Defending champions Coastal Kings Mangaluru (CKM) take on the Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters (KBB) in Match 9 of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore on Wednesday, June 24. Both sides have made unbeaten starts to their respective campaigns.
CKM come into the game on the back of a victory over Gulbarga Mystics by eight wickets after their opening game of the season against Hubli Tigers was rained off without a ball being bowled.
KBB, on the other hand, are currently at the top of the standings, having won both of their matches so far. However, before facing the Mangaluru outfit, they will take on the Mysore Warriors a day before.
CKM vs KBB: Match Details
| Match | Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters, Match 9, Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 2:30 PM |
| Venue | Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground, Mysore |
| Broadcast and Live Streaming | Click here to watch CKM vs KBB Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground, Mysore: Pitch Report
The Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore has offered balanced conditions for both batters and bowlers during the first stage of the Maharaja Trophy 2026. Sides that tend to bat second usually have the advantage, not only because of the nature of the pitch, but also due to the weather, which has remained cloudy and overcast for the majority of the matches played so far.
CKM vs KBB: Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 8 |
| Won By CKM | 3 |
| Won By KBB | 4 |
| No Result | 1 |
| First Meeting | August 11, 2022 (KBB Won) |
| Recent Meeting | August 24, 2025 (CKM Won) |
CKM vs KBB: Predicted Playing XIs
Coastal Kings Mangaluru:
Karun Nair (C), Nikin Jose, Suraj Ahuja (WK), Codanda Ajit Karthik, Muralidhara Venkatesh, Shreyas Gopal, Siddharth Akhil, Dheeraj J Gowda, Vasuki Koushik, Kushaal Wadhwani, Santokh Singh
Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters:
Bhuvan Mohan Raju, Rohan Patil, Krishnan Shrijith (WK), Shubhang Hegde (C), Samit Dravid, Praveen Dubey, S Shivaraj, Shreevathsa Acharya, Shashi Kumar Kamble, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Rohan Raju
CKM vs KBB: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Nikin Jose
Nikin Jose comes into the game on the back of hitting a century against the Gulbarga Mystics, coming off just 47 balls. He scored seven fours and eight sixes to bat at a strike-rate of 212.77.
Probable Best Bowler: Shubhang Hegde
The Blasters’ captain has made a bright start to the 2026 Maharaja Trophy with the ball. Hegde is currently the joint-highest wicket-taker in the tournament with four scalps to his name from the first two matches of the season, bowling at an economy rate of 8.83.
FAQs
When will the CKM vs KBB Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 Match 9 be played?
The match between Coastal Kings Mangaluru and Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters will be played on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 2:30 PM IST.
Where is the CKM vs KBB match taking place?
The match will be held at the Srikantadatta Narasimha Raja Wadeyar Ground in Mysore.
What is the head-to-head record between Coastal Kings Mangaluru and Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters?
The two teams have faced each other eight times. Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters have won four matches, Coastal Kings Mangaluru have won three, while one match ended with no result.
Who could be the best batter in the CKM vs KBB match?
Nikin Jose is expected to be the key batter. He comes into this match after a stunning century against Gulbarga Mystics, scoring 100 runs off just 47 deliveries.
Who could be the best bowler in the CKM vs KBB match?
Shubhang Hegde could be the standout bowler. The Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters captain has already taken four wickets in the tournament and is among the leading wicket-takers this season.
Today’s Match Prediction: The chasing team is expected to win the match in a close game
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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