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Match 27 of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025 brings a crucial clash between IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans and Nellai Royal Kings , set to be played at the NPR College Cricket Ground in Dindigul on Sunday afternoon.
Tamizhans have been one of the standout teams this season, riding a three-match winning streak and sitting second in Group A. Meanwhile, Nellai Royal Kings have struggled, losing their last three matches and slipping down to sixth place with just four points from six games.
With both sides needing a win for playoff qualification, this promises to be an intense battle between a confident team and a side under pressure to turn things around.
Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Nellai Royal Kings |
| Date | 29th June 2025 |
| Venue | NPR College Cricket Ground, Dindigul |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Competition | Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL), Season 9 |
Team Previews
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans Preview
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans are having a dream TNPL 2025 campaign so far — they’ve won four of six matches and are sitting second in the group with eight points. Their recent form is impressive, having secured three consecutive wins , including a clinical 7-wicket victory over Lyca Kovai Kings .
At the heart of their batting is opener Tushar Raheja , who has been in scintillating form, scoring 351 runs in six innings at a strike rate of 202 , making him one of the most dangerous openers in the tournament. He’s supported by Amit Sathvik , who recently hit back-to-back fifties and offers stability at the top.
Middle-order batter Pradosh Ranjan Paul chips in with valuable contributions, while lower-middle hitters like Mohamed Ali and Sai Kishore add depth and control when needed.
In bowling, Sai Kishore leads the attack , taking 9 wickets at an economy of 5.79 — a brilliant record in T20 cricket. Esakkimuthu A and R Silambarasan offer support, and T Natarajan looks to regain his death-over dominance after a quiet start.
Tamizhans look like a well-settled unit and will aim to continue their good run here against a struggling Nellai side.
Nellai Royal Kings Preview
Nellai Royal Kings have had a difficult TNPL 2025 campaign, winning only two of six games and currently placed sixth with four points. They lost their previous match to Dindigul Dragons despite posting 180/6 , indicating cracks in their bowling department.
Captain Arun Karthik remains their key batter, scoring 168 runs in five innings at a decent pace. D Santhosh Kumar also contributes regularly with his aggressive strokeplay and has scored 164 runs in six games at a strike rate of 147.4 .
However, the middle order hasn’t clicked together. NS Harish, Sonu Yadav, and Muhammed Adnan Khan show promise but haven’t delivered consistently.
Their bowling attack is led by Sonu Yadav , who has taken 13 wickets at an economy of 7.93 , making him their most reliable bowler. Others like Valliappan Yudheeswaran and Sachin Rathi have struggled to maintain control, especially during death overs.
The team lacks consistency across departments and has looked increasingly fragile as the tournament has progressed.
Unless they find rhythm quickly and deliver a collective performance, their chances of making the playoffs are fading fast.
Favourite Team to Win Today’s Match
| Favourite Team | Reason |
|---|---|
| IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans | Strong form with three straight wins; better batting line-up led by Tushar Raheja (351 runs, SR 202). Bowling unit more consistent and experienced, with Sai Kishore, Esakkimuthu A, and T Natarajan performing well. Nellai have lost three in a row and lack momentum. Their batters struggle for partnerships and bowlers fail to contain runs or take regular wickets. Historical head-to-head data favors IDTT, who beat NRK in both meetings last year. With better balance and confidence, Tamizhans should edge this one out. |
Fantasy Team XI (with Explanation)
| Player Name | Role | Team | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tushar Raheja (c) | Batter / Captain | IDTT | Top scorer for Tamizhans; explosive opener and fantasy captain option. |
| Sonu Yadav (vc) | Bowler / Vice-Captain | NRK | Leading wicket-taker; economical and effective in crunch moments. |
| Amit Sathvik | Batter | IDTT | Dependable opener; rotates strike well and contributes early. |
| Sai Kishore | Bowler | IDTT | Star spinner; takes key wickets and maintains pressure. |
| D Santhosh Kumar | Batter | NRK | Finisher; useful for late-innings acceleration. |
| Pradosh Ranjan Paul | Batter | IDTT | Middle-order presence; safe and consistent performer. |
| T Natarajan | Bowler | IDTT | Experienced pacer; ideal for death overs and wicket-taking spells. |
| R Silambarasan | Bowler | IDTT | Smart spinner; breaks partnerships and keeps it tight. |
| Arun Karthik | Batter / Captain | NRK | Anchor of the innings; rotates strike well and averages above 30. |
| Uthirasamy Sasidev | Batter | IDTT | Lower-order hitter; can change the game with quick runs. |
| Esakkimuthu A | Bowler | IDTT | Valuable death bowler; took 3 wickets in last match. |
Captain & Vice-Captain Suggestions
- Captain : Tushar Raheja (IDTT) – In-form opener; likely to score big runs.
- Vice-Captain : Sonu Yadav (NRK) – Leading wicket-taker; high impact in fantasy leagues.
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Teams
- Ajay Krishna (NRK) – Struggles to contribute meaningfully with bat or ball recently.
- Rocky Bhasker (NRK) – Lacks big scores or impactful bowling; minimal fantasy upside.
Squads
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans Squad
- Amit Sathvik
- Tushar Raheja (wk)
- Pradosh Ranjan Paul
- Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore (c)
- Mohamed Ali
- Uthirasamy Sasidev
- M Mathivannan
- S Mohan Prasath
- R Silambarasan
- Esakkimuthu A
- T Natarajan
- Impact Player: Daryl Ferrario / V Anovankar
Nellai Royal Kings Squad
- Arun Karthik (c)
- D Santhosh Kumar
- NS Harish
- Rithik Easwaran (wk)
- PS Nirmal Kumar
- Muhammed Adnan Khan
- Sonu Yadav
- Sachin Rathi
- Athish SR
- Emmanuel Cherian
- Ajay Krishna
- Impact Player: Rocky Bhasker
Probable Playing XI
| IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans | Nellai Royal Kings |
|---|---|
| Amit Sathvik | Arun Karthik (c) |
| Tushar Raheja (wk) | D Santhosh Kumar |
| Pradosh Ranjan Paul | NS Harish |
| Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore (c) | Rithik Easwaran (wk) |
| Mohamed Ali | PS Nirmal Kumar |
| Uthirasamy Sasidev | Muhammed Adnan Khan |
| R Silambarasan | Sonu Yadav |
| Esakkimuthu A | Sachin Rathi |
| T Natarajan | Athish SR |
| M Mathivannan | Emmanuel Cherian |
| S Mohan Prasath | Ajay Krishna |
Pitch Report
- Venue : NPR College Cricket Ground, Dindigul
- Average First Innings Score : ~158
- Highest Score : 209/3 (by Nellai Royal Kings)
- Nature of Pitch : Slower surface; spinners get grip and assistance. Pacers need to vary pace and use cutters effectively.
- Expected Target : 160–170 should be competitive.
- Fielding Advantage : Chasing teams have won 42 of 71 T20s here; dew and improved visibility help the second innings.
Toss Prediction
- Likely Outcome : Even chance for either side to win the toss.
- Decision : Bowl first. Historical data shows chasing teams have dominated at this venue.
Winner Prediction
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans are our predicted winners of this TNPL 2025 encounter. They come into the match with a three-game winning streak , a settled batting lineup , and a more consistent bowling attack led by Sai Kishore and T Natarajan .
Nellai Royal Kings, meanwhile, have lost three in a row and are yet to find rhythm. Their middle order struggles to rotate strike , and their bowling leaks too many runs .
If Tamizhans can replicate their recent performances, they should comfortably extend their winning run.
Back IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans to continue their strong form and secure another vital win.
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