Who Will Win Salem Spartans vs Lyca Kovai Kings 26th T20 TNPL 2025 Prediction – 28th June
The Tamil Nadu Premier League 2025 continues with Match 26 featuring Salem Spartans vs Lyca Kovai Kings at NPR College Ground, Dindigul, on Saturday, 28th June. According to our expert Salem Spartans vs Lyca Kovai Kings prediction, Salem Spartans will enter this clash as favorites, owing to their superior form, team balance, and higher position on the points table. In contrast, Lyca Kovai Kings are languishing at the bottom with only one win in six matches, desperate to salvage some pride.
Salem Spartans have been a solid unit this season with three wins in six games and are still in contention for the playoffs. They narrowly lost their previous match in a last-ball thriller, showcasing strong performances from Nidhish Rajagopal and M Mohammed. On the other hand, Lyca Kovai Kings have suffered repeated batting failures and are coming off a heavy 7-wicket loss. They will need a special effort to challenge the in-form Spartans.
Match Details
| Match | Salem Spartans vs Lyca Kovai Kings – Match 26 |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 28 June 2025 |
| Time | 7:15 PM IST |
| Venue | NPR College Ground, Dindigul |
| Broadcast | Fancode (Live Streaming) |
Team Previews
Salem Spartans Preview
The Salem Spartans have shown great fighting spirit throughout TNPL 2025. Despite early top-order collapses, the likes of Nidhish Rajagopal, who has amassed 230 runs, and Rajendran Vivek have helped steady the innings. Captain S Abishiek’s leadership has been impressive even if his own contributions have been moderate.
Their bowling unit is spearheaded by M Mohammed, the leading wicket-taker for the team with 11 scalps. Rahil Shah and S Harish Kumar have also supported well in middle overs. Their ability to set or chase targets above 180 under pressure is a sign of their depth and flexibility. With playoff hopes alive, expect the Spartans to go hard from ball one.
Lyca Kovai Kings Preview
A poor season for Lyca Kovai Kings, with just one win from six matches. Batting has been their Achilles’ heel. Shahrukh Khan, the highest run-scorer with 173 runs, is yet to deliver a match-winning knock. The middle order has been shaky and their openers have failed to lay solid foundations.
In the bowling department, P Bhuvaneswaran leads with 5 wickets, but the rest of the attack lacks sting. Despite flashes of promise from Balasubramaniam Sachin and Suresh Lokeshwar, the team is heavily reliant on individual brilliance.
Their previous outing saw them crumble to 137 and fail to defend it, as Tiruppur chased it down comfortably. With no margin for error, LKK must bring their best game yet.
Team Squads & Probable Playing XIs
Salem Spartans Playing XI:
R Kavin (wk), Hari Nishanth, S Abishiek (c), Nidhish Rajagopal, Rajendran Vivek, Sunny Sandhu, S Harish Kumar, M Mohammed, Rahil Shah, M Poiyamozhi, J Gowri Sankar
Lyca Kovai Kings Playing XI:
Jitendra Kumar, Suresh Lokeshwar (wk), Balasubramaniam Sachin, Shahrukh Khan, Guru Raghavendran, Andre Siddarth (c), R Divakar, P Vidyuth, Manimaran Siddharth, P Bhuvaneswaran, K Vishal Vaidhya
Fantasy Team XI & Analysis
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| R Kavin (WK) | Batter |
| Nidhish Rajagopal (C) | Batter |
| Shahrukh Khan | All-rounder |
| Hari Nishanth | Batter |
| Rajendran Vivek | All-rounder |
| M Mohammed (VC) | Bowler |
| Suresh Lokeshwar | Batter |
| Rahil Shah | Bowler |
| P Bhuvaneswaran | Bowler |
| S Harish Kumar | All-rounder |
| Balasubramaniam Sachin | Batter |
Captain Pick: Nidhish Rajagopal
Vice-Captain Pick: M Mohammed
Players to Avoid:
- Jitendra Kumar – Inconsistent form
- R Divakar – Not contributing consistently with bat or ball
Pitch Report – NPR College Ground, Dindigul
The pitch at Dindigul is known to be balanced. The average first-innings score is around 150-160. Batters get value for shots, but spinners find grip in the second half.
Weather Report
- Temperature: 28–32°C
- Humidity: 62%
- Rain: None expected
- Conditions: Clear and dry, ideal for cricket
Favourite Team (Why?)
Salem Spartans are the stronger team on paper and on current form. With Rajagopal in red-hot form, a decent bowling lineup led by M Mohammed, and better momentum in the tournament, they have a well-rounded team. Their middle order has stepped up under pressure, unlike Kovai Kings who rely heavily on Shahrukh Khan. Spartans’ consistency in both departments gives them the edge.
Score Prediction
- If Salem Spartans bat first: 148–160
- If Lyca Kovai Kings bat first: 132–145
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Lyca Kovai Kings
Decision: Bat First
Match Prediction
Winner: Salem Spartans Will Win
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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