TNPL 2023: Qualifier 1, LKK vs DD Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Lyca Kovai Kings and Dindigul Dragons?

Courtesy of finishing at number one and two respectively in the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2023 points table, Lyca Kovai Kings (LKK) and Dindigul Dragons (DD) will take on each other in the first Qualifier of the competition. Notably, both teams won six out of their seven matches in the league phase and thus, an exciting affair is expected when these two teams take on each other on July 7, at the SCF Cricket Ground in Salem.

Meanwhile, despite Ravichandran Ashwin being unavailable at the moment due to national duty, Dindigul seem to be a very strong unit. Skipper Baba Indrajit is in remarkable form at the moment, while Varun Chakravarthy has been a force to reckon with. Subodh Bhati too has done well in the last match and thus, things will not be easy for Lyca in the middle.

However, the Shahrukh Khan-led side has played some phenomenal cricket so far. Stumper-batter Suresh Kumar and youngster B Sachin are in exceptional form with the bat while Manimaran Siddharth has done a tremendous job with the ball. Valliappan Yudheeswaran too has impressed and thus an exciting battle between DD batters versus LKK bowlers is expected.

Track the Live Score here: Lyca Kovai Kings vs Dindigul Dragons, Quarter Final 1st

LKK vs DD Match Details:

Lyca Kovai Kings vs Dindigul Dragons in Qualifier 1, TNPL 2023

Venue: SCF Cricket Ground, Salem

Date & Time: Friday, July 07, 7:15 PM IST

Broadcast & Live Streaming Details: Star Sports and FanCode

SCF Cricket Ground Pitch Report:

The surface at the SCF Cricket Ground in Salem usually favours the batters to succeed. Any score above 180 will be competitive as the skipper winning the toss should elect to bowl first.

LKK vs DD Probable Playing XIs

Lyca Kovai Kings (LKK):

S Sujay, J Suresh Kumar (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Ram Arvindh, U Mukilesh, Shahrukh Khan (c), M Mohammed, Atheeq Ur Rahman, Manimaran Siddharth, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, Jhatavedh Subramanyan

Dindigul Dragons (DD):

Vimal Khumar, Adithya Ganesh, Baba Indrajith (wk/c), Boopathi Kumar, Suboth Bhati, C Sarath Kumar, P Saravana Kumar, M Mathivannan, Varun Chakaravarthy, Aushik Srinivas, G Kishoor

LKK vs DD Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter

Sai Sudharsan:

Youngster Sai Sudharsan has been terrific in the ongoing season. The 21-year-old has hit 371 runs in just six matches and with that, he is currently the leading run-scorer of the tournament. Thus, if he manages to keep up with the momentum, Dindigul will have a tough time in the middle.

Probable Best Bowler

Varun Chakravarthy:

Spin wizard Varun Chakravarthy regained his form during IPL 2023 and has been spectacular ever since. The 31-year-old has picked up 11 wickets in seven matches in the ongoing season and with that, he is currently the joint second-most leading wicket-taker of the tournament.

Today's Match Prediction: Lyca Kovai Kings to win the match

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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.