KER vs MUM Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Match 45 of Ranji Trophy 2024

Mumbai will aim to continue their winning momentum.

ByĀ CricTracker Staff

Updated - 19 Jan 2024, 01:01 IST

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Get ready for an enthralling clash in the Ranji Trophy 2024 as Kerala (KER) takes on Mumbai (MUM) in the 45th match at St Xavier's College Ground in Thumba. Both teams are part of Elite Group B, and their performance in the tournament has set the stage for an intriguing battle. Kerala have played two matches, managing to draw both encounters. On the other hand, Mumbai have had a strong start, winning both of their matches in the competition.

In their recent outing, Kerala faced Assam in a closely contested match that ended in a draw. Kerala posted a competitive total of 419 runs in the 1st innings, standout performances came from Sachin Baby with 131 runs and Rohan Kunnummal with 83 runs. Assam were all out for 248 runs in the 1st innings. Despite enforcing the follow-on and Assam scoring 212 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in the 2nd innings, the match concluded in a draw. Basil Thampi and Jalaj Saxena displayed their prowess, each claiming five wickets.

Mumbai, on the other hand, had a convincing victory over Andhra in their previous encounter. They posted 395 runs in the 1st innings. Andhra were all out for 184 runs in the 1st innings. Andhra, after being forced to follow on, managed to score only 244 runs in the 2nd innings, setting a target of 33 runs for Mumbai. Mumbai chased down the target comfortably with all 10 wickets intact. Notable contributions came from Bhupen Lalwani with 69 runs and a stellar performance by Shams Mulani, who scored 38 runs and took an impressive 10 wickets.

Match Information

Kerala vs Mumbai, Elite, Group B

Ranji Trophy, 19 Jan 2024, Fri, 9:30 AM IST ,St Xavier's College Ground, Thumba

Live Stream

N/A

Weather Report

St Xavier's College Ground, Thumba

Mist

25.9Ā°C

83% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Kerala

T
T
L
W
L

Mumbai

W
W
L
L
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Sachin Baby

KER - bat

907 Runs

7Ā Matches

2

Bhupen Lalwani

MUM - bat

795 Runs

10Ā Matches

3

Tanush Kotian

MUM - bowl

615 Runs

10Ā Matches

4

Shivam Dubey

MUM - all

459 Runs

5Ā Matches

5

Prithvi Shaw

MUM - bat

451 Runs

6Ā Matches

6

Musheer Khan

MUM - bat

433 Runs

3Ā Matches

1

Shreyas Iyer

MUM - bat

87.39

3Ā Matches

2

Prithvi Shaw

MUM - bat

83.52

6Ā Matches

3

Shivam Dubey

MUM - all

80.39

5Ā Matches

4

Vishweshwar A Suresh

KER - bowl

80.00

0Ā Match

5

Shardul Thakur

MUM - bowl

78.70

5Ā Matches

6

Nedumankuzhy Basil

KER - bowl

75.86

2Ā Matches

1

Shams Mulani

MUM - all

51 Wkts

9Ā Matches

2

Jalaj Saxena

KER - all

40 Wkts

7Ā Matches

3

Tanush Kotian

MUM - bowl

32 Wkts

10Ā Matches

4

Basil Thampi

KER - bowl

25 Wkts

7Ā Matches

5

Shreyas Gopal

KER - all

24 Wkts

6Ā Matches

6

Shahbaz Nadeem

MUM - bowl

23 Wkts

3Ā Matches

1

Musheer Khan

MUM - bat

2.12

3Ā Matches

2

Nedumankuzhy Basil

KER - bowl

2.41

2Ā Matches

3

Akshay Chandran

KER - all

2.63

4Ā Matches

4

Akhil Thomas

KER - all

2.90

1Ā Match

5

Shivam Dubey

MUM - all

2.93

5Ā Matches

6

Shams Mulani

MUM - all

2.98

9Ā Matches

Probable Playing XI

Kerala

RS Kunnummal, Krishna Prasad, PR Prem, Sachin Baby, SV Samson (C), Vishnu Vinod (wk), Shreyas Gopal, Jalaj S Saxena, Basil Thampi, MD Nidheesh, Suresh Vishweshwar

