The race for the top four in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 reaches a key stage as Coastal Kings Mangaluru face Shivamogga Yodhas in Match 22.
The game is set for the evening of Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the KSCA Rajnagar Stadium in Hubli.
Coastal Kings are looking to bounce back after a narrow loss to Mysuru Warriors, while Shivamogga arrive on the back of a confidence boosting win over Gulbarga Mystics. Both sides are fighting for a playoff spot, which makes this contest important for the points table.
In this article, we have covered the odds, pitch report, team previews, fantasy tips and our final prediction for this match.
Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Shivamogga Yodhas – Match Details
Here are the basic details of Match 22 of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026, including the date, time and venue. Keep this information handy before you plan how to watch or follow the game.
| Match Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Shivamogga Yodhas, Match 22 |
| Tournament | Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 |
| Date | July 2, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | KSCA Rajnagar Stadium, Hubli |
| Live Streaming | FanCode App and Website |
Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Shivamogga Yodhas Match 22 Odds
Bookmakers currently lean towards Coastal Kings Mangaluru, largely because of their stronger bowling depth. Please remember that betting odds change often, especially close to the toss, so treat the figures below as indicative rather than final.
| Platform | Coastal Kings Mangaluru Win Odds | Shivamogga Lions Win Odds | Toss Odds (Coastal Kings) | Toss Odds (Shivamogga) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.52 | 2.37 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 1.52 | 2.37 | 1.88 | 1.88 |
| 4RABET | 1.52 | 2.37 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| BetVibe | 1.52 | 2.37 | 1.88 | 1.88 |
These odds can shift once the toss result and playing eleven are confirmed. Always check the live market on your betting platform before placing a wager.
Win Probability
| Team | Win Probability |
|---|---|
| Coastal Kings Mangaluru | 62% |
| Shivamogga Yodhas | 38% |
Betting Analysis
The match looks close on paper, but a few factors separate the two sides. Here is a quick look at what favours each team tonight.
Why Coastal Kings Mangaluru Are Favourites?
- Karun Nair is batting in excellent touch and gives the top order real stability.
- Shreyas Gopal leads the tournament wicket charts with 11 scalps and controls the middle overs well.
- The bowling attack overall has more depth than Shivamogga’s.
- Their fielding unit has been sharp in run saving situations.
Why Shivamogga Yodhas Can Win?
- Luvnith Sisodia is the tournament’s leading run scorer with 272 runs.
- The team carries momentum from a recent win over Gulbarga Mystics.
- Their top order batting lineup can put pressure on any bowling attack.
- Abhilash Shetty offers early swing with the new ball.
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 Points Table
The points table shows how much is riding on this fixture for both teams. A win here can change the shape of the top four race significantly.
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru Blasters | 7 | 6 | 1 | 12 | +0.945 |
| Coastal Kings Mangaluru | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | +0.112 |
| Gulbarga Mystics | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -0.210 |
| Shivamogga Yodhas | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -0.415 |
| Hubli Tigers | 5 | 2 | 3 | 5 | +0.340 |
| Mysuru Warriors | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -0.680 |
- A win keeps Coastal Kings firmly in the top two of the table.
- Shivamogga need this win to stay in touch with the playoff spots.
- Net run rate could end up deciding the final top four positions.
Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Shivamogga Yodhas Match Preview
Coastal Kings Mangaluru Team Preview
Coastal Kings lost their last match to Mysuru Warriors by two wickets, but their overall squad balance remains one of the best in the tournament. They sit second on the table with three wins from six matches.
- Strength: An experienced batting unit led by Karun Nair.
- Strength: A strong spin attack anchored by Shreyas Gopal.
- Strength: Quality finishers who can close out tight games.
- Concern: The middle order has been inconsistent while finishing innings.
- Concern: Occasional batting collapses have cost them points.
Shivamogga Yodhas Team Preview
Shivamogga beat Gulbarga Mystics in their last match through the VJD method. They hold fourth place with three wins from seven games and need consistency to move up the table.
- Strength: An aggressive batting approach right from the top order.
- Strength: A strong opening partnership that sets the tone early.
- Strength: Good new ball bowling from Abhilash Shetty.
- Concern: Heavy reliance on Luvnith Sisodia for big scores.
- Concern: Death overs bowling has leaked runs in recent games.
Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Shivamogga Yodhas Head to Head Record
The overall head to head record between these two franchises has been closely fought over the seasons. Neither side has dominated the other by a wide margin, so recent form and how each team handles the Hubli conditions will likely decide tonight’s result.
Team Form and Key Players
Coastal Kings Mangaluru Recent Form
Last five matches: Win, Loss, Win, Loss, Win. The Kings have alternated between strong wins and tight losses, and they will want their supporting batters to ease the pressure off Karun Nair.
- Karun Nair: 218 runs this season, the team’s most reliable batter.
- Shreyas Gopal: Tournament leading 11 wickets, a genuine match winner.
- Nikin Jose: An aggressive opener who is due a big score.
Shivamogga Yodhas Recent Form
Last five matches: Win, Loss, Win, Loss, Win. The Yodhas are building momentum, though their negative net run rate of minus 0.415 points to past defensive lapses.
