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The Chepauk Super Gillies (CSG) will be brimming with confidence as they lock horns with the Dindigul Dragons (DID) in the 13th match of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2024. This clash promises to be a battle between a team on the rise and one desperate to rediscover their winning ways.
CSG Aim for Domination
After a shaky start, CSG finally registered their first win in the tournament and followed it up with a convincing victory in the last match. Their batting has been the driving force, with players like Baba Aparajith and Pradosh Ranjan Paul anchoring the middle order. The bowling attack, spearheaded by Abhishek Tanwar and Ferrario, will be looking to exploit the damp conditions expected during the new ball.
Jagadeesan has been in stellar form, scoring consistently throughout the season. He boasts a strong record against the Dragons, averaging over 32 runs in their past encounters. Look for him to continue his run-scoring spree and provide a solid foundation for the CSG batting lineup.
Chepauk Super Gillies Predicted Playing XI:
D Santhosh Kumar, Narayan Jagadeesan, Baba Aparajith (c), Pradosh Ranjan Paul, Daryl Ferrario, C Andre Siddarth, Abhishek Tanwar, M Shajahan, Aswin Crist, Rahil Shah, Ganeshan Periyaswamy
Dindigul Dragons
The Dragons, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results. They started the season with a win but failed to capitalize on it, succumbing to a seven-wicket defeat in the last match. Their bowling unit, despite boasting big names like Ravichandran Ashwin, has been inconsistent. However, their batting lineup can be a force to be reckoned with, with Shivam Singh and Baba Indrajith capable of wreaking havoc on any bowling attack.
Singh started the season with a bang but has since gone quiet. He’ll be determined to bounce back and contribute significantly at the top order. His aggressive batting style can offer the Dragons a flying start and set the tone for the match.
Dindigul Dragons Predicted Playing XI:
Shivam Singh, Ravichandran Ashwin, Vimal Khumar, Baba Indrajith (c), Boopathi Kumar, Sarath Kumar, S Dinesh Raj, G Kishoor, Varun Chakravarthy, VP Diran, P Vignesh
Pitch and Weather Conditions
The match will be played at the SNR College Cricket Ground in Coimbatore, a venue that has seen low-scoring encounters recently. The cloudy skies and high winds might favor the team chasing, making the toss crucial.
Match Prediction
Considering CSG’s recent form, their superior head-to-head record against the Dragons, and a batting-heavy lineup, they seem to be the favorites to win this match. However, the Dragons cannot be entirely written off, especially with their experienced bowling attack. Expect a close contest with CSG edging past the Dragons in a nail-biting finish.
Winner: Chepauk Super Gillies
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