The 15th game of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2025 matches the flagging Trichy Grand Cholas against the equally out-of-sorts Lyca Kovai Kings. Scheduled for 17th June at 7:15 PM at the SCF Cricket Play Ground in Salem, this encounter is critical for both teams to revive their campaigns. Trichy has suffered three straight defeats, including a narrow 7-run loss to Salem Spartans and a 5-wicket heartbreak against Nellai Royal Kings. Meanwhile, Lyca Kovai Kings are reeling from significant losses, most recently an 8-wicket thrashing by Chepauk Super Gillies. Expect a ferocious fight under the lights as both sides are hungry for momentum.
Though fiercely debated, historical conflicts between these teams have left Lyca Kovai Kings with a small psychological advantage having controlled their previous meetings. Trichys' recent capacity to push matches to the wire, though, might even the scales in this high-stakes event.
Best Batsman (Sai Sudharsan – Trichy):
Trichys top-order anchor Sai Sudharsan adds flair and stability to their batting order. Renowned for his skill to turn strike and quicken under pressure, his performance will be critical in establishing or pursuing a competitive total.
Best Bowler (Jhatavedh Subramanyan – Lyca):
Jhatavedh Subramanyan, a leg-spin baller of Lyca who is known for breaking partnerships in the middle overs. According to stats, economy rate and variations of Subramanyan on batting-friendly pitches make him a threat, especially against Trichy's shaky middle order.
Under bright heavens, a sunny day with no chance of rain, Salems SCF Cricket Play Ground pledges a batting-friendly surface. With an average first-innings score of 170, the pitch favors aggressive strokeplay early on. Spinners may notice minor turn as the game goes on, but circumstances remain good for hitters. Those teams that win the toss should elect to bat first and take advantage of the newly prepared track.
Though both teams come into this game in poor form, Trichy Grand Cholas appear slightly more well situated. While Lycas bowling has had trouble containing opponents, their batting unit has displayed flashes of resilience especially in close chases. Should Trichy submit a competitive total (170+), Lycas weak middle order might disintegrate under duress.
Trichys mostly worries about their erratic bowling, which has not protected numbers despite excellent batting efforts. Lyca, on the other hand, has to fire their top order following several crashes. Given the high-scoring character of the pitch, the side that wins the toss and bats first will have a great edge.
The captain winning the toss will likely bat first, aiming to set a target of 170–175 to pressure the chasing side.
Predicted Score:
If Washington Freedom bat first: 170–180
If Los Angeles Knight Riders bat first: 165–170
Trichy Grand Cholas to win Trichys' tighter matches and better batting depth provide them a tiny advantage even if they are losing streak. Anticipate Sudharsan's exploits and a controlled death overs bowling performance guaranteed their first win of the season.
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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12972 |
2 |
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9999 |
3 |
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9282 |
4 |
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9276 |
5 |
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9230 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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16056 |
2 |
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13537 |
3 |
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12255 |
4 |
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11832 |
5 |
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10448 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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242 |
2 |
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221 |
3 |
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207 |
4 |
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195 |
5 |
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163 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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12 |
2 |
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8 |
3 |
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8 |
4 |
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6 |
5 |
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6 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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13906 |
2 |
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10866 |
3 |
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10480 |
4 |
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8607 |
5 |
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8113 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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9373 |
2 |
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8973 |
3 |
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7936 |
4 |
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7448 |
5 |
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7214 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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242 |
2 |
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221 |
3 |
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206 |
4 |
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152 |
5 |
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142 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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50 |
2 |
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19 |
3 |
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18 |
4 |
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15 |
5 |
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11 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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4231 |
2 |
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4223 |
3 |
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4188 |
4 |
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3911 |
5 |
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3777 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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3671 |
2 |
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3301 |
3 |
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3237 |
4 |
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3144 |
5 |
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2854 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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84 |
2 |
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82 |
3 |
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75 |
4 |
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74 |
5 |
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73 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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20 |
2 |
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17 |
3 |
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16 |
4 |
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15 |
5 |
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14 |