Alleppey Ripples (AR) will be up against Calicut Globstars (CG) in the 12th match of the KCL 2025 on Tuesday, August 26, at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. The Ripples have won one out of three games so far and are in last position. The Globstars have also won one out of three matches and are in fourth position.
The Ripples won their first game of the season in their last outing against the Adani Trivandrum Royals. They chased down the target of 179 runs in 19.4 overs with three wickets in hand. Mohammed Kaif remained unbeaten on 66 runs off 30 deliveries. He won the Player of the Match award.
The Globstars also registered their first win of the season against the Adani Trivandrum Royals in their last match. Unbeaten half-centuries from Akhil Scaria and Salman Nizar helped the team reach the target of 174 runs in 19 overs with seven wickets in hand. Scaria was also the pick of the bowlers and won the Player of the Match award.
AP vs CG Match Details
| Match | Alleppey Ripples vs Calicut Globstars, Match 12, KCL 2025 |
| Venue | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Date & Time (IST) | Tuesday, August 26, 6:45 pm (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming | Star Sports Network and FanCode (app and website) |
Pitch Report
There is not much difference between the average first innings and second innings score in the last 41 T20 matches that have been played at the Greenfield International Stadium. The average first innings score is 157 runs, while the average total in the second innings has been 151 runs. The pacers have been a dominant force here and have picked 79% of wickets in the last 10 matches.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 2 |
| Won by Alleppey Ripples | 0 |
| Won by Calicut Globstars | 2 |
| No Result | 0 |
| First-ever Fixture | September 9, 2024 |
| Most-recent Fixture | September 16, 2024 |
AP vs TR Predicted Playing 11
Alleppey Ripples:
Mohammed Azharuddeen (c & wk), Akshay Chandran, Arun KA, Abhishek P Nair, Akshay TK, Sreeroop MP, Jalaj Saxena, Aadithya Baiju, Sreehari S Nair, Nedumankuzhy Basil, Rahul Chandran
Kochi Blue Tigers:
Rohan Kunnummal (c), Suresh Sachin (wk), Maruthungal Ajinas, Salman Nizar, Pallam Muhammed Anfal, Sudhesan Midhun, Akhil Scaria, Manu krishnan, Harikrishnan MU, Akhil Dev, Monu Krishna
Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Salman Nizar
Salman has made two half-centuries in his three outings in the tournament. He is the leading run-scorer for the Globstars and has amassed 149 runs at an average of 74.50 and a strike rate of 155.21.
Probable Best Bowler: Akhil Scaria
Akhil has been the best all-rounder in the tournament. Apart from being the leading wicket-taker for the Globstars, he is also the second-highest run-scorer for the franchise. Akhil has picked nine wickets in three outings at an average of 9.89, an economy of 7.42, and a strike rate of eight.
Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to 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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