Konark Surya Odisha players, Konark Surya, Odisha, will challenge India Tigers in the eighth match of the Legends Cricket League 2026 on August 18.th March 7:30 pm IST.
Get the best KSO vs ING Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for 8.th Legends Cricket League 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
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KSO vs ING Match Preview:
Legends League Cricket 2026 continues its intense action as Konark Surya Odisha gets set to take on India Tigers in Match 8. This important encounter is scheduled on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM IST at Captain Roop Singh Stadium, Gwalior. With both teams currently level on points in mid-table, this fixture presents a prime opportunity for one side to break through and secure a top-three spot in the standings.
Meanwhile, historical data hints at a new competitive chapter as these two entities meet for the first time in the 2026 season. While individual players share an international rivalry dating back decades, the franchises come into this encounter with a 0-0 tie. Therefore, the winner of this Gwalior Showdown will establish early statistical dominance in this specific matchup.
Konark Surya Odisha are currently placed fifth on the points table with 2 points, having recorded one win and one loss in their two matches. They arrived in Gwalior looking to bounce back from their recent defeat against Royal Riders Punjab. The team is heavily dependent on the all-round talent of Jessel Kariya and the leadership of Jermaine Blackwood. Additionally, the bowling department has the experience of Ankit Rajput and Miguel Cummins, both of whom will look to use the evening dew factor to their advantage. Additionally, the team will be looking to replicate the clinical form that they displayed during the opening day win over India Captains.
However, India Tigers are slightly above their opponents in second place with 2 points, currently topping the mid-table pack due to a better net run rate of +0.075. They come into this encounter after a mixed start to the campaign, but remain a formidable force due to the presence of captain Tillakaratne Dilshan and the explosive Pawan Negi. Furthermore, the Tigers’ middle-order has been strengthened by the form of Kuldeep Hooda, who has shown the ability to handle the innings under pressure. Furthermore, their bowling attack, led by Abu Nechim, intends to exploit the bounce of the Gwalior surface to dismantle Odisha’s top order.
Therefore, both the legendary teams will fight tooth and nail to get an important win and climb up the rankings. Konark Surya Odisha will aim to use their disciplined spin variations to contain the Tigers’ scoring rate during the middle overs. Furthermore, India Tigers intend to take advantage of their batting depth and winning experience to dominate the hosts and seal their place in the top two.
KSO vs ING head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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Konark Suryas Odisha |
0 |
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India Tigers |
0 |
KSO vs ING Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
15°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
169 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
Good |
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Victory % |
68% |
KSO vs ING Playing 11 (Expected):
Konark Suryas Odisha Playing 11:
1) Kenner Lewis
2) Morne van Wyk (wicketkeeper)
3) Jermaine Blackwood ©
4) Chirag Gandhi
5) Jessel Kariya
6) Ross Taylor
7) Ravichandran Ashwin
8) Ankit Rajput
9) Miguel Cummins
10) Malinda Pushpakumara
11) Rituraj Singh
india tigers playing 11: :
1) Kirk Edwards
2) Tillakaratne Dilshan ©
3) Milinda Siriwardana
4) Samit Patel
5)Kuldeep Hooda
6) Jeevan Mendis
7)Pawan Negi
8) Amit Paunikar (Wicketkeeper)
9) Akalanka Ganegama
10) Abu Nechim
11) Sumit Singh
Hot Picks for KSO vs ING Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Morne van Wyk – Right-handed wicketkeeper batsman from Konark Suryas Odisha, who opens the innings and provides strong starts at the top. |
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Pawan Negi – The left-handed batsman from India Tigers also bowls slow left-arm orthodox spin and leads the team with explosive hitting lower down the order. |
Raises up:
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Samit Patel – India Tigers use this right-handed batsman and slow left-arm orthodox spinner as an experienced all-round option. |
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Jessel Kariya – Konark Surya A right-handed batsman from Odisha, he also bowls right-arm off-break and contributes as a dependable middle-order all-rounder. |
Budget Selection:
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Malinda Pushpakumara – Konark Surya The right-handed batsman from Odisha also bowls slow left-arm orthodox spin and strengthens the team as a key spin option. |
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Jermaine Blackwood – Konark Surya Odisha rely on this right-handed batsman who also bowls right-arm off-break and leads the team while stabilizing the top order. |
KSO vs ING Legends Cricket League 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
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captain |
Pawan Negi and Morne Van Wyk |
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vice captain |
Jessel Karia and Samit Patel |
KSO vs ING Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- The Keepers – Morne van Wyk
- Batsmen- Tillakaratne Dilshan, Krunal Hooda
- All-rounders – Samit Patel, Jeevan Mendis, Pawan Negi©, Jesse Karia (Vice Captain), Saurin Thakar
- Bowlers- Shadab Jakati, Abu Nechim, Ankit Rajput

KSO vs ING Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- The Keepers – Morne van Wyk ©
- Batsmen – Tillakaratne Dilshan, Jermaine Blackwood, Krunal Hooda
- All-rounders – Samit Patel (Vice Captain), Pawan Negi, Malinda Pushpakumara, Jesal Kariya, Saurin Thakar
- Bowlers- Shadab Jakati, Ankit Rajput

KSO vs ING Dream11 Prediction Today Match 8 Legends Cricket League 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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K.Prajapati |
6.0 credit |
No |
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A Singh |
6.5 credits |
No |
KSO vs ING Dream11 Prediction Today Match 8 Legends Cricket League 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Pawan Negi |
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gl captaincy option |
Morne Van Wyk |
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choice of punt |
Jermaine Blackwood and Malinda Pushpakumara |
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dream11 combination |
1-2-5-3 |
KSO vs ING Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the team combination, Indian Tigers are expected to win this match.


