Alleppey Ripples (AP) take on Kochi Blue Tigers (KBT) in match No. 22 of the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) 2025 at the Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, on Sunday, August 31.
Mohammed Azharuddeen-led Alleppey Ripples have won three and lost as many in the six games they have played so far. They will be high on confidence after winning their last two game by narrow margins of two runs and two wickets, respectively.
On the other hand, Kochi Blue Tigers are in red-hot form, sitting pretty at the top of the points table. They have already registered five wins from seven games and lost only twice. Like Alleppey Ripples, KBT are also coming into this clash on the back of consecutive victories.
Match Details
| Match | Alleppey Ripples vs Kochi Blue Tigers, Match 22, KCL 2025 |
| Venue | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Date & Time (IST) | Sunday, August 31, 6:45 pm (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming | Star Sports Network and FanCode (app and website) |
Pitch Report
The captain who wins the toss on Sunday will want to bowl first. Chasing has been the more rewarding choice at this venue in KCL 2025. Bowlers will have to be on point with their execution, as there isn’t much assistance for them. The weather is expected to hold good, and we should get a full game.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 3 |
| Won by Alleppey Ripples | 0 |
| Won by Kochi Blue Tigers | 3 |
| No Result | 0 |
| First-ever Fixture | September 9, 2024 |
| Most-recent Fixture | August 23, 2025 |
AP vs KBT Predicted Playing 11
Alleppey Ripples:
Mohammed Azharuddeen (C & WK), Arun KA, Mohammed Kaif, Abhishek P Nair, Akshay TK, Mohamed Enaan, Sreeroop MP, Jalaj Saxena, Aadithya Baiju, Sreehari S Nair, Rahul Chandran.
Kochi Blue Tigers:
Vinoop Manoharan, Vipul Shakti, Muhammed Shanu, Saly Samson (C), Jobin Joby, Nikhil Thottath (WK), Muhammad Ashik, Rakesh KJ, Alfi Francis John, KM Asif, Jerin PS.
Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Vinoop Manohar
The KBT opener is among the leading run-getters this season. He has amassed 239 runs from seven innings at an average of 34.14. Vinoop Manohar has been striking at a rate of more than 165. He will look to get his team off to a flying start on Sunday.
Probable Best Bowler: KM Asif
The 32-year-old has accounted for 10 wickets in five matches at an average of 16.86. In the previous game against AP, he won the Player of the Match award for bagging a four-for. KM Asif, the former Chennai Super Kings seamer, also picked up three wickets in KBT’s previous clash.
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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