TNPL 2024: Qualifier 2, ITT vs DD Match Prediction – Who will win today’s TNPL match between ITT vs DD?

In this article we will be analyzing the ITT vs DD Match Prediction. IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans (ITT) square off against Dindigul Dragons (DD) in Qualifier 2 of the ongoing Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2024 on Friday, August 2, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans finished second on the points table after the round-robin phase of the tournament, with four wins and three losses from seven games. They lost to Lyca Kovai Kings in Qualifier 1 as they failed to defend a 201-run target. Sai Sudharsan’s unbeaten 123 off 56 balls helped the Kings to romp home with seven wickets and as many balls to spare.

Meanwhile, Dindigul Dragons were placed at No. 4 on the points table at the end of the league stage, having four wins and three losses but a net run-rate (NRR) of +0.109 compared to +0.677 of the Tamizhans. In the Eliminator, Dindigul chased down a 159-run target with four wickets and one ball in the bank against Chepauk Super Gillies. Skipper Ravichandran Ashwin won the Player of the Match award for his 35-ball 57, batting at No. 3.

Earlier in the season, Dindigul beat Tiruppur in a rain-curtailed 13-over per side contest by eight wickets, chasing down a 109-run target with seven balls to spare.

ITT vs DD Match Details

Pitch Report

The MA Chidambaram Stadium is set to host its first match of the season. The venue is known for assisting spinners as they find a lot of turn from the surface. In recent times in the Indian Premier League, there have been some high-scoring encounters as well. The captain who wins the toss would want to bowl first and assess the nature of the track.

Also Check: ITT vs DD, Qualifier 2 – Live Cricket Score

Head-to-Head Record

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Probable Playing 11 for ITT vs DD

IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans:

Tushar Raheja (WK), Amit Sathvik, Mohammed Ali, R Sai Kishore (C), S Radhakrishnan, S Ganesh, Maan Bafna, P Bhuvaneswaran, S Ajith Ram, R Rohit, T Natarajan

Dindigul Dragons:

Vimal Khumar, Shivam Singh, Ravichandran Ashwin (C), Baba Indrajith (WK), Suboth Bhati, Boopathi Kumar, S. Dinesh Raj, Varun Chakaravarthy, VP Diran, P Vignesh, Sandeep Warrier

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Probable Top Performers from ITT vs DD

Probable Best Batter: Shivam Singh

The right-handed batter is the leading run-getter in TNPL 2024, having amassed 360 runs from eight matches at an average of 51.43 and a strike rate of 134.83. He has registered three half-centuries and one ton so far in the campaign. Shivam would want to get Dindigul off to a solid start.

Probable Best Bowler: T Natarajan

The left-arm speedster has had a fine campaign, having bagged 12 wickets from seven games at an average of 16.58 and a strike rate of 12.50. He has bowled inside the powerplay and at the death but his economy rate is an excellent 7.96. Natarajan’s four overs will be extremely crucial in the all-important knockout fixture.

 

Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

Scenario 1

IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Powerplay Score: 45-55

DD: 165-175

IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans win the match.

Scenario 2

Dindigul Dragons win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Powerplay Score: 40-50

ITT: 160-170

Dindigul Dragons 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.