Published on: Mar 13, 2026 12:57 pm IST | Updated on: Mar 13, 2026 1:04 pm IST
The reigning Legends League Cricket champions, Southern Super Stars, are all set to kick off their title defense against the Konark Suryas Odisha in match 3 of LLC 2026. Both teams are set to play their first game of the season and will be hoping to get going on the points table with a win here. The Super Stars would be hoping to kick off their title defense on a positive note. A rerun of last edition’s final is upon us, and expect this game to be a humdinger. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 3rd match of Legends League Cricket (LLC) 2026, KSO vs SSS at the Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science Ground, Coimbatore.
Both the Konark Suryas and Southern Super Stars have some legendary names in their lineup. Interestingly, both teams are led by two of India’s greatest off-spinners: Harbhajan Singh captains the Super Stars, while Ravichandran Ashwin leads the Suryas. It is going to be a competitive battle between the two sides, but the win probability meter might slightly lean in favor of the reigning champions Super Stars. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 3rd match of Legends League Cricket (LLC) 2026, KSO vs SSS at the Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science Ground, Coimbatore.
KSO: 44% win chance SSS: 56% win chance
Martin Guptill is perhaps the best batter in Southern Super Stars lineup. He will be responsible for giving Super Stars a quick start.
The explosive Yusuf Pathan will be one of the key wickets in the middle order for the Super Stars. Expect fireworks from the Indian veteran.
The West Indies top-order batter is expected to open the innings for Konark. He will be responsible for providing a brisk start.
Former West Indian batter Jermaine Blackwood will be batting in the middle order for the Suryas. He will be providing stability with aggression in Suryas' batting lineup.
Check out our prediction for the KSO vs SSS Legends League Cricket 2026, Match 3.
The Konark Suryas Odisha enter the upcoming clash with a heavy burden—they have never managed to defeat the Southern Super Stars. Led by the experienced Ravichandran Ashwin, the Suryas boast a squad packed with international pedigree and domestic talent, yet history has not been kind to them in this rivalry.
This season, however, offers a fresh opportunity. With seasoned campaigners like Ross Taylor, Ben Dunk, Jermaine Blackwood, and Rayad Emrit, the batting unit has both stability and firepower. The presence of spinners such as Piyush Chawla, Malinda Pushpakumara, and the skipper himself adds depth to their bowling attack, complementing the pace options of Miguel Cummins, Ankit Rajpoot, and Monu Kumar.
Ashwin’s leadership will be crucial in breaking the psychological barrier against the Super Stars. The Suryas have the tools to challenge their rivals, explosive batting, versatile all-rounders, and a balanced bowling lineup. Fans will be eager to see if this is the moment when Odisha finally turns the tide and ends their winless streak against the Southern Super Stars.
The Southern Super Stars have enjoyed complete supremacy over the Konark Suryas Odisha, winning all three of their previous encounters. As they prepare for the next clash, the Stars will be determined to make it four in a row, reinforcing their dominance in this rivalry.
Led by the experienced Harbhajan Singh, the squad is stacked with match-winners. Martin Guptill brings explosive power at the top, while Dinesh Karthik and Saurabh Tiwary add middle-order stability. The presence of Dilshan Munaweera provides versatility, capable of both anchoring and accelerating depending on the situation.
On the bowling front, the Stars boast a balanced attack. Hamid Hassan and Sidharth Trivedi offer pace options, while Harbhajan’s spin, supported by Sarajit Ladda and Adeesha Thilanchana, ensures control in the middle overs. Their ability to combine batting firepower with disciplined bowling has been the key to their unbeaten run against the Suryas.
With confidence high and momentum on their side, the Southern Super Stars will look to dominate once again, aiming to extend their streak and cement their reputation as one of the most formidable teams in the competition. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 3 KSO won: 0 SSS won: 3 No Result: 0
In 3 meetings between the two teams, the Southern Super Stars have sheerly dominated their counterparts, winning all three games.
How will the two teams, i.e., the Konark Suryas Odisha and Southern Super Stars, fare in the 3rd match of LLC 2026? Let’s take a look.
Ben Dunk (WK), Kennar Lewis, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Ross Taylor, Jermaine Blackwood, Ravichandran Ashwin (C), Rayad Emrit, Jesal Karia, Piyush Chawla, Ankit Rajpoot, Miguel Cummins/Malinda Pushpakumara
Martin Guptill, Shreevats Goswami, Dinesh Karthik (WK), Dilshan Munaweera, Yusuf Pathan, Harbhajan Singh (C), Hamid Hassan, Sudeep Tyagi, Sidharth Trivedi, Sarabjit Ladda
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 3rd match of Legends League Cricket 2026 between Southern Super Stars and Konark Suryas Odisha at Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science Ground, Coimbatore:
At Coimbatore, the dry pitch and expected dew later in the evening make chasing the safer option. The captain winning the toss is likely to opt for bowling first, aiming to restrict the opposition and then capitalize on easier batting conditions under lights.
The online live streaming of the 3rd LLC 2026 match between the Royal Riders Punjab and India Tigers will take place live on the SonyLIV and FanCode App. TV viewers can watch the match live on the Sony Sports Network channels.
The Konark Suryas of Odisha have never defeated the Southern Super Stars in LLC history. The Super Stars will look to maintain their dominance over Suryas and register their 4th win over this opposition. Many sportsbooks have tipped Super Stars to win this fixture, and we are backing them too. Therefore, as per our prediction, Southern Super Stars are expected to win the LLC 2026 Match 3 KSO vs SSS.
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