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CLAIM NOWToss Winner - Dindigul Dragons won the toss and choose to bowl first
Dindigul Dragons beat IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans by 8 wickets
Can Dindigul Dragons overcome their batting woes and emerge winners in this clash against IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans?
We are backing IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans as winners of this contest.
Tournament: | Tamil Nadu Premier League, 2024 |
Format: | t20 |
Venue: | SNR College Cricket Stadium, Coimbatore, India |
Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
Weather: | 23.2°C|Patchy rain nearby |
The 16th match of the TNPL pits IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans (ITT) against Dindigul Dragons (DD) in a key encounter for both teams.
Languishing in the bottom half of the points table, neither team can afford another slip-up, with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread. While ITT has shown glimpses of promise with narrow defeats and a recent win, DD has been plagued by inconsistency, especially in their batting.
We’re anticipating a close match between the two sides with a slight edge towards ITT mainly due to their recent form. They showed great resolve and composure in the way they soaked in pressure and got the job done chasing against Madurai, and they would be looking to exploit the definite advantage for teams batting second here.
Expect a tense, low-scoring battle where individual brilliance can swing the outcome.
156/9 in 20.0 7.8
157/6 in 18.2 8.57
157/6 in 20.0 7.85
142/8 in 20.0 7.1
160/7 in 20.0 8
159/8 in 20.0 7.95
160/5 in 20.0 8
TNPL T20 2023
156/6 in 20.0 7.8
147/9 in 20.0 7.35
TNPL T20 2023
Salem Spartans won by 8 runs
155/10 in 20.0 7.75
65/1 in 4.5 13.46
64/6 in 7.0 9.14
149/9 in 20.0 7.45
150/3 in 18.1 8.26
185/5 in 20.0 9.25
TNPL T20 2023
Nellai Royal Kings won by 7 wickets
191/3 in 20.0 9.55
193/7 in 20.0 9.65
TNPL T20 2023
Lyca Kovai Kings won by 30 runs
163/9 in 20.0 8.15
Dindigul Dragons beat IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans by 8 wickets
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans have played within themselves in this season so far. Three of their last five defeats were by narrow margins, which clearly indicates that they have in them the ability to fight till the very end but are not quite able to close out tight games.
Their most recent outing, a convincing 4-wicket win over Madurai, showcased their ability to overcome challenges and emerge victorious. Some of the key players from their batting unit are Tushar Raheja (299 runs from 10 games at a modest strike rate of 117.71), Balchander Anirudh (188 runs from 10 games at 136.23). Also crucial to their batting order firing is S Mohamed Ali who has made a couple of thirties in three hits already.
Raheja, ITT’s leading run getter last season, is working up good form with the bat. Anirudh, with his aggressive approach, has provided impetus in the middle overs, while Mohamed Ali has played a couple of vital knocks as a finisher.
The bowling attack, spearheaded by the experienced P Bhuvaneswaran (15 wickets at an economy of 8.83) and the economical Ajith Ram (10 wickets at an economy of 6.32), will be instrumental in restricting the opposition and defending modest totals.
S Radhakrishnan, Tushar Raheja (wk), Amit Sathvik, Mohamed Ali, S Ganesh, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore (c), M Karthik Saran, P Bhuvaneswaran, M Mathivannan, S Ajith Ram, Ramalingam Rohit.
Tushar Raheja, B Anirudh Sita Ram, S Ganesh, S Mohamed Ali , S Ajith Ram, S Radhakrishnan, P Bhuvaneswaran, V P Amith Sathvik, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Ramalingam Rohit, T Natarajan
Dindigul Dragons, in stark contrast, have had a disastrous start to the season. After a solitary win in their opening match, they have slumped to two consecutive defeats, and dropped to the bottom of the table.
Their bowling attack, led by the veteran R Ashwin, wily spinner Varun Chakravarthy (10 wickets at an economy of 6.84) and the express Suboth Bhati (10 wickets at an economy of 8.61), has done decently well. However, their batting has underperformed considerably, with only Shivam Singh (381 runs from 10 games at an average of 42.33) and Baba Indrajith (211 runs from 10 games at an average of 35.17) showing some application, skill and intent.
The decision to send Ravichandran Ashwin as an opener backfired in the first two games, but the veteran made a quickfire 45 up top and offered resistance while the rest of the batting attack fell like nine pins in their defeat to Chepauk Super Gillies. The lack of partnerships and a collective batting collapse have been recurring themes in their recent outings. The likes of Vimal Khumar, who was brilliant last season with his elegant strokeplay will need to come to the party and bat with more application and grit.
Their only saving grace has been their bowling attack, led by the wily Varun Chakravarthy (10 wickets at an economy of 6.84) and the express Suboth Bhati (10 wickets from 7 games at 8.61). If the Dragons are to revive their campaign, their batsmen will need to find a way to counter the opposition's bowling attacks and put up substantial totals on the board.
Shivam Singh, Ravichandran Ashwin (c), Vimal Khumar, Baba Indrajith (wk), Boopathi Kumar, S Dinesh Raj, C Sarath Kumar, Suboth Bhati, Varun Chakravarthy, P Vignesh, VP Diran.
R Vimal Khumar, Shivam Singh S, Suboth Bhati, Boopathi V Kumar, Ravichandran Ashwin, Baba Indrajith, Varun Chakravarthy, SS Warrier, VP Diran, Vignesh Puthur, Dinesh Raj S
Back in 2022, when this venue became a TNPL regular, the pitches here had more runs on offer with 160 being an average score. That came down slightly last season, but it looks like it will again pick up this year. Any score above 170 will be tough to chase and collecting runs against quality spinners through the middle overs will be a task. The forecast is for an overcast night and we may have some form of rain interruption.
The match will be played at the Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science Ground. While IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans have played six games here, they have just managed to get over the line twice. Dindigul Dragons, as well, have a similar record at this venue, winning 1 out of their 3 games here.
The ground heavily favors chasing, giving the team winning toss an edge if they send the opposition in to bat first. Teams batting second boast a win percentage exceeding 60%, compared to a meagre 29% for those batting first. This trend will likely influence the captain's decision at the toss. With a strong bowling attack capable of defending low totals, IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans could benefit from winning the toss and electing to field.
Both teams are desperate for a win to revive their TNPL campaign. While Dindigul Dragons possess the firepower to cause an upset, IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans' recent win, their ability to handle pressure, and the historical advantage of chasing at this ground give them a slight edge.
We are backing IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans as winners of this contest.
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