Vijay Hazare Trophy 2022: Semifinal 2, MAH vs ASM Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

After beating Uttar Pradesh by 58 runs in the second quarter-final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy, the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led Maharashtra side will now challenge Assam for a spot in the finals of the competition.

Assam in the meantime defeated Jammu and Kashmir by seven wickets while chasing a mammoth target of 351 runs in the quarter-finals. All-rounder Riyan Parag along with Rishav Das thrashed the opponent as they chased the total down with 23 balls left. The 21-year-old Parag, who’s in sublime form at the moment, smacked 174 off 116 deliveries while Rishav scored 114 off 118 deliveries. However, when it comes to squad depth, Assam can suffer in the future.

Coming back to Maharashtra, the skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad is currently leading by example. With an eye on making a comeback in the Indian team, the Pune-born batter hit a majestic double century in the last match which includes seven sixes in an over. Their bowlers too are in brilliant form as U19 World Cup-winning bowler, Rajvardhan Hangrekar picked up five wickets, giving 53 runs in his ten overs against UP. The other bowlers looked decent as Maharashtra currently looks dangerous going to the semi-final.

The two teams will square off on November 30 at the Narendra Modi Stadium B ground. The winner of the contest will then take on the winner of Karnataka versus Saurashtra on December 2 at the finals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2022.

Match Details

Maharashtra vs Assam, 2nd Semi-final Vijay Hazare Trophy 2022

Venue: Sardar Patel Stadium B ground, Ahmedabad

Date and Time: November 30, 9:00 AM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar app

Pitch Report

The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium B ground will not change throughout the course of the match. Thus, the team winning the toss is likely to field first.

Probable Playing XIs for MAH vs ASM

Maharashtra:

Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Rahul Tripathi, Ankit Bawne, Azim Kazi, Saurabh Navale(w), Shamshuzama Kazi, Divyang Hinganekar, Satyajeet Bachhav, Manoj Ingale, Mukesh Choudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar

Assam:

Kunal Saikia (c & wk), Rahul Hazarika, Rishav Das, Riyan Parag, Swarupam Purkayastha, Sibsankar Roy, Saahil Jain, Rajjakuddin Ahmed, Mukhtar Hussain, Sunil Lachit, Avinov Choudhury

Probable Top Performers from MAH vs ASM

Probable best batter: Ruturaj Gaikwad

Despite not playing a lot of matches, Ruturaj Gaikwad has established his authority in the ongoing tournament. The 25-year-old played three matches so far in the tournament and scored 384 runs at a strike rate of 118.51. With a double century behind his back, Gaikwad will be more than confident to do well against Assam and help his team qualify for the finals.

Probable best bowler: Satyajeet Bachhav

Satyajeet Bachhav has been the captain’s go-to choice bowler in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. The 30-year-old picked up 13 wickets from seven matches, which includes a couple of them against Uttar Pradesh in the Quarter Finals. Since Maharashtra played their last match on the same ground, the spinner will be aware of the conditions.

Today’s Match Prediction: Maharashtra to win the match.

Also Check: Dream11 Team Prediction for MAH vs ASM

Disclaimer: This 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.