Bench : Vaisakh Chandran, AR Chandran, Anand Krishnan, Vishnu Raj, Nedumankuzhy Basil, Vishweshwar A Suresh, R Kunnummel

Mumbai

JG Bista, BB Lalwani, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Suved Parkar, S Iyer, Prasad Pawar (wk), SZ Mulani, TK Kotian, M Awasthi, DS Kulkarni, RH Dias

Bench : Hardik Tamore, SN Khan, S Dubey, TU Deshpande, DU Matkar, Mohit Avasthi, Atharva Ankolekar, S Dsouza, A Bhatkal, H Singh-I

Injury and availability news

Sanju Samson is expected to return to the squad and lead the Kerela team.

Pitch Report

The pitch at St Xavier's College Ground is expected to offer a balanced contest, with a preference for spinners. Chasing has proven to be advantageous on this surface, adding an extra layer of strategic complexity to the encounter.

40%

Pace Bowling

60%

Spin Bowling

50%

Batting Pitch

224

Average Score

50%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8.5
C

Shams Mulani MUM | ALL

Shams Mulani's dual prowess as an all-rounder has been pivotal for Mumbai. Scoring 38 runs with the bat, he has displayed his capability to contribute with crucial runs. Moreover, his exceptional bowling performance, claiming 11 wickets, highlights his effectiveness as a match-winner.

9
VC

Jalaj Saxena KER | ALL

A seasoned off-break bowler, Jalaj Saxena has been instrumental in Kerala's bowling success. His ability to pick up eight wickets showcases his skill in controlling the game and creating opportunities for the team.

9

Sachin Baby KER | BAT

The experienced top-order batter, Sachin Baby, has been the linchpin of Kerala's batting lineup. His impressive tally of 178 runs underscores his ability to anchor the innings and provide stability.

7.5

Bhupen Lalwani MUM | BAT

Bhupen Lalwani, a reliable top-order batter, has been consistent in accumulating runs for Mumbai. With a total of 134 runs in the tournament, he has been a key contributor to Mumbai's batting success

8

Mohit Awasthi MUM | BOWL

An all-round asset for Mumbai, Mohit Awasthi has showcased his versatility. With 53 runs and six wickets in the tournament, he has made valuable contributions with both bat and ball, adding depth to Mumbai's lineup.

9

Basil Thampi KER | BOWL

Known for his pace and ability to generate breakthroughs, Basil Thampi has been a potent force with the ball. His eight-wicket haul signifies his impact as a key wicket-taker for Kerala, often providing crucial breakthroughs.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

8.5

MD Nidheesh

KER | BOWL

His bowling performance was unimpressive in the last match, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

7.5

Prasad Pawar

MUM | BAT

His batting performance was unimpressive in this tournament, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

Last Updated On - Jan 18 2024 1:01 AM

Players
11/11

Team 1

KER

5 : 6

MUM

Credits Left
6/100

Head To Head
Vishnu Vinod

9

Sachin Baby

9

Jay Bista

9.5

Bhupen Lalwani

7.5

Shreyas Iyer

7

Shreyas Gopal

8.5

Jalaj Saxena
VC

9

Shams Mulani
C

8.5

Basil Thampi

9

Dhawal Kulkarni

9

Mohit Awasthi

8

Players
11/11

Team 1

KER

5 : 6

MUM

Credits Left
9.5/100

Mega League
Sanju Samson

8.5

Rohan Kunnummal

7

Sachin Baby
C

9

Bhupen Lalwani
VC

7.5

Shreyas Iyer

7

Jalaj Saxena

9

Shams Mulani

8.5

Basil Thampi

9

Dhawal Kulkarni

9

Royston Dias

8

Mohit Awasthi

8

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