- Luvnith Sisodia: 272 runs this season, among the tournament’s top scorers.
- Sujay Sateri: A finisher who has rescued the innings under pressure.
- Abhilash Shetty: 7 wickets this season with useful early swing.
KSCA Rajnagar Stadium Hubli Pitch Report
The Hubli pitch tends to behave differently across the two innings of a T20 match. Here is what both captains and fans can expect from the surface tonight.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Average 1st Innings Score | 160 to 170 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 150 to 165 |
| Pace Assistance | Moderate, mainly early on |
| Spin Assistance | Moderate, mainly middle overs |
Seamers can expect some early movement under the evening floodlights. Once the ball gets older, batting becomes easier, and spinners get useful grip during the middle overs. The ideal strategy on this ground is to bowl first after winning the toss and aim for a target of 165 runs or more.
Weather Report
Weather rarely disrupts matches at this venue during this part of the season, and tonight looks no different.
| Factor | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 27 to 28 degrees Celsius |
| Conditions | Mostly clear |
| Humidity | 64% |
| Rain Chance | 10% |
With minimal rain threat, fans can expect a full 20 over match on both sides. The clear conditions should also make for good batting weather once the floodlights come on.
Probable Playing XI
Both teams are expected to field close to full strength tonight. Here is the likely playing eleven for each side based on recent selections.
Coastal Kings Mangaluru
- Nikin Jose, Karun Nair (C), Aadharsh SJ, Siddharth Akhil, Rajvir Wadhwa
- Dheeraj J Gowda, Shreyas Gopal, Santokh Singh, Aaron Cyril Christie
- Prithiraj Shekhawat, V Koushik
Shivamogga Yodhas
- Luvnith Sisodia, Tushar Singh, Smaran R, Sujay Sateri, Harshil Dharmani
- Mohsin Khan, Yash Raj Punja, Abhilash Shetty, Vaasav Venkatesh
- Yashovardhan Parantap, Naveem MG
Players to Watch
A handful of players can shape the outcome of this game with a single big performance. Keep an eye on these names as the match unfolds.
- Karun Nair (CKM): 218 runs this season and the team’s most dependable batter.
- Shreyas Gopal (CKM): Leading wicket taker of the tournament with 11 scalps.
- Luvnith Sisodia (SY): 272 runs this season, among the leading run scorers.
- Abhilash Shetty (SY): 7 wickets this season with a habit of early breakthroughs.
Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Shivamogga Yodhas Fantasy Prediction
If you are setting a fantasy team for this match on platforms like Dream11 or FanCode, balancing top order runs with proven wicket takers works best on this surface.
- Captain choices: Karun Nair, Luvnith Sisodia
- Vice captain choices: Shreyas Gopal, Abhilash Shetty
- Differential picks: Nikin Jose, Sujay Sateri, Mohsin Khan, Rajvir Wadhwa
Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Shivamogga Yodhas Betting Tips
These tips are based on current form and past performance only, and should be treated as general guidance rather than a guarantee. Please bet responsibly and only on platforms that are legal in your state.
Safe Bets
- Coastal Kings Mangaluru to win the match.
- Karun Nair to score over 25.5 runs.
Value Bets
- Luvnith Sisodia to score over 30.5 runs.
- Shreyas Gopal to take 2 or more wickets.
High Risk Bets
- Karun Nair to be the top match batter.
- Abhilash Shetty to be the top match bowler.
Toss Prediction
We expect Shivamogga Yodhas to win the toss and choose to bowl first. Chasing teams have generally done well under the Hubli floodlights, and evening dew can make batting easier during the second innings.
Coastal Kings Mangaluru vs Shivamogga Yodhas Match Prediction
Based on current form, squad depth and pitch conditions, here is our projected score range for either side batting first.
| Scenario | Projected Total |
|---|---|
| If Coastal Kings Mangaluru bat first | 165 to 180 runs |
| If Shivamogga Yodhas bat first | 150 to 165 runs |
Predicted winner: Coastal Kings Mangaluru to win Match 22. Their bowling depth, led by Shreyas Gopal, should be enough to control Shivamogga’s aggressive top order.
Final Verdict
Coastal Kings Mangaluru enter this match with the stronger overall squad. Karun Nair and Shreyas Gopal offer match winning quality with both bat and ball, while Shivamogga depend heavily on Luvnith Sisodia to fire. The bowling depth of Coastal Kings gives them a real edge tonight.
- Best bet: Coastal Kings Mangaluru to win the match.
- Expected margin batting first: 15 to 20 runs.
- Expected margin while chasing: 4 to 5 wickets.
Conclusion
Match 22 of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 sets up an important contest between two playoff hopefuls.
Coastal Kings Mangaluru go in as favourites on the back of a balanced squad and a strong bowling unit, though Shivamogga Yodhas can trouble any side if Luvnith Sisodia gets going at the top.
Keep an eye on the toss result and pitch conditions before finalising your fantasy team or watching the game live. You can follow the live score and updates on FanCode from 7:00 PM IST.
