Pune Panthers vs Maharashtra Tycoons Dream11 Prediction Today – Match 3 Legends Pro T20 2026
The World Legends Pro T20 League 2026 features a nostalgic and entertaining Match 3 as Pune Panthers (PPT) take on Maharashtra Tycoons (MRT) at the 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa. This league brings together many retired international stars and T20 legends, giving cricket fans a chance to relive classic matchups. Every player has the potential to score big fantasy points in this T20 format.
Match Details
| Match | Pune Panthers vs Maharashtra Tycoons – 3rd Match |
|---|---|
| Tournament | World Legends Pro T20 League 2026 |
| Match Type | T20 |
| Date | 27 January 2026 |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium, Goa |
| Format | T20 |
Pitch Report – 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium, Goa
The pitch at the 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa tends to be batter-friendly, with batters able to find boundaries early if timing is right. Bowlers who vary pace and bowl tight lines, especially in the powerplay and death overs, can still make an impact. Overall, high team totals and explosive innings are common in this format.
Pune Panthers vs Maharashtra Tycoons Probable Playing XI (Updated Real Names)
(Final XI will be confirmed after the toss)
🐯 Pune Panthers (PPT) – Probable XI
- Kieron Pollard (C) – T20 legend known for big hits
- Robin Uthappa (WK) – Dependable top-order batter
- Martin Guptill – Explosive opener
- Samiullah Shinwari – Hard-hitting middle order
- Upul Tharanga – Veteran opening batter
- Dwayne Bravo – All-rounder (bat + bowl)
- Shane Watson – All-rounder with finishing ability
- Amit Mishra – Leg-spin wizard
- Asad Pathan – Medium pace + lower order power
- Ishwar Pandey – Pacer with swing
- Ankit Rajpoot – Seam bowling option
(Plus other squad players like Faiz Fazal, Priyank Panchal, Rahul Yadav, Kamau Leverock)
🦁 Maharashtra Tycoons (MRT) – Probable XI
- Dinesh Karthik (C) (WK) – Veteran keeper-batter
- Chris Gayle – Big hitter at top order
- Shaun Marsh – Reliable T20 runs
- Sir Alastair Cook – Experienced batter
- Stuart Binny – All-round presence
- Carlos Brathwaite – Six-hitting all-rounder
- Nathan Coulter-Nile – Pace option
- Dale Steyn – Strike fast bowler
- Peter Siddle – Seam bowling experience
- Rahul Sharma – Spin option
- Pawan Suyal – Left-arm pace
(Other squad names include Praveen Gupta, Baltej Singh)
Pune Panthers vs Maharashtra Tycoons Dream11 Fantasy Tips
This match features plenty of big hitters and all-rounders, making it ideal for fantasy cricket. In T20 games — especially Legends Pro leagues — players who can contribute across batting, bowling, and fielding tend to score the highest Dream11 points.
⭐ Best Fantasy Strategy
- Pick top-order batters who can score quickly
- Include all-rounders for dual scoring points
- Bowlers who can take early wickets or bowl at the death should be prioritized
- Captain and Vice-Captain selections should be consistent point gettters
🔥 Top Dream11 Picks – Match 3
🏏 Best Batters
- Kieron Pollard (PPT) – Explosive T20 batter with big hitting potential
- Martin Guptill (PPT) – Consistent run scorer at the top
- Chris Gayle (MRT) – Match-winner with the bat
🌀 Best All-Rounders
- Dwayne Bravo (PPT) – Can take wickets and score quick runs
- Stuart Binny (MRT) – Useful with bat and ball
- Carlos Brathwaite (MRT) – All-round fantasy asset
🎯 Best Bowlers
- Dale Steyn (MRT) – Strike fast bowler
- Amit Mishra (PPT) – Spin threat in middle overs
- Nathan Coulter-Nile (MRT) – Seam bowling impact
🏆 Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
🥇 Best Captain Options
- Kieron Pollard – High ceiling for fantasy points
- Chris Gayle – Big hitter, safe for captaincy
- Dwayne Bravo – All-rounder boost
🥈 Best Vice-Captain Picks
- Martin Guptill
- Carlos Brathwaite
- Amit Mishra
Dream11 Team Prediction
🟢 Small League Dream11 Team (Safe)
WK: Robin Uthappa
BAT: Martin Guptill (C), Chris Gayle (VC), Samiullah Shinwari
ALL-R: Dwayne Bravo, Stuart Binny, Carlos Brathwaite
BOWL: Dale Steyn, Amit Mishra, Nathan Coulter-Nile
🟠 Grand League Dream11 Team (Risky)
WK: Dinesh Karthik
BAT: Kieron Pollard (C), Upul Tharanga, Shaun Marsh
ALL-R: Shane Watson, Stuart Binny (VC), Carlos Brathwaite
BOWL: Dale Steyn, Ishwar Pandey, Pawan Suyal
PP vs MT Match Prediction
This Legends Pro T20 game looks poised for a high-scoring thriller given the firepower in both batting lineups. Maharashtra Tycoons (MRT) hold a slight edge because of a deeper batting order and strike bowlers like Dale Steyn and Nathan Coulter-Nile, but Pune Panthers (PPT) have explosive hitters like Pollard and Guptill who can turn the game too.
Prediction: Maharashtra Tycoons (MRT) likely to win — but expect a close contest.
Fantasy Cricket Strategy Tips
- Confirm playing XI after toss before locking Dream11 team
- Balance your team with batters + all-rounders for maximum points
- Wicket-taking bowlers and finishers earn extra fantasy credit
