### Roster Rundown
Chaika Nizhny Novgorod is banking on their leading scorer, Ivan Petrov, who’s been lighting the lamp with a tally of 45 points this season. His knack for netting goals, especially when the game's on the line, makes him a force to reckon with. Meanwhile, defenseman Maxim Romanov, with 25 assists, plays a pivotal role in setting up plays and guarding their zone. Adding depth to the roster is forward Alexei Sokolov, who’s chipped in with 30 points, providing crucial support in crunch time. Between the pipes, they’ve got Andrei Vasiliev, boasting a solid .920 save percentage. Missing from the lineup, though, are key players Sergei Kuznetsov, out with an injury, and veteran forward Dmitry Ivanov, serving a suspension.
Mamonty Yugry Khanty-Mansiysk counts on their own sharpshooter, Pavel Morozov, who’s racked up 50 points. His ability to read the game and deliver under pressure makes him indispensable. On defense, Viktor Smirnov, with 20 assists, anchors the blue line, adept at both blocking shots and initiating counterattacks. Forward Dmitry Orlov has contributed 35 points, often stepping up in tight situations. Goalie Yegor Titov, with a .915 save percentage, is the backbone of their defense. The team will miss key forward Mikhail Kozlov, sidelined by injury, and defenseman Alexey Ivanov, who’s unavailable for personal reasons.
### Head-to-Head
In their storied past, these two have locked horns plenty of times. Chaika Nizhny Novgorod edged out Mamonty Yugry 2-1 [April 2025], but not without a fight. Mamonty Yugry had previously taken the upper hand with a 2-1 victory [April 2025]. Before that, it was a Chaika triumph, winning 5-4 [March 2025]. This rivalry's been a seesaw, both sides swinging and missing, landing and scoring.
### Recent Form
Chaika Nizhny Novgorod's been on a roll, claiming victory over Mamonty Yugry 1-2, but slipping in the rematch, losing 2-1. They’ve shown resilience against Belye Medvedi, winning three straight games (4-5, 3-5, 2-1).
Mamonty Yugry Khanty-Mansiysk, meanwhile, outlasted Stalnye Lisy in three back-to-back games, squeezing out wins of 2-3, 3-2, and 1-0. They’ve been in a tussle with Chaika, splitting their last two meetings.
### Wrap-Up
Chaika's offensive firepower, spearheaded by Petrov, is matched by Mamonty's Morozov. With both teams missing key players, depth may play a crucial role. Chaika's recent victories over Belye Medvedi give them momentum, but Mamonty's grit against Stalnye Lisy shows they're no pushover. The head-to-head is tight, with Chaika holding a slight edge in their recent clash.
### Summary
In this neck-and-neck contest, expect a heated battle where every puck possession counts. Chaika’s offensive arsenal, led by Petrov, looks poised to capitalize on Mamonty Yugry's defensive lapses. Yet, Mamonty Yugry, with their own scoring threats and recent form, could spring a surprise if they stick to their game plan. With both teams eager to assert dominance, this matchup promises a thrilling display of skill and tenacity on the ice.
Match Odds Chaika Nizhny Nov. – Mamonty Yugry Khanty Mansiysk
Leon's odds are 1.12 on Chaika Nizhny Nov. winning at home.
At this moment our odds are equal to 19 on Mamonty Yugry Khanty Mansiysk visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 5.2.
