The Vijay Hazare Trophy is heating up, and we have a David vs. Goliath battle on our hands. The powerhouse Mumbai squad is set to lock horns with a spirited Uttarakhand side at the Anantam Ground in Jaipur. If you are building your teams for My11Circle, this is a match you cannot ignore, especially with the kind of form the big names are in.

Match Details

• Match: Mumbai vs Uttarakhand (MUM vs UT)
• Series: Vijay Hazare Trophy
• Venue: Anantam Ground, Jaipur
• Date: 26th December 2025
• Time: 09:00 AM IST

Pitch Report: Anantam Ground, Jaipur

If you love batting friendly fantasy contests, this is the venue for you. The Anantam Ground has been a paradise for batters recently.

• Average Score: The last match here saw an average of 321.5 runs. Expect a 300+ total if Mumbai bats first.
• Pace vs. Spin: The stats are clear Pacers are dominating here with 8 wickets in the last game compared to just 3 for spinners. The pitch offers good bounce for fast bowlers, but once the batter is set, runs flow easily.

Weather Conditions

Jaipur in late December is pleasant but chilly in the mornings. Expect temperatures around 14°C at the start, rising to 24°C by the afternoon. It will be a sunny day with no chance of rain. The cool morning air might help the seamers early on, but the conditions are perfect for cricket.

Team News & Injury Updates

Mumbai: Mumbai is coming off a solid win against Sikkim. Their batting lineup is stacked, led by the Indian skipper himself. They are unlikely to tinker much with a winning combination.

Uttarakhand: Uttarakhand had a tough outing against Himachal recently but showed grit. They rely heavily on their all rounders to balance the side against a strong Mumbai unit.

Key Players to Watch

Mumbai (MUM)

• Rohit Sharma: The Hitman is in terrifying form. He smashed 155 runs in the last game with 18 boundaries. He is a default captaincy choice for your My11Circle teams.
• Shardul Thakur: He is the leading pacer for Mumbai, picking up wickets consistently. With the pitch favoring pacers (8 wickets recently), he is a must have.
• Musheer Khan: A reliable all rounder who contributes with both bat and ball. He scored 27 runs and took a wicket in the last game, giving him a high fantasy floor.
• Angkrish Raghuvanshi: A solid top order batter who scored 38 runs recently. He provides stability if the openers fall early.

Uttarakhand (UKHND)

• Jagadeesha Suchith: The standout performer for his team. He scored 51 runs and took 2 wickets in the last match. His dual role makes him a fantasy goldmine.
• Devendra Singh Bora: The pacer was lethal in the last game, picking up 4 wickets. On a track that supports pace, he is Uttarakhand's best bowling asset.
• Aanjaneya Suryavanshi: He looked good with the bat, scoring a half century (55 runs) in the previous match.

Captaincy & Vice Captaincy Picks

• Safe Captain: Rohit Sharma (MUM)
• Safe Vice Captain: Jagadeesha Suchith (UKHND)
• Differential Pick: Shardul Thakur (MUM) – If Mumbai bowls first, he could run through the lineup.

Fantasy Strategy for My11Circle

1. Load up on Batters: With an average score over 320, you want the top 3 batters from Mumbai.
2. Focus on Pacers: Ignore the spinners slightly for this venue; focus on bowlers like Shardul Thakur and Devendra Singh Bora.
3. The All Rounder Value: Players like Musheer Khan and J Suchith provide points in both innings, which is crucial for the leaderboard.

Good luck with your contests! Make sure to check the final lineups after the toss before locking in your teams.