Match Overview
Southern Super Stars will face off against the India Tigers in their third match of the Legends League Cricket 2026 at the Indira Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Haldwani on Sunday, 22nd March. Both teams have secured two wins each and are eager to claim their third victory in this crucial encounter.
Southern Super Stars’ Performance
The Southern Super Stars are currently leading the leaderboard with two victories under their belt. Their strong net run-rate is a significant advantage. In their previous match, they defeated the Royal Riders Punjab by 40 runs. Batting first, they scored 179 for 7 in 20 overs, thanks to half-centuries from Dilshan Munaweera and Puneet Mehra. On the bowling front, Diwesh Pathania was instrumental, taking three wickets for just 20 runs in his four overs.
India Tigers’ Performance
On the other hand, the India Tigers have had a solid season so far, securing two wins and one loss in their three matches. They recently bounced back with a 4-wicket win against the India Captains. In that match, they chased down a target of 168 in just 15.4 overs. Jeevan Mendis and Kuldeep Hooda were standout performers, scoring 42 and 32 respectively. Pawan Negi also made a significant impact with three wickets in his spell.
Match Details
- Match: Southern Super Stars vs India Tigers
- Date and Time: Sunday, March 22; 7:00 p.m. IST
- Venue: Indira Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Haldwani
- Broadcasting and Live Streaming: TV – Sony Sports Network, Live Stream – FanCode
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Indira Gandhi International Cricket Stadium is expected to be favorable for batters. Pacers will benefit from the early assistance with the new ball, while batters who settle down can score heavily due to consistent bounce. Spinners are expected to extract good turn as the match progresses. The first innings total at this venue is typically around 160-175.
Weather Report
The weather is expected to remain dry and humid, with no rain predicted during the game. As it is an evening match, the surroundings will be warm and pleasant. Temperatures are likely to hover around 24-26 °C under mostly clear skies.
Head-to-Head Records
- Matches Played: 2
- Won by Southern Super Stars: 2
- Won by India Tigers: 0
- Tied: 0
- No Result: 0
Probable Lineups
Southern Super Stars: Wellinton Masakadza, Punit Bisht, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Diwesh Pathania, Waqarullah Ishaq, Rajat Bhatia (c), Abhishek Raut, Jaskaran Singh, Ravi Jangid, Ajit Chandila, Abhishek Sakuja
India Tigers: Kirk Edwards, Tillakaratne Dilshan (c), Milinda Siriwardana, Samit Patel, Kuldeep Hooda, Jeevan Mendis, Pawan Negi, A Paunikar (wk), A Ganegama, Abu Nechim, Akalanka Ganegama.
Players to Watch Out For
Wellington Masakadza | SNSS: This former Zimbabwean batter has been a valuable asset with his hard-hitting talent. He starts his batting assault from the first ball, making him one of the dangerous batters in this format. He started the tournament with a bang, smashing 61 off just 30 deliveries in the opening match.
Kuldeep Hooda | INDT: This right-hander takes some time to settle but starts his attacking prowess once he gets into his rhythm. His lower-order batting provides much-needed stability to the lineup. In just 3 innings, he has smashed 125 runs and is sitting in the second spot of the highest run-scorer list.
Toss Prediction
Historical toss-winning stats at the venue show that in the last five T20 matches, teams winning the toss have opted to bowl first twice and bat thrice. Batting first has proven advantageous, as four out of five matches played here have been won by the batting first teams.
Match Scenario
Scenario 1
– Toss Winner: INDT (opts to bat first)
– Power-Play Score: 40-42
– INDT Total: 145-160
– Match Winner: SNSS
Scenario 2
– Toss Winner: SNSS (opts to bat first)
– Power-Play Score: 40-45
– SNSS Total: 160-170
– Match Winner: SNSS
Who Will Win?
Southern Super Stars are likely to win this match, given their formidable squad and winning momentum. However, the India Tigers should not be underestimated, as they are a competitive side. Based on their head-to-head record, the Southern Super Stars are expected to secure a win in this encounter.
