TNPL 2025: Match 16, SMP vs NRK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s TNPL match between SMP vs NRK?
NRK are fourth whereas SMP are currently sit at sixth in the TNPL 2025 points table.
Siechem Madurai Panthers (SMP) will take on Nellai Royal Kings (NRK) in the Match. 16 of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL 2025) at the SCF Cricket Ground, in Salem, on Wednesday, June 18.
Siechem Madurai Panthers are coming into the game after a poor loss to Dindigul Dragons will be aiming to bounce back strongly in the crucial clash. On the other hand, Nellai Royal Kings had a comfortable victory against Salem Spartans, with the opener Hari Nishanth leading from the front.
Match Details
| Match | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Nellai Royal Kings, Match 16, TNPL 2025 |
| Venue | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, June 18, 7:15 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | Star Sports 2 and FanCode (app & website) |
Pitch Report
The SCF Cricket Ground in Salem supported the team batting second, mostly, with the exception of one match. Thus, the team that wins the toss should choose to bowl first and chase the target comfortably in the late hours of the game.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 05 |
| Won By Siechem Madurai Panthers | 00 |
| Won By Nellai Royal Kings | 03 |
| No Result | 02 |
| First-ever Fixture | July 31, 2021 |
| Most-recent Fixture | July 15, 2024 |
Predicted Playing XIs
Siechem Madurai Panthers (SMP):
Ram Arvindh, Balchander Anirudh, NS Chaturved (c), Atheeq Ur Rahman, C Sarath Kumar, S Ganesh (wk), P Saravanan, Murugan Ashwin, S Rajalingam, P Vignesh, Gurjapneet Singh.
Nellai Royal Kings (NRK):
Arun Karthik (c), Ajitesh Guruswamy, Rithik Easwaran (wk), PS Nirmal Kumar, NS Harish, Sonu Yadav, Muhammed Adnan Khan, Sachin Rathi, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, Emmanuel Cherian, Rocky Bhasker.
Probable Best Batter
The Nellai Royal Kings (NRK) skipper Arun Karthik will be the key batter in the clash against the Madurai-based franchise. His scoring in the middle overs will assist the team to keep the run rate in check in needed situations.
Probable Best Bowler
The left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh could be the key bowler for Siechem Madurai Panthers. His swing and pace will assist the team to pick up wickets in the powerplay and restrict the batters from going overboard in the scoring.
Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match
Scenario 1
- Siechem Madurai Panthers win the toss and opt to bowl first
- Powerplay: 45-55
- NRK: 150-160
- Siechem Madurai Panthers win the match
Scenario 2
- Nellai Royal Kings win the toss and opt to bowl first
- Powerplay: 50-60
- SMP: 155-165
- Nellai Royal Kings 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.
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