The Gulbarga Mystics (GBM) will play their second match in two days when they take on the Shivamogga Yodhas (SMY) in Match 7 of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 on Tuesday, June 23, as part of a double header.
GBM will come into the game after playing against defending champions Coastal Kings Mangaluru a day before their clash against the Yodhas. They did lose their opening game of the season, falling to a six-wicket loss at the hands of Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters.
SMY, on the other hand, have already played twice this season with a 50-50 record. They suffered a defeat to the Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters in their previous game after beating Mysore Warriors in their opening match of the new campaign.
GBM vs SMY: Match Details
| Match | Gulbarga Mystics vs Shivamogga Yodhas, Match 7, Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 2:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground, Mysore |
| Broadcast and Live Streaming | Click here to watch GBM vs CKM Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground, Mysore: Pitch Report
The Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore provides batting-friendly conditions, with teams putting a total on the board in the first innings expected to reach 200. The only concern, however, is the Karnataka weather, which tends to play its part for all the wrong reasons, with a 60 per cent chance of precipitation on Tuesday.
GBM vs SMY: Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 6 |
| Won By GBM | 3 |
| Won By SMY | 3 |
| No Result | 0 |
| First Meeting | Augusst 17, 2023 |
| Recent Meeting | August 19, 2025 |
GBM vs SMY: Predicted Playing XIs
Gulbarga Mystics:
Manish Pandey (C), Lochan Gowda (WK), Prakhar Chaturvedi, Aarav Mahesh, Thippa Reddy, Dhruv Prabhakar, Macneil Noronha, Aaditya Nair, Ronit More, Paras Gurbax Arya, Kranthi Kumar
Shivamogga Yodhas:
Luvnith Sisodia (WK), Tushar Singh, Aneesh KV, Smaran Ravichandran (C), Harshil Dharmani, Shreesha Achar, Yash Raj Punja, Yashovardhan Parantap, Naveen MG, Mohsin Khan, Abhilash Shetty
GBM vs SMY: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Luvnith Sisodia
During these early stages of the competition, Luvnith Sisodia has established himself as the batter to watch out for. The left-handed batter has scored 69 runs from two matches, including hitting 58 during the Yodhas’ opening game of the season against Mysore Warriors, helping them to a 90-run victory.
Probable Best Bowler: Yash Raj Punja
Yash Raj Punja, who represented the Rajasthan Royals in the 2026 Indian Premier League, has made a decent start to the 2026 Maharaja Trophy. The leg spinner has taken four wickets from his first two matches of the tournament, bowling at an economy rate of 8.91.
FAQs – GBM vs SMY Match Prediction, Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026
1. When and where will the GBM vs SMY Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 match be played?
The Gulbarga Mystics vs Shivamogga Yodhas match will be played on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 2:30 PM IST at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore.
2. Where can fans watch the GBM vs SMY match live?
Fans can watch the live streaming of the match on the Fancode app and website.
3. What is the head-to-head record between Gulbarga Mystics and Shivamogga Yodhas?
The two teams have met six times in Maharaja Trophy history. Both Gulbarga Mystics and Shivamogga Yodhas have won three matches each, making this an evenly contested rivalry.
4. Who are the key players to watch in the GBM vs SMY match?
Luvnith Sisodia is expected to be a key batter for Shivamogga Yodhas after scoring 69 runs in two matches this season. For Gulbarga Mystics, captain Manish Pandey and opener Prakhar Chaturvedi could play crucial roles, while Yash Raj Punja remains the bowler to watch.
5. Who is likely to win the GBM vs SMY match?
Shivamogga Yodhas appear to have a slight edge due to their stronger start to the season and the form of players like Luvnith Sisodia and Yash Raj Punja. However, Gulbarga Mystics have enough experience in their lineup to make it a closely fought contest.
Today’s Match Prediction: The 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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