: Abhilash Shetty, Macneil Noronha, Lochan S Gowda, Paras Gurbax Arya, Sharath BR, Shreyas Gopal, Melu Kranthi Kumar, Thippa Reddy, Aaditya Nair, Aadarsh Prajwal, Shivaraj S
GMY vs MD Dream11 Team Today Players Stats:
Player |
Players Stats (last match) |
Shreyas Gopal |
NA |
Nikin Jose |
NA |
Smaran-R |
NA |
Melu-Kranthi Kumar |
NA |
Hot Picks for GMY vs MD Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Melu-Kranthi Kumar |
Smaran-R |
Top Picks:
Budget Picks:
GMY vs MD Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain |
Melu Kranthi Kumar & Smaran R |
Vice-Captain |
Nikin Jose & Shreyas Gopal |
GMY vs MD Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Luvnith Sisodia, B R Sharath
- Batters – Thippa Reddy, Harsha Khuba, Smaran R
- All-rounders – Nikin Jose (vc), Melu Kranthi Kumar (c), Pallav Das, Macneil Noronha
- Bowlers – Vyshak Vijaykumar, Shreyas Gopal

GMY vs MD Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
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Keepers – Luvnith Sisodia, B R Sharath
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Batters – Thippa Reddy, Smaran R (c)
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All-rounders – Nikin Jose, Melu Kranthi Kumar, Pallav Das, Macneil Noronha
- Bowlers – Vyshak Vijaykumar, Shreyas Gopal (vc), Abhilash Shetty

GMY vs MD Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1 Karnataka T20 Maharaja Trophy 2025 Players to Avoid:
Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Rohan Revankar |
6.0 credits |
NA |
Faizan Riaz |
7.0 credits |
NA |
GMY vs MD Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1 Karnataka T20 Maharaja Trophy 2025 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice |
Melu Kranthi Kumar |
GL Captaincy Choice |
Smaran R |
Punt Picks |
Abhilash Shetty and Harsha Khuba |
Dream11 Combination |
2-3-4-2 |