HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Bengal Pro T20 League 2025, Match 8

In the eighth match of the Bengal Pro T20 League 2025, Harbour Diamonds will face Sobisco Smashers Malda at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. Both teams have already begun their season's campaign and have registered their first victories in previous games. So the upcoming match between these two teams will be crucial in determining who will maintain their winning streak and register their second consecutive victory.

HD vs SSM Match Preview:

In the previous match, HD faced Murshidabad Kings in the fifth match, defeating MK by 5 wickets while chasing 151 runs and earning their first two points of the tournament. SSM won easily against Shrachi Rarh Tigers in their previous match, defeating SRT by a mere two runs. With that win, SSM entered the competition and began their campaign, recording their first victory after losing the first game.

So, it will be interesting to see how both of these teams make their tactics, as both will want to give their all in the upcoming match and secure their second consecutive victory of the tournament.

Match Details:

HD vs SSM Head-to-Head Records: (Total matches played: 01)

If we look at the head-to-head record between HD and SSM, we can see that both teams have only played each other once, and that was in the last season of the Bengal Pro T20 league, when SSM outperformed HD and took the lead in this rivalry. So, in the next match, HD will try to tie the score by defeating SSM, while SSM will try to increase the gap in their Dream11 head-to-head record against HD to 2-0.

HD vs SSM Weather Report & Pitch Report:

The weather in Kolkata for the 8th match of the Bengal Pro T20 League 2025 between HD and SSM, seems not to be favorable. Rain is predicted on a match day, with a 57% chance of precipitation and a temperature of around 31°C.
This pitch is known as bat-friendly throughout the game. Batters are favored in both innings. The pitch is completely flat, with plenty of runs and little assistance for bowlers, and the ground dimensions are relatively big. According to the pitch's overall statistics, teams that bat first have scored an average of 180 runs. So, given this pitch, it is best to field first and chase the target in the second inning, restricting the opponent to the chasable target. As there is the possibility of dew in the second inning. Previous records highlight that the team that batted second performed better at this venue.

Record of chasing teams in this stadium:

According to previous T20 statistics, Eden Gardens has hosted 169 T20 games. Of those, the team that fielded first won 89 matches, contributing for almost 52%, while the team that batted first won 78. This clearly showed that, if the toss was won, field first could be a viable option at this ground.

HD vs SSM Toss Prediction

We expect SRT captain Writtick Chatterjee to win the toss and, based on previous statistics of this ground, he will look to field first on this ground. Because fielding first after winning the toss could be the key to success on this pitch.

HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction Playing 11:

Harbour Diamonds Playing 11:

Manoj Tiwary (c), Chandrahas Dash, Priyank Patel (wk), Subham Sarkar, Dipanjan Mukherjee, Vishal Bhati, Pradeep Kumar, Kaushik Maity, Prayas Ray Barman, Geet Puri, Rahul Prasad, Abhishek Raman.

Sobisco Smashers Malda Playing 11:

Kaif Ahmed (wk), Arjun Bhardwaj, Viraj Singh-I, Shuvam Dey, Avilin Ghosh, Writtick Chatterjee (c), Akhil, Ishan Porel, Ramesh Prasad, Brijesh Sharma, Gitmoy Basu.

HD vs SSM Dream11 Team Today Stats:

• Chandrahas Dash is a top-order batter for HD who scored 61 runs off 51 balls in the previous match against MK.
• Geet Puri bowled an incredible spell in the previous match, taking two wickets in four overs while conceding runs at a rate of 3.75.
• Akhil bowled brilliantly against SRT, dismissing all three batters and troubling them with his bowling variations.
• Shuvman Dey played an important knock in the previous match, where he got his team off to a quick start in the second inning, scoring 43 runs off only 25 balls, including four boundaries and three maximums.

Captaincy Picks for HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction:

Chandrahas Dash and Shuvam Dey are both crucial batters from HD and SSM, respectively, who can play at a higher strike rate and change the game with their batting abilities, making them the most dangerous players who can earn you a lot of Dream11 points as a fantasy team captain.

Top Picks for HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction:

Geet Puri and Akhil appear to be in good form right now, as they bowled well for their respective teams and did an excellent job with the ball, which is why we selected them as Dream11 top picks in the upcoming match.

Budget Picks for HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction:

Subham Sarkar and Brijesh Sharma are both right-arm pacers with lethal pace and bounce that may trouble batters in the upcoming match, and both bowlers could take advantage to take wickets and help you earn Dream11 points as budget picks.

HD vs SSM Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:

Captain Options: Chandrahas Dash & Shuvam Dey

Chandrahas is a consistent top-order batsman who scored 61 runs in his previous match. As an anchor and aggressive run-scorer, he can play long innings while earning consistent Dream11 points. His ability to perform under pressure makes him a viable captaincy candidate.
Shuvam is a hard-hitting opener who scored 43 runs off just 25 balls in the previous game, smashing boundaries and sixes effortlessly. His aggressive approach lets him to score big runs quickly, making him an ideal captain in fantasy cricket.

Vice-Captain Options: Geet Puri & Akhil

Geet is in excellent bowling form, picking up two wickets while keeping runs to a minimum with an economy of 3.75. He's dependable with the ball and can earn you consistent points with wickets and a low economy rate, which is why he is a safe and wise vice-captain pick.

Akhil was outstanding in the last game, taking three wickets. His variations bothered the batters, and he seems to be in good rhythm. Bowlers who take multiple wickets can be game changers in fantasy cricket, so Akhil is an excellent vice-captain option.

HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction Team 1:

• Keeper: Priyank Patel
• Batters: Shuvam Dey, Chandrahas Dash, Viraj Krishna
• All-rounders: Writtick Chatterjee, Akhil, Subham Sarkar

• Bowlers: Ishan Porel, Kaushik Maity, Geet Puri, Brijesh Sharma

  

HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction Team 2:

• Keeper: Gitmoy Basu
• Batters: Shuvam Dey, Chandrahas Dash, Viraj Krishna, Vishal Bhati
• All-rounders: Writtick Chatterjee, Akhil, Subham Sarkar, Pradeep Kumar

• Bowlers: Ishan Porel, Kaushik Maity, Geet Puri, Ramesh Prasad

  

HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 4) Bengal Pro T20 League 2025 Players to Avoid:

Abhishek Raman and Arjun Singh are both young and talented batting options for HD and SSM respectively, but their batting abilities didn't help them to perform well in this tournament. As a result, they haven’t played any big innings so far, so avoid picking them for your Dream11 fantasy team today.

HD vs SSM Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 4) Bengal Pro T20 2025 Expert Advice:

Captaincy Choice:

Chandrahas is in great form with the bat. As a top-order batter, he gets to face more balls and score big. His consistency makes him a safe and effective captain pick.

Vice-Captaincy Choice:

Akhil’s ability to break partnerships and bowl with control makes him an excellent vice-captain option who can contribute valuable fantasy points through bowling.

Punt Picks:

Kaushik Maity and Viraj Krishna are two of the most valuable players from HD and SSM, with the ability to set the tone of the match with their batting and bowling skills, which they have already proven in previous matches, which is why we selected them as a dream11 punt pick who could help you earn a lot of points in the HD vs SSM Dream11 prediction team.

This HD vs SSM Dream11 team today includes the balanced combination of 1-3-3-4, including 1 wicketkeeper, 3 batters, 3 all-rounders, and 4 bowlers.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, Calculated odds, and Past Experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss for the users following the analysis.