The Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024 is poised to commence in grand fashion as the reigning champions, the Lyca Kovai Kings, square off against the four-time title holders, the Chepauk Super Gillies, in a highly-anticipated clash scheduled for July 5, 2024.
The venue is confirmed to be the SCF Cricket Ground in Salem, selected as one of the five venues hosting matches for the tournament.
In the previous season, LKK secured the top spot in the points table with six victories from seven matches, whereas CSG narrowly missed a playoff berth by ending fifth, primarily due to four defeats in their final five outings.
Match Details
| Match | Lyca Kovai Kings vs Chepauk Super Gillies, Match 1, TNPL 2024 |
| Venue | Salem Cricket Foundation, Salem |
| Date & Time | July 5, Friday, 7:15 pm IST |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | FanCode (app and website) |
Pitch Report
The mean score across the 10 matches contested during TNPL 2023 stood at 157.5. Primarily, the pitch’s disposition notably varies depending on whether the matches unfold in the evening or night, thereby influencing its characteristic dynamics.
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Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 9 |
| Won by Lyca Kovai Kings | 3 |
| Won by Chepauk Super Gillies | 5 |
| No Result | 1 |
| First-ever fixture | 05/09/16 |
| Most-recent fixture | 19/06/23 |
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Probable Playing XIs
Lyca Kovai Kings: U. Mukilesh, Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, Ram Arvindh, Suresh Kumar, Meeran Rahil Rahman, Atheeq Rahman, R. Divakar, Gowtham Thamarai Kannan, Manimaran Siddharth, Jhatavedh Subramanyan
Chepauk Super Gillies: Narayan Jagadeesan, C. Andre Siddharth, Baba Aparajith, Pradosh Ranjan Paul, M. Shajahan, Abhishek Tanwar, Daryl Ferrario, Jitendra Kumar, Aswin Crist, M. Silambarasan, Rahil Shah
Probable Best Players of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Sai Sudharsan
Fresh off an IPL 2024 season where the dynamic left-hander emerged as one of the leading run-scorers with 527 runs across 12 innings, he is eager to sustain this momentum and lead his team from the front with his batting prowess right from the outset.
Probable Best Bowler: Rahil Shah
The 38-year-old left-arm orthodox spinner may not have participated in a professional match since the last TNPL edition, yet his presence remains an invaluable asset. His bowling expertise could prove pivotal in the season opener.
Today’s Match Prediction: Lyca Kovai Kings to win the match
Scenario 1
Lyca Kovai Kings win the toss and opt to bowl first.
Powerplay: 35-45
CSG: 145-165
Lyca Kovai Kings win the match.
Scenario 2
Chepauk Super Gillies win the toss and opt to bowl first.
Powerplay: 40-50
LKK: 155-175
Lyca Kovai Kings win the match.
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
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