On Monday, July 8th, at 7:45 PM, cricket enthusiasts will witness an exciting clash between the Dindigul Dragons and SKM Salem Spartans at the Salem Cricket Foundation Ground. The Dindigul Dragons have consistently been one of the stronger teams in the TNPL, known for their balanced squad and strategic gameplay.
SKM Salem Spartans, on the other hand, are a team with a lot of potential and a never-say-die attitude. They have shown flashes of brilliance in the tournament and are eager to make a mark.
Under the expert guidance of Coach Subramaniam Badrinath, the Dindigul Dragons have become a formidable force. Badrinath’s cricketing wisdom and mentorship have been crucial in developing young talents and refining the team’s skills, making them a cohesive and competitive unit.
Key players Shivam Singh and Baba Indrajith have been pivotal in the Dindigul Dragons’ batting lineup. Singh, with his dynamic all-round abilities, has consistently provided crucial contributions with both bat and ball, ensuring stability and firepower in the middle order.
Suboth Bhati has been a standout performer for the Dindigul Dragons with his consistent wicket-taking ability. As a key component of their bowling attack, Bhati has been adept at breaking crucial partnerships and restricting opposition batsmen.
In the TNPL Qualifier 2 on July 10, 2023, Dindigul Dragons posted 185/5. Nellai Royal Kings chased down the target of 186 runs, reaching 191/3 in 20 overs to win by 7 wickets and advance to the final.
Dindigul Dragons
Ravichandran Ashwin, K Om Nitin, Sandeep Warrier, Vimal Khumar, Varun Chakravarthy, G Kishoor, Suboth Bhati, Sarath Kumar, S Dinesh Raj, Baba Indrajith, Boopathi Kumar, Rocky Bhasker, P Vignesh, Shivam Singh, Affan Khader, VP Diran, K Aashiq, D Sanoth Kumar, and Rohan Raju.
In a closely contested match, Salem Spartans posted a total of 155 runs in their 20 overs against IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans. Sunny Sandhu starred with a crucial innings of 61 runs off 44 balls, supported by valuable contributions from other batsmen.
The Spartans’ innings featured a strong start in the powerplay, followed by steady scoring intervals, despite facing challenges with reviews. Defending their total, the Spartans’ bowlers held their nerve to restrict the opposition to 147/9, securing victory by 8 runs.
Sunny Sandhu was instrumental for Salem Spartans, scoring a brisk 61 runs and taking 2 catches, earning him the Player of the Match award. His aggressive batting in the middle overs propelled the Spartans to a competitive total, setting the stage for their bowlers to defend.
The Salem Spartans’ bowling attack, Sachin Rathi led by effective spells from their bowlers, played a crucial role in their victory. Mokit Hariharan pressure throughout, with disciplined bowling and timely breakthroughs, preventing the IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans from building substantial partnerships.
Salem Spartans
Ravi Rajan, ME Yazh Arun Mozhi, Ganesh Moorthi, Rajendran Vivek, J Gowri Sankar, Muhammed Adnan Khan, Shijit Chandran, Aushik Srinivas, Robin Bist, Guru Sayee, Harish Kumar, Sachin Rathi, N Selva Kumaran, S Abishiek, Sunny Sandhu, Vishal Vaidhya, Sudhan Kandepan, R Kavin, M Poiyamozhi
DGD vs SLST : Match Details | ||
Match | Dindigul Dragons vs Salem Spartans, 6th Match | Group Stage | T20 TNPL 2024 | |
Date | 08/07/2024 (Monday) | |
Time | 7:45 PM BDT, 7:15 PM IST, 6:45 PM PKT | |
Format | T20I | |
Venue | Salem Cricket Foundation Ground, Salem | |
Recent performance | Dindigul Dragons – L L W W W | SKM Salem Spartans – L W L L L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
Salem Cricket Foundation Ground, Salem
The Salem Cricket Foundation Ground, also affectionately known as Salem Stadium, boasts a reputation for its batsman-friendly pitch. While it offers some assistance to bowlers in the latter stages, particularly spinners who can exploit turn.
During daylight hours, temperatures at the Salem Cricket Foundation Ground can soar to a scorching 40°C (104°F), making conditions challenging for players. However, as evening sets in, the mercury typically drops to a more comfortable 29°C (84°F).
The ground has witnessed varied scoring trends, with the highest total recorded standing at 177 runs and the lowest a mere 6 runs, underscoring the unpredictability and drama that TNPL matches often bring.
From last five encounters Dragons won 4, Spartans won only one.
Winning the toss
Dindigul Dragons
Player of the Match
Most runs
Most wickets
Most sixes
Team Scores Batting First
According to cricket analysts, Dindigul Dragons has a 60.2% chance of winning.
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