KOY vs ERL Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch – Kerala T20 2025, Match 26

KOY vs ERL, Kerala T20 2025: Dream11 Predictions For Match 26 [Source: @keralacricketassociation/x.com]

Kottayam (KOY) will be up against Ernakulam (ERL) in the 26th match of the Kerala T20 2025. This match will be played at the St Xavier's College Ground in Thiruvananthapuram, India on Wednesday, May 28th at 1:00 PM IST.

Ahead of this exciting clash, here's a comprehensive look at the Dream11 predictions, fantasy cricket tips, pitch report, the top player picks, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

Hot Picks for KOY vs ERL Dream11 Team Today

Kottayam

Sijomon Joseph

• Left-handed top-order batting all-rounder Sijomon Joseph played beautifully in the recently concluded Presidents Cup 2025. He will be good pick for the fantasy contests.

Asif Ali

• 22-year-old young opening batter Asif Ali is a promising cricketer and he could be a beneficial-pick for the fantasy contests.

Harikrishnan KN

• Talented all-rounder Harikrishnan KN can be profitable choice, as he can contribute with both bat and ball for his team.

Ernakulam

Govind Pai

• Right-handed opening batter Govind Pai is an excellent batter, he has scored 398 runs in 9 innings with a strike rate of 156.08 in the recently concluded Presidents Cup 2025. He can be a top-pick for the fantasy contests.

Abdul Basith

• 26-year-old all-rounder Abdul Basith performed decently in the recently concluded Presidents Cup 2025 and he could become a valuable pick for the game.

Akhil M S

• Another talented and experienced all-rounder Akhil M S can be profitable choice, as he can contribute with both bat and ball for his team.

KOY vs ERL Match 26 Weather And Pitch Today

Weather - According to AccuWeather, the weather will be rainy. The temperature will be in-between 32°C-26°C and there is 91% chances of rain during the game.

Pitch Report - The pitch at St Xavier's College Ground is spin-friendly nature, particularly as matches progress. Initially, batters may find conditions favorable with consistent bounce and pace, allowing for fluent stroke play. However, as the game advances, the surface tends to deteriorate, offering significant assistance to spinners. The emergence of cracks and variable bounce can challenge batters, making shot selection crucial.

St Xavier's College Ground, Thiruvananthapuram - Record Of Chasing Teams in Kerala T20 2025

At St Xavier's College Ground, 17 matches has been played so far this season, in which the chasing side won have 11 games. The team that won the toss will prefer to field first here.

KOY vs ERL Match 26 Captain and Vice-Captain Picks

KOY vs ERL Match 26 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: S Sanjeev, Sanjay Raj
Batters: Govind Pai, Harikrishnan KN Asif Ali
All-rounders: Akhil M S, Ghanashyam A, Abdul Basith
Bowlers: Ibnul Aftab, Pavan Raj, Sijomon Joseph

Captain: Abdul Basith
Vice-captain: Asif Ali

KOY vs ERL Match 26 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: S Sanjeev, Sanjay Raj
Batters: Govind Pai, Preethish Pawan, Asif Ali
All-rounders: Akhil M S, Naresh Nair, Abdul Basith
Bowlers: Ibnul Aftab, Jithu Abraham, Sijomon Joseph

Captain: Govind Pai
Vice-captain: Sijomon Joseph

KOY vs ERL Match 26 Expert Advice

The spinners have been more successful than the pacers at this venue. Hence, picking up spinners for your fantasy team should be a good idea, and also selecting quality all-rounders will be beneficial on this ground.

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