A night game under lights awaits at Coimbatore’s SNR College Ground—known for its slow, low pitches that test both bat and ball. The average first-innings score here is in the 140s, and teams electing to chase often have a slight edge. Seamers tend to dominate early, but spinners come into play as the surface wears down. Expect a tight contest where bowlers have plenty of say.

🎯 Head-to-Head & Recent Form

These teams have clashed eight times in TNPL history. Chepauk Super Gillies have dominated with six wins, Tiruppur Tamizhans have managed one, and one match ended with no result. Chepauk enters this match in strong form, while Tiruppur have shown potential with a comeback victory chasing a decent total recently.

👥 Playing XIs & Impact Men

Chepauk Super Gillies

• Narayan Jagadeesan (wk): One of TNPL’s most consistent batters with over 2,000 career runs. A key anchor at the top.

• Baba Aparajith (c): Explosive all-rounder with finishing ability and off-spin bowling.

• Vijay Shankar: A powerful striker in the middle order and a handy bowler—brings valuable IPL experience.

• Abhishek Tanwar & Swapnil Singh: Provide solid pace and spin control in the bowling unit.

iDream Tiruppur Tamizhans

• R Sai Kishore (c): Left-arm spinner and team captain, always among the top wicket-takers in TNPL.

• T Natarajan: Dangerous with the new ball and effective at the death, known for his yorkers and cutters.

• Tushar Raheja & Amit Sathvik: Dependable middle-order batters who can anchor or accelerate as needed.

🌡 Pitch & Conditions Insight

• Surface: Slow and low, assisting spinners and cutters. Timing the ball will be a challenge, especially in the first innings.

• Dew Factor: Moderate dew may develop later in the game, slightly aiding chasing teams.

• Weather: Typical warm Coimbatore evening, around 29–30°C, with no rain expected.

🔍 Fantasy Picks & Captain Choices

1. Baba Aparajith (Chepauk): In-form all-rounder, contributes with both bat and ball.

2. Narayan Jagadeesan: Reliable top-order run-getter and wicketkeeper.

3. Sai Kishore (Tiruppur): Key spin weapon in the middle overs.

4. Vijay Shankar: Capable of turning games with big-hitting and useful overs.

5. T Natarajan: Can make early inroads and deliver at the death.

🔮 Prediction & Tactical Takeaways

• Toss: Teams may prefer to bowl first, considering the chasing advantage.

• Likely First-Innings Score: 140–150

• Key Duels:

  • Sai Kishore vs Aparajith/Jagadeesan

  • Jagadeesan vs Natarajan during the powerplay

• Prediction: Chepauk Super Gillies have a more balanced squad and deeper batting unit.

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