Kerala Blasters vs Jamshedpur Predictions

Kerala Blasters will face Jamshedpur at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on March 1, 2025, in a crucial Indian Super League matchup, as Round 20 brings together two teams vying for postseason supremacy. Kerala Blasters, under Ivan Vukomanović, are projected to sit 4th with around 38 points from 19 matches as of February 27, 2025, following a 3-2 win over Mumbai City (Feb 23, 2025), aiming to leverage their fortress-like home support. Jamshedpur, managed by Scott Cooper, are expected to be 3rd with approximately 40 points, buoyed by a 2-1 victory over Hyderabad (Feb 23, 2025), looking to solidify their playoff position. This expert prediction explores team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to answer: Who will win Kerala Blasters vs Jamshedpur in this ISL clash?

Team Form & Recent Performances

Kerala Blasters

2024/25 Record (Projected as of Feb 27): 11W, 5D, 3L (38 points, 4th in ISL)
Latest Result: 3-2 win vs. Mumbai City (Feb 23, 2025)
Home Form: 7W, 2D, 1L (24 goals scored, 12 conceded)

Kerala Blasters have been in fine form this season, with their thrilling 3-2 victory over Mumbai City marking their third win in four league games (3W, 0D, 1L) as of February 27, 2025. Projected at 38 points from 19 matches, their last home win—a 2-0 triumph over Punjab FC (Feb 15, 2025)—underscores their strength at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. At home, they’ve averaged 2.40 goals scored and 1.20 conceded per game, showcasing a potent attack bolstered by a passionate crowd that could challenge Jamshedpur’s resolve.

Jamshedpur

2024/25 Record (Projected as of Feb 27): 12W, 4D, 3L (40 points, 3rd in ISL)
Latest Result: 2-1 win vs. Hyderabad (Feb 23, 2025)
Away Form: 6W, 2D, 2L (18 goals scored, 11 conceded)

Jamshedpur have been a consistent force, projected at 40 points from 19 matches as of February 27, 2025. Their 2-1 win over Hyderabad, with goals from Jordan Murray and Rei Tachikawa, marked their fourth win in five league games (4W, 1D, 0L), reinforcing their playoff credentials. On the road, they’ve averaged 1.80 goals scored and 1.10 conceded per game, balancing attacking flair with defensive solidity, making them a formidable opponent even at Kerala’s intimidating venue.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

Overall Record: Kerala Blasters 5W, Jamshedpur 4W, 6D (15 meetings since 2018)
Recent Meetings:

• Dec 8, 2024: Jamshedpur 1-1 Kerala Blasters (ISL)

• Apr 13, 2024: Kerala Blasters 2-1 Jamshedpur (ISL)

• Feb 10, 2024: Jamshedpur 3-0 Kerala Blasters (ISL)

Key Trend: Kerala Blasters are unbeaten in their last 3 meetings (2W, 1D); 3 of the last 5 H2Hs went over 2.5 goals.

The rivalry has been tight, with their December 2024 clash ending in a 1-1 draw at Jamshedpur, showcasing competitiveness. Kerala Blasters’ 2-1 home win in April 2024, led by Adrian Luna’s brilliance, highlights their edge at Kochi, though Jamshedpur’s 3-0 rout in February 2024 proves their upset potential. Matches have averaged 2.6 goals in their last five encounters, suggesting a lively contest could unfold.

Key Players to Watch

Kerala Blasters

• Jesús Jiménez (FWD): 9 goals in 2024/25; Kerala’s top scorer and clinical finisher.

• Adrian Luna (MID): 5 goals, 7 assists; creative heartbeat of the team.

• Sachin Suresh (GK): 5 clean sheets; emerging talent in goal.

Jamshedpur

• Jordan Murray (FWD): 10 goals in 2024/25; Jamshedpur’s leading scorer and aerial threat.

• Rei Tachikawa (MID): 6 goals, 4 assists; dynamic playmaker with flair.

• TP Rehenesh (GK): 6 clean sheets; key to defensive stability.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

Kerala Blasters’ 4-2-3-1 (1.89 goals per game) thrives on Jiménez’s finishing and Luna’s vision, testing Jamshedpur’s defense (1.05 goals conceded per game). Jamshedpur’s 4-3-3 (1.79 goals per game) relies on Murray’s hold-up play and Tachikawa’s transitions, exploiting Kerala’s backline (1.26 goals conceded per game). Kerala’s Hormipam Ruivah (doubtful, knock) and Jamshedpur’s Imran Khan (questionable, fatigue) may affect lineups, with Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium’s 40,000-strong crowd adding intensity to this showdown.

Prediction: Kerala Blasters vs Jamshedpur

Our Prediction: Total Goal - Over 2.5