Published on: Jun 21, 2025 7:25 pm IST|Updated on: Jun 26, 2025 1:53 pm IST
Next up is match 19 of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2025 (TNPL). Defending champions Dindigul Dragons will be in action against the Salem Spartans at the Indian Cement Company Ground in Tirunelveli.
The Dragons and Spartans are eyeing a spot among the playoffs, and as of now Spartans are the closest to getting into the top 4. Currently, the Salem Spartans, with 3 wins and 2 losses from 5 games, are placed second on the points table. Dragons, on the other hand, are currently placed 5th on the table with 2 wins and as many losses from four games.
As of now, Chepauk Super Gillies is the only team to make it to the playoffs, with Salem Spartans eager to join them. Dragons, meanwhile, will need to win at least two of their remaining three fixtures. If they win their remaining fixtures, they will surely make it to the top 4.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the SS vs DD Dream11 prediction.
Date: 22nd June 2025 Time: 3:15 PM IST Venue: Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli
Matches Played: 4 DD won: 2 SS won: 2 No Result: 0 Tied: 0
The Salem Spartans and Dindigul Dragons have locked horns four times in TNPL history, with both teams claiming two wins apiece. It’s been a tightly contested rivalry so far, with neither side able to pull ahead. With the scores level and familiarity running deep, this next encounter promises to be a fierce, evenly matched battle.
The pitch at the Indian Cement Company Ground in Tirunelveli typically offers a balanced contest between bat and ball, but it leans slightly in favor of batters, especially in the first innings. The surface is known for its true bounce and decent pace, allowing stroke-makers to play their shots with confidence. However, as the match progresses, spinners tend to come into play, extracting grip and bounce from the dry surface. Teams batting first have had a slight edge here, with totals in the range of 160–175 often proving competitive. That said, chasing isn’t out of the question if dew sets in during evening games. With both Salem Spartans and Dindigul Dragons possessing quality spin options, the middle overs could be a key battleground. Expect a surface that rewards smart batting and disciplined bowling, especially from those who can adapt to subtle changes in pace and length.
Here are some key TNPL stats for the Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli:
DD Expected Playing XI: Ravichandran Ashwin (c), Shivam Singh, Vimal Khumar, Baba Indrajith (wk), Maan Bafna, M Karthik Saran, Aakaash Sharma, Varun Chakaravarthy, DT Chandrasekar, Sandeep Warrier, Ganeshan Periyaswamy IMPACT PLAYERS: Hunny Saini
SS Expected Playing XI: Hari Nishanth, S Abishiek (c), Rajendran Vivek/J Gowri Sankar, Nidhish Rajagopal, R Kavin (wk), Sunny Sandhu, S Harish Kumar, M Mohammed, M Poiyamozhi, Karthick Manikandan, Rahil Shah IMPACT PLAYERS: Boopathi Kumar
As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, Dindigul Dragons, are tipped as the favorites to win this match.
The all-important clash between the Salem Spartans vs Dindigul Dragons will take place on Sunday, June 22, at 03:15 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the Fancode app. The TV streaming will take place on Star Sports 2 Channel.
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Fantasy Team will be updated once the Contest is opened.