TNPL 2023: Match 8, DD vs SMP Match Prediction – Who will win today’s TNPL match between Dindigul Dragons and Siechem Madurai Panthers?

Following a win in their previous outing, Dindigul Dragons (DD) are all set to lock horns with Siechem Madurai Panthers (SMP) in match 8 of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL), at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul, on Sunday, June 18.

While Ravichandran Ashwin-led Dindigul clinched two points from their last outing, Madurai endured a loss at the hands of Nellai Royal Kings in their first match. The Hari Nishanth-led side will be looking to push through and obtain their first win of the season against Dindigul on Sunday’s second doubleheader.

DD vs SMP Match Details:

Dindigul Dragons vs Siechem Madurai Panthers, 8th match, TNPL 2023

Venue: NPR College Ground, Dindigul

Date & Time: Sunday, June 18, 7:15 PM IST

Broadcast & Live Streaming Details: Star Sports and FanCode

NPR College Ground Pitch Report:

Batters of both sides will benefit from the surface offered at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul. A competitive game is likely to be on the cards and either skipper winning the toss will look to bat first.

DD vs SMP Probable Playing XIs

Dindigul Dragons (DD):

Baba Indrajith (wk), S Arun, Shivam Singh, P Saravana Kumar, Boopathi Kumar, Vimal Khumar, Ravichandran Ashwin (c), M Mathivannan, Varun Chakravarthy, C Sarath Kumar, Suboth Bhati

Siechem Madurai Panthers (SMP):

S Karthik (wk), Hari Nishanth (c), Jagatheesan Kousik, Washington Sundar, Swapnil Singh, K Deeban Lingesh, Murugan Ashwin, Sudhan Kandepan, Balu Surya, Gurjapneet Singh, Dev Rahul

DD vs SMP Probable Best Performers

Probable best batter

Shivam Singh:

Shivam Singh cracked three maximums and six boundaries in his 30-ball 46 against Ba11sy Trichy in the previous match. He will aim to maintain his aggressive form and carve out yet another lethal knock in the upcoming fixture against Madurai.

Probable best bowler

Ravichandran Ashwin:

The veteran spinner in his previous match claimed two scalps for 26 runs in his four overs. In addition to this, he maintained a solid economy rate of 6.50 which included a maiden over. Ashwin’s experience will come in handy for Dindigul and the side will be pinning their hopes on the spinner to get the crucial breakthroughs.

Today’s Match Prediction: Dindigul Dragons to win the match

Disclaimer: This 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.