Karnataka is favored to win against Tamil Nadu with odds around 1.75, thanks to their recent record-breaking 413-run chase against Jharkhand in Ahmedabad and strong batting form led by key players like Devdutt Padikkal, while Tamil Nadu relies on their historical edge but recent Syed Mushtaq Ali group stage losses with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match starts at 3:30 AM UTC on December 29, 2025, which is approximately 9:00 AM IST, aligning with typical Vijay Hazare Trophy scheduling in India.

The match is at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka, a batting paradise with a capacity of 40,000 known for high-scoring games and hosting Karnataka's dominant home performances.

Prediction favors Karnataka victory with moneyline odds of 1.75 on DexWin, supported by their superior recent List A chases including 413 vs Jharkhand and 383 vs Mumbai, outpacing Tamil Nadu's inconsistent form despite past high totals like 506 against Arunachal.

In head-to-head Vijay Hazare Trophy encounters, Karnataka holds a slight edge with 5 wins in the last 10 meetings against Tamil Nadu's 4 wins and 1 draw; recent matches average 320 runs with Karnataka's batsmen averaging 3.2 runs per over.