SAW vs CUT Dream11 Prediction, Final, Odisha Pro T20 League 2025
The grand finale of the Odisha Pro T20 League 2025 is here as Sambalpur Warriors (SAW) take on Cuttack Panthers (CUT) at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack on 26 September 2025. SAW reach the final riding on recent momentum and consistent performances, while CUT Panthers will aim to clinch the title with their balanced squad and deep campaign run. Fantasy and Dream11 cricket managers are watching this showdown closely, as it will decide the champion of the season.
Match Details
- Fixture: SAW vs CUT, Final
- Tournament: Odisha Pro T20 League 2025
- Date & Time: 26 September 2025, 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
Probable Squads / Playing XI
Based on the season squads and final lineup possibilities:
Sambalpur Warriors (SAW)
- Prabin Luha (WK)
- Sarthak S Prakash
- Hemant Rathi
- Rakesh Pattnaik
- Shreyansh Bhardwaj
- Subhranshu Senapati
- Swayam Srivastav
- Aditya Rout
- Rama Behera
- Rohit Pradhan
- Sarthak Panda
- Tarani Sa
- Abhinab Nanda
- Ayush Barik
- Vimal Kumar
- Prayash Singh
- Manas Ranjan Patra
- Priyanshu Mohanty
- Sukhmeet Gills
- Sumit Sharma
Cuttack Panthers (CUT)
- Bikram Samal (WK)
- Gourav Choudhury
- Maroju Prasanth
- Debabrata Pradhan
- Anshuman Bej
- Badal Biswal
- Jayanta Behera
- Abhineet K Patnaik
- Aryashree D Bhatta
- Rajesh Dhupar
- Shubham Priyadarshi
- SK Ajharuddin
- Swagat Mishra
(Note: Final XI may see tweaks depending on team strategy and form.)
Match Preview & Key Battles
- Top-order clash: SAW’s openers vs CUT’s new ball bowlers will set the tone.
- All-round contributions will matter: Players like Subhranshu Senapati (SAW) and Anshuman Bej / Debabrata Pradhan (CUT) can shift the game.
- Spin vs pace balance: Barabati pitch may assist spinners in middle overs, so teams must time spin usage carefully.
- Toss & momentum: Winning toss will be critical — batting first might allow scoreboard pressure, while chasing could exploit pitch behavior under lights.
Key Players to Watch
- Subhranshu Senapati (SAW): Key middle-order batter and possible bowling support.
- Swayam Srivastav (SAW): Can accelerate late and add depth.
- Prabin Luha (SAW, WK): Reliable wicketkeeper-batsman, important at top.
- Gourav Choudhury (CUT): Top-order batter, consistent run-getter.
- Anshuman Bej (CUT): All-round threat with ability to take wickets and score.
- Rajesh Dhupar (CUT): Experienced player who could be a difference-maker.
Fantasy / Dream11 Tips
Captain Picks: Subhranshu Senapati, Gourav Choudhury
Vice-Captain Picks: Swayam Srivastav, Anshuman Bej
Safe Picks: Prabin Luha, Bikram Samal, Rajesh Dhupar
Differential Picks: Swagat Mishra, Vimal Kumar
Team structure suggestion:
- 1 wicketkeeper
- 4–5 batsmen / all-rounders
- 4 bowlers (mix of spin & pace)
SAW vs CUT Prediction – Who Will Win?
SAW have shown consistency, with momentum on their side. CUT, with their balanced squad, will be dangerous if they fire collectively. But SAW’s depth gives them a slight edge heading into the final.
Prediction: Sambalpur Warriors to win by 12–15 runs
Conclusion
The SAW vs CUT final promises excitement, strategy, and high stakes. With both teams bringing a mix of firepower and spin options, the match may turn on pressure moments, fielding, and clutch performances. Fantasy managers should back match-winners and reliable top-order picks. While CUT will fight hard, SAW appear to have the edge in this title decider.
