Match number 8 of the Maharani Trophy 2025 will see Mysore Warriors Women clash with Mangaluru Dragons Women on August 7 at the KSCA Cricket Ground in Alur, with the match starting at 1:45 PM IST. Both teams will be eager to seize crucial points as the tournament progresses, aiming to get a stronger foothold in the race for the semifinals in this highly competitive Karnataka women’s T20 league.
Mysore Warriors Women have had a challenging start to the tournament and will look to bounce back strongly against Mangaluru Dragons Women. The Warriors’ lineup features a mix of experienced players and promising youngsters. Consistency with both bat and ball will be key for Mysore Warriors to turn the momentum in their favor.
On the other side, Mangaluru Dragons Women have shown glimpses of strong performances earlier in the Maharani Trophy and will aim to continue their good form. With a balanced squad that includes capable bowlers and aggressive batters, they will look to put pressure on Mysore Warriors.
Squads:
Mysore Warriors Women’s Cricket Team
Disha KV, Shreya Pote, Shubha Satheesh, Silkin Patel, Deeksha Honushree, Kinjal Patel, Pooja Kumari, Shishira Gowda, Tanvi Raj, Kusuma Gowda, Prakruthi NG, Rachitha Hatwar, Aqfin Ruhi Doddamani, Rohitha Chowdry, Sahana Pawar, Vandita Rao
Mangaluru Dragons Women’s Cricket Team
Liyanka Shetty, Prerana Rajesh, Saanvi Iyer, Inchara CU, Reethu Gowda, Saloni P, Tanushree M, Prathyoosha Kumar, Anagha Murali, Bhakti Shetty, Harshitha R, Karnika Karthick, Laxmi Bagewadi, Nirmitha CJ, Shreya Mishra, Zoya Khazi
Players to watch out:
Reethu Gowda
Reethu Gowda is an Indian cricket player known primarily as a right-handed all-rounder specializing in right-arm off-break bowling. In the opening encounter of Mangaluru, she picked best bowling figures of 3 for 17 and was impressive with the ball. She is considered a valuable player particularly for her off-spin bowling skill in women’s domestic cricket circuits.
Liyanka Shetty
Liyanka Shetty is a promising young cricketer from Karnataka known for her impactful performances, particularly as a hard-hitting batter. Liyanka in both the games of the tournament combined has scored 68 runs and has also picked 2 wickets with the ball which is why she is also been recognized as a valuable pick in tournaments such as the Maharani Trophy.
Pooja Kumari
Pooja Kumari plays as a right-handed batter and also bowls right-arm medium pace. She has represented teams like Karnataka Women, Odisha Yellow, Bihar Women, and Hubli Tigers Women in domestic tournaments. In her last 3 outings with the ball, she has picked up 7 wickets proving her reliability and consistency with the ball.
Shubha Satheesh
Shubha Satheesh is a left-handed batter and right-arm medium bowler who currently plays for Railways and Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Women’s Premier League. She is the current captain of the Mysore Warriors Women and was the only standout batter in the opening encounter for Mysore. Known for her solid technique and ability to anchor innings, Shubha is highly regarded in Indian women’s cricket setup.
Pitch:
The KSCA Cricket Ground in Alur features a pitch that is generally batting-friendly with good bounce and a grassy outfield. It supports both batters and bowlers, offering some assistance to pacers and spinners alike. The surface is well-suited for short-format games, favoring batters scoring runs comfortably.
Weather:
The forecast indicates cloudy skies with a touch of rain. The temperature will hover around 27°C, with humidity at 68%. This suggests humid conditions with moderate cloud cover, making it plausible for intermittent rains or light showers in the afternoon or later in the day.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Liyanka Shetty, Reethu Gowda, Saloni P, Prathyoosha Kumar, Karnika Karthick, Disha KV, Shreya Pote, Shubha Satheesh, Pooja Kumari, Shishira Gowda, Tanvi Raj
Match Details:
Date – August 7, 2025
Time – 1:45 AM IST
Venue – KSCA Cricket Ground, Alur
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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