Who Will Win Nellai Royal Kings vs Lyca Kovai Kings 18th T20 TNPL 2025 Prediction – 21st June
The spotlight now shifts to Tirunelveli for an exciting Southern rivalry as we dive into the Nellai Royal Kings vs Lyca Kovai Kings prediction for the 18th match of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2025. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, 21st June 2025, at the Indian Cement Company Ground, both teams find themselves in contrasting positions.
Nellai Royal Kings have shown signs of promise and balance, winning 2 out of 4 matches, while the Lyca Kovai Kings are in disarray, sitting at the bottom of the table after four straight defeats. The Royals, led by the experienced Arun Karthik, look like a more complete unit with both batting and bowling performing in tandem.
On the other hand, Lyca Kovai Kings, despite decent batting contributions from Shahrukh Khan and Andre Siddarth, have struggled with their bowling, which has lacked any real edge or discipline. If Kovai are to pull off a miracle and resurrect their season, this game is a must-win.
Match Details
| Match | Nellai Royal Kings vs Lyca Kovai Kings – 18th T20 TNPL 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 21st June 2025 |
| Time | 7:15 PM IST |
| Venue | Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
Lyca Kovai Kings Preview
The Lyca Kovai Kings are enduring a nightmare season. Despite an aggressive batting unit, they’ve failed to convert good starts into match-winning totals. Captain Shahrukh Khan has been the lone warrior, averaging 41.33 with a healthy strike rate.
C Andre Siddarth and Balasubramaniam Sachin have supported decently, crossing 100 runs this season, but the real problem lies in the bowling department. Their bowling lacks bite, penetration, and control, especially in the powerplay and at the death.
Jhatavedh Subramanyan and Shahrukh Khan are the only bowlers with 3 wickets each, and no one has looked like a match-winner. Without a turnaround in the bowling effort, Kovai will struggle against a confident Nellai unit.
Nellai Royal Kings Preview
The Royal Kings have displayed a more balanced outfit. Arun Karthik, their captain, has been the backbone of the batting lineup with 159 runs in just 3 innings. D Santhosh Kumar complements him well with aggressive starts.
Their batting lineup has depth, with Sonu Yadav, NS Harish, and Adnan Khan all capable of contributing crucial runs. But what sets them apart is their bowling depth.
Sonu Yadav leads the charts with 10 wickets and an economy under 9. Valliappan Yudheeswaran and Sachin Rathi offer additional bowling threats, giving them the edge in this fixture. The Royals will look to pounce on Kovai’s vulnerabilities to notch up their third win.
Probable Playing XIs
Nellai Royal Kings
Arun Karthik (c), Rithik Easwaran (wk), Ajitesh Guruswamy, D Santhosh Kumar, NS Harish, Sonu Yadav, Muhammed Adnan Khan, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, Sachin Rathi, PS Nirmal Kumar, Emmanuel Cherian
Lyca Kovai Kings
Suresh Lokeshwar (wk), Shahrukh Khan (c), Balasubramaniam Sachin, C Andre Siddarth, Jitendra Kumar, Guru Raghavendran, Ramalingam Rohit, P Bhuvaneswaran, Jhatavedh Subramanyan, N Kabilan, Manimaran Siddharth
Fantasy Team XI – NRK vs LKK
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Arun Karthik | Batter (C) |
| Shahrukh Khan | All-Rounder (VC) |
| D Santhosh Kumar | Batter |
| C Andre Siddarth | Batter |
| Sonu Yadav | All-Rounder |
| NS Harish | All-Rounder |
| Balasubramaniam Sachin | Batter |
| Sachin Rathi | Bowler |
| Jhatavedh Subramanyan | Bowler |
| Valliappan Yudheeswaran | Bowler |
| Rithik Easwaran | Wicket-Keeper |
Captain: Arun Karthik
Vice-Captain: Shahrukh Khan
Players to Avoid: Madhava Prasad, P Vidyuth (form and playing uncertainty)
Favourite Team Today – Nellai Royal Kings
Nellai Royal Kings are the favourites going into this clash due to their well-rounded squad, multiple in-form players, and match-winning bowlers. Their captain is among the top run-scorers of the season, and their bowling attack has delivered in all matches.
Pitch Report – Indian Cement Company Ground
- Batting-friendly surface
- A slight advantage to spinners in the middle overs
- Average first innings score: 155
Weather Report – 21st June 2025
- Temperature: 30°C
- Humidity: 68%
- Rain: 5% chance – clear skies expected
Score Prediction
- If Nellai Royal Kings Bat First: 158+
- If Lyca Kovai Kings Bat First: 140+
Toss Prediction
- Toss Winner: Lyca Kovai Kings
- Decision: Bowl First
Match Prediction
Winner: Nellai Royal Kings Will Win
Their superior bowling depth and captain Arun Karthik’s red-hot form with the bat make them the stronger and more consistent side in this encounter.
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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