Cricket Match Prediction | Asian Stars vs Indian Royals | Asian Legends League 2025 | Final | March 18 – Who do you think will win the series AS or IR?

AS vs IR Match Analysis

Asian Stars and Indian Royals will play each other in the Asian Legends League, 2025 Final Match on March 18, 2025, at 07:00 PM BST at Miraj International Cricket Stadium, Udaipur. Asian Stars have dominated their campaign and head into the final in top form. 

Meanwhile, Indian Royals have showcased their strength, finishing at the top of the table after the league stage. While both sides appear evenly matched, AS might hold a psychological advantage, having already defeated IR in Qualifier 1.

AS vs IR Team Preview & Squads

Asian Stars

Asian Stars have been one of the standout teams in the 2025 Asian Legends League, finishing second in the group stage. They carried that momentum into Qualifier 1, delivering a dominant performance against Indian Royals in a one-sided encounter.

Captain Mehran Khan has been their most explosive batter, amassing 195 runs in four innings at a blistering strike rate of 175. His tally of 17 fours and 13 sixes has been instrumental, and his ability to provide early impetus will be key in the final.

Ankit Narwal has offered stability at the top, scoring 79 runs in four matches at a strike rate of 127.42, while Kashyap Prajapati has contributed 77 runs at 110. On the bowling front, Pawan Suyal has led the attack with six wickets, boasting an impressive economy of just 5.10. Meanwhile, Nazmus Sadat and Dilshan Munaweera have taken five wickets between them, strengthening an already well-rounded bowling unit ahead of the final.

Asian Stars Squads

Hasti Gul, Kedar Jadhav, Mehran Khan, Seekkuge Prasanna, Lahiru Thirimanne, Shahbaz Nadeem, Saurabh Tiwary, Parvinder Awana, Dilshan Munaweera, Abhimanyu Mithun, Hamid Hassan, Shehan Jayasuriya, Alok Kapali, Ayaan Khan, Mahaboob Alam. 

Indian Royals

Indian Royals entered the tournament as one of the strongest contenders and have lived up to expectations. They dominated the league stage, winning all four matches to secure the top spot. Although they stumbled against Asian Stars in Qualifier 1, they quickly recovered, defeating Sri Lankan Lions in Qualifier 2 to book their place in the final.

Faiz Fazal has been the driving force behind their batting, scoring 167 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 123.70. Shadab Jakati has provided stability in the middle order, contributing 138 runs at 121, while Yogesh Nagar has chipped in with 102 runs at 105. Bipul Sharma’s impactful lower-order hitting has also proved valuable in tight situations, and their collective efforts could be crucial in the final.

In the bowling department, Anureet Singh has led the attack impressively, claiming nine wickets in five matches with an economy rate of 7.11. Jakati has been equally effective, picking up seven wickets while maintaining a tight economy of 6.63. Sudeep Tyagi and Manpreet Gony have also contributed, taking four wickets each. With a well-balanced bowling unit, Indian Royals have effectively utilized the conditions throughout the tournament.

Indian Royals Squads 

Faiz Fazal, Anureet Singh, S Badrinath, Manoj Tiwary, Naman Ojha, Barinder Sran, Shreevats Goswami, Shadab Jakati, Irfan Pathan, Munaf Patel, Karanveer Singh, Sudeep Tyagi, Ambati Rayudu, Manpreet Gony, Yusuf Pathan, Shikhar Dhawan. 

Asian Stars vs Indian Royals outfield report 

At the Miraj International Cricket Stadium, four of the last six matches in this series have been won by the team batting first. Additionally, given that this is a high-stakes final, teams typically prefer to set a target rather than chase under pressure.

Weather conditions in Udaipur are expected to be ideal, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures, ensuring an uninterrupted match with no threat of rain.

The pitch at Miraj International Cricket Stadium has remained consistent throughout the tournament, offering reliable bounce. This allows batsmen to play their shots with confidence, making for an even contest between bat and ball.

Asian Stars vs Indian Royals Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches 

In their last 2 matches, both teams won 1 game. 

Asian Stars vs Indian Royals Prediction 

Cricket analysts predict that the Indian Royals have a 55% chance of winning.

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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