Simhadri Vizag Lions (SVL) cross swords with Kakinada Kings (KNK) in match No. 7 of the ongoing Andhra Premier League (APL) 2025 at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Monday, August 11.
Ricky Bhui-led Simhadri Vizag Lions started their campaign with a seven-wicket defeat to Tungabhadra Warriors. They were restricted to just 109/9 in their 20 overs. The Warriors raced to victory in just 12.2 overs.
Kakinada Kings, on the other hand, have lost both the games they have played so far. They started their season with a three-wicket defeat in a rain-curtailed clash against Amaravati Royals. In their most recent clash, the Kings lost to Vijayawada Sunshiners by 24 runs.
SVL vs KNK Match Details
| Match | Simhadri Vizag Lions vs Kakinada Kings, Match 7, APL 2025 |
| Venue | ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam |
| Date & Time (IST) | Monday, August 11, 6:30 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | Sony Sports Network and FanCode (App & Website) |
ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The average first innings score in the first five matches at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium has been around 174. Chasing teams have generally done well at this venue. The boundaries aren’t too big, and it is pretty difficult to defend totals.
SVL vs KNK Predicted Playing 11s
Simhadri Vizag Lions (SVL):
Abhishek Reddy, Kogatam Haneesh Reddy, Dharani Kumar, Chennuboina Kumar, Ricky Bhui (C & WK), Marathala Dhanush, Tripurana Vijay, Kaldhi Kumar, Yeddala Reddy, Ranjeet Darji, Bailapudi Yeswanth.
Kakinada Kings (KNK):
Srikar Bharat (C & WK), Pitta Arjun Tendulkar, KP Sai Rahul, Pinninti Tapaswi, Manish Golamaru, M Lekhaz Reddy, SH Srinivas, Mopada Ravikiran, Shaik Kamaruddin, Kodavandla Sudharsan, Yarragunta Pramod.
Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Srikar Bharat
The Kakinada skipper has been in terrific form so far in APL 2025. He has aggregated 127 runs in two innings at an average of 63.50 and a strike rate of 189.55. Srikar Bharat will look to continue his purple patch on Monday.
Probable Best Bowler: Kodavandla Sudharsan
The right-arm seamer didn’t have a great outing in the first game as he conceded 39 runs in three overs and remained wicketless. However, Kodavandla Sudharsan bounced back commendably in the following game to finish with figures of 2/27 in four overs. He will have an important role to play in the powerplay.
Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match
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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