Upcoming Clash: Lyca Kovai Kings vs IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans in TNPL 2025
Match Overview
The 22nd match of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2025 will see Lyca Kovai Kings face off against IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans. This exciting encounter is set to take place at the Chennai Super Kings Ground in Trinelveli on June 24 at 07:15 PM IST.
Lyca Kovai Kings' Performance
After finishing as runners-up last season, Lyca Kovai Kings are struggling this year. They began their campaign with four consecutive losses but managed to secure a convincing 67-run win against Trichy Grand Cholas in their fifth match. Batting first, they scored 165 runs for the loss of 8 wickets and restricted Trichy to just 98 runs. Key players included Suresh Lokeshwar, who scored 90 runs, and R Divakar, who took 3 wickets for 16 runs. Despite this victory, they remain at the bottom of the points table with only one win from five matches.
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans' Recent Form
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans enter this match on the back of two consecutive wins, including a recent 9-wicket victory over Seichem Madurai Panthers. With a strong batting lineup and an effective bowling unit, they aim to secure their third straight win. Currently, they hold the second position on the TNPL 2025 leaderboard with three wins and two losses from five matches.
Pitch Analysis
The pitch at this venue typically provides a balanced contest for both batters and bowlers. Batsmen can find their rhythm once settled, benefiting from good bounce and pace. Fast bowlers may also experience some early swing and movement. The average score for the first innings here is around 155, and as the game progresses, spinners are likely to play a significant role.
Head-to-Head Record
LKK vs ITT Head-to-Head
| LKK vs ITT head-to-head (last 10 matches) | |
| Won by Lyca Kovai Kings | 9 |
| Won by IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans | 1 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
Probable Playing XI
Lyca Kovai Kings: Andre Siddharth, Suresh Lokeshwar (wk), Balasubramaniam Sachin, Shahrukh Khan (c), G Raghavendran, Jitendra Kumar, Manimaran Siddharth, P Bhuvaneswaran, R Divakar, Jhatavedh Subramanyan, M Prasad
(Impact Subs: N Kabilan, Vidyuth P, Govinth G, R Divakar)
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans: T Raheja (wk), A Sathvik, S Mohan Prasath, P Ranjan Paul, S Mohamed Ali, R Sai Kishore (c), Esakkimuthu, T Natrajan, R Silambarasan, D Sunder Ferrario, U Sasidev
(Impact Subs: C Achyuth, M Mathivanan, B Surya, Kanibalan K)
Key Players to Watch
Must-Pick Players for LKK vs ITT
Top Wicketkeeper
- Tushar Raheja | ITT: Tushar has been in outstanding form this season, amassing 338 runs in five matches, including four half-centuries, with an impressive average of 84.50.
Top Batters
- Andre Siddharth | LKK: He has been a key player for Lyca Kovai Kings, scoring 110 runs in five matches. While he hasn't had a standout performance yet, his consistency is vital for the team.
- P Ranjan Paul | ITT: With 748 runs in 40 TNPL matches, including four half-centuries, Ranjan has maintained his form this season, scoring 105 runs at an average of 52.50 in three matches.
Top All-Rounders
- Shahrukh Khan | LKK: A crucial player for fantasy teams, Shahrukh has scored 154 runs and taken 3 wickets in five matches this season.
- S Mohamed Ali | ITT: An impactful all-rounder, he has scored 222 runs and taken 11 wickets in his TNPL career, contributing 43 runs and one wicket this season.
Top Bowlers
- J Subramanyan | LKK: With 22 wickets in 23 TNPL matches, he aims to increase his tally after taking three wickets this season.
- R Sai Kishore | ITT: A standout left-arm spinner, he has taken 85 wickets in 64 matches, including seven this season, proving to be a key asset for his team.