Cricket Match Prediction | T20 Mumbai 2025 | Bandra Blasters vs Eagle Thane Strikers | Match – 06 | June 05 – NaMo Bandra Blasters and Eagle Thane Strikers Clash in High-Stakes Unbeaten Showdown at Wankhede

BB vs ETS Match Analysis

The sixth match of the T20 Mumbai League 2025 is set to feature an exciting contest between the NaMo Bandra Blasters and the Eagle Thane Strikers. Scheduled for Thursday, June 5, 2025, the match will commence at 2:00 PM IST at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Both teams are eager to secure a victory and strengthen their positions in the tournament standings.

The NaMo Bandra Blasters made a powerful statement in their opening fixture of the T20 Mumbai 2025, registering a dominant win that not only earned them two points but also gave them the best net run rate in the tournament so far (+2.000). Their clinical performance in all departments of the game highlighted their strength and balance as a unit.

Eagle Thane Strikers, too, opened their campaign on a winning note, collecting two points with a solid performance that showcased both flair and discipline. Their current net run rate of +0.412 reflects a competitive edge, though they will be eager to push that even higher with a strong result in the upcoming match.

BB vs ETS Team Preview & Squads

Bandra Blasters

Playing in the comfort of their home ground, the Bandra Blasters will be eager to make the most of the familiar conditions. Their emphatic win in the opening match highlighted the depth and balance of their squad.

After choosing to bat first, the Blasters posted a strong total of 171 in their 20 overs. Suved Parkar laid a steady foundation with a patient 35 off 35 balls, before Shyamsundar Keshkamat and Dhrumil Matkar accelerated the innings. Matkar was the standout performer, smashing 52 off just 23 deliveries at an explosive strike rate of 226 to give his team a commanding position.

In response, the BB’s bowling unit ensured a comfortable defence. They dismantled the North Mumbai Panthers for only 131, with both opposition openers—including the dangerous Prithvi Shaw—dismissed inside two overs. Six batters were dismissed for single digits as NBB’s bowlers ran riot. Karsh Kothari starred with the ball, claiming 3 for 17, while Royston Dias and Dhanit Raut chipped in with two wickets each. Under the leadership of Akash Anand, the Blasters will be full of confidence heading into their second home fixture against the Eagle Thane Strikers.

Bandra Blasters’ Squads

Bandra Blasters’ Squads

Shyamsundar Keshkamat, Tushar Singh, Dhrumil Matkar, Atif Attarwala, Ajinkya Rahane, Sagarr Chhabriaa, Vikrant Auti, Akash Anand, Parth Ankolekar, Karsh Kothari, Naman Pushpak, Suved Parkar, Dhanit Raut, Atharva Poojari, Rihit Patwal, Rahul Sawant, Royston Dias  

Eagle Thane Strikers

The Eagle Thane Strikers head into their second fixture of the T20 Mumbai League 2025 riding high on confidence. Fresh off a nail-biting five-wicket win over the Triumph Knights Mumbai North East, ETS will now take on the in-form NaMo Bandra Blasters at the Wankhede Stadium—famous for its flat track and high-scoring games.

In their previous outing, ETS chased down a stiff target of 180 with poise, finishing at 181/5 in 19.2 overs. The run chase was anchored by Varun Lavande, who struck a fluent 57 off 38 balls, while Sairaj Patil’s explosive unbeaten 47 off just 22 deliveries earned him the Player of the Match honors. Their stand proved crucial after a brief middle-order collapse.

On the bowling side, ETS picked up only three wickets through their bowlers, but their sharp fielding turned the game, pulling off four run outs at critical junctures whenever the opposition tried to wrest back control. With that thrilling win under their belt and momentum in their favor, the Strikers will be aiming to carry their form into this high-stakes clash, even though they’ll be away from home.

Eagle Thane Strikers’ Squads

Eagle Thane Strikers’ Squads

Shardul Thakur (Captain), Harsh Tanna, Onkar Tukaram Tarmale, Aryan Chauhan, Ajit Yadav, Shashikant Kadam, Amartya Raje, Ankur Singh, Shivansh Lallan Singh, Kaushik Chikhalikar, Aaryaraj Sanjay Nikam, Nutan Kumar Goel, Varun Lavande, Atharva Ankolekar, Anish Mukund Chaudhery, Sairaj Patil, Harsh Naresh Salunkhe, Shashank Attarde    

Bandra Blasters vs Eagle Thane Strikers outfield report

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Due to the dew factor in evening matches, which can make bowling difficult in the second innings, teams that win the toss at Wankhede Stadium sometimes choose to field first. At this location, chasing teams have historically had a greater success rate. Here, the side that wins the toss should bowl first.

It is anticipated that Wankhede Stadium will experience hot, muggy weather on June 5, 2025. A high of 33°C and a low of 26°C are predicted per the forecast. Hazy sunshine is expected throughout the day, and there is a 25% chance of precipitation. High levels of humidity are anticipated.

The Wankhede Stadium pitch in Mumbai is widely known for favoring batters, featuring reliable bounce and short boundaries that encourage attacking shots.

Bandra Blasters vs Eagle Thane Strikers Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

They only met once, in which ETS won the match.

Bandra Blasters vs Eagle Thane Strikers Prediction

Cricket analysts predict the Bandra Blasters have a 55% chance of winning.