Hello, welcome back to Sports Jazbaa. Today, we will cover the TNPL T20I Match between the Dindigul Dragons and the Chepauk Super Gillies.
The DD vs CSG Dream11 Team, Dream11 Prediction, and Fantasy Tips will be discussed, along with full Stats and Information on every player.
This match will be played on 16th June at 7:15 P.M. IST
In this preview, we will discuss the probable playing 11 of both teams. The Dream11 Team will also be discussed here.
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Match Details
- Date & Time: 16th June 2025, 07:15 PM
- Venue: SCF Cricket Ground, Salem
- Match Format: T20
- Teams: Dindigul Dragons (DD) vs Chepauk Super Gillies (CSG)
This is the 14th T20 match of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025, and it promises to be an exciting clash between two strong teams.
If you’re planning to make your Dream11 team, this guide will help you pick the best players based on their recent form, head-to-head stats, and performance at this venue.
Pitch Report
SCF Cricket Ground, Salem
- Total Matches Played: 33
- Matches Won Batting First: 16
- Matches Won Batting Second: 17
- Tied Matches: 1
- Average 1st Innings Score: 153
What Does This Mean?
- The pitch is balanced, meaning both batting and bowling teams have an equal chance.
- The average score is around 150-160, so teams will aim to score at least 160+ to feel safe.
- Since chasing teams have won slightly more matches, the team winning the toss might prefer to field first.
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For your Dream11 team, pick good all-rounders and bowlers who can take wickets early.
Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches Played: 4
- Dindigul Dragons Won: 2
- Chepauk Super Gillies Won: 2
- Tie/No Result: 0
What Does This Mean?
- Both teams are equally strong against each other.
- The match could go either way, so picking the right players in your Dream11 team is crucial.
Probable Playing XI & Player Stats
This is a high-quality match consisting of top-quality players, which makes it difficult for you to select 11 of these players. But why worry? We are here to assist you.
Dindigul Dragons (DD) – Key Players
1. Ravichandran Ashwin (Captain) – All-Rounder (Right-Hand Bat + Off-Spin Bowler)
- Recent Form: 49 runs, 18 runs, 15 runs + 2 wickets
- H2H Batting Stats: 236 runs in 7 matches (Avg: 39.3, Strike Rate: 153.2)
- H2H Bowling Stats: 3 wickets in 7 matches
- Venue Batting Stats: 65 runs in 4 matches
- Venue Bowling Stats: 4 wickets in 4 matches
- Why Pick Him? A must-have in your Dream11 team because he contributes with both bat and ball.
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2. Shivam Singh (Right-Hand Batsman)
- Recent Form: 86, 30, 82 (Excellent form!)
- H2H Batting Stats: 85 runs in 3 matches
- Venue Batting Stats: 311 runs in 6 matches (Avg: 77.8, Strike Rate: 143.3)
- Why Pick Him? He’s in great touch and loves batting at this ground.
3. Varun Chakravarthy (Leg-Spin Bowler)
- Recent Form: 1 wicket, 0 wickets, 2 wickets
- H2H Bowling Stats: 9 wickets in 5 matches (Strike Rate: 11.3)
- Why Pick Him? He’s a wicket-taker and can be a game-changer in your Dream11 team.
4. Baba Indrajith (Wicketkeeper + Right-Hand Batsman)
- Recent Form: 1, 13*, 49
- H2H Batting Stats: 117 runs in 9 matches
- Why Pick Him? A reliable batsman who can also give you points as a keeper.
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5. Sandeep Warrier (Right-Arm Medium Pacer)
- Recent Form: 1 wicket, 2 wickets, 1 wicket
- H2H Bowling Stats: 4 wickets in 3 matches
- Why Pick Him? A consistent bowler who can take early wickets.
Chepauk Super Gillies (CSG) – Key Players
1. Baba Aparajith (Captain) – All-Rounder (Right-Hand Bat + Off-Spin Bowler)
- Recent Form: 48, 41, 77 (Brilliant form!)
- H2H Batting Stats: 309 runs in 8 matches (Avg: 61.8, Strike Rate: 143.7)
- Venue Batting Stats: 301 runs in 8 matches
- Why Pick Him? A top pick for your Dream11 team because he scores big and can bowl too.
2. Vijay Shankar (All-Rounder – Right-Hand Bat + Medium Pacer)
- Recent Form: 34* + 2 wickets, 47, 41 + 2 wickets
- H2H Batting Stats: 57 runs in 4 matches
- Venue Batting Stats: 128 runs in 5 matches
- Why Pick Him? A perfect all-rounder who can fetch points with both bat and ball.
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3. N Jagadeesan (Wicketkeeper + Right-Hand Batsman)
- Recent Form: 13, 22, 16
- H2H Batting Stats: 186 runs in 6 matches (Avg: 37.2)
- Why Pick Him? A solid batsman who can also give you keeper points.
4. Abhishek Tanwar (Right-Arm Medium Pacer)
- Recent Form: 4 wickets, 3 wickets, 2 wickets
- H2H Bowling Stats: 10 wickets in 12 matches
- Venue Bowling Stats: 14 wickets in 8 matches (Strike Rate: 11.9)
- Why Pick Him? A must-have bowler in your Dream11 team because he takes wickets regularly.
5. J Prem Kumar (Right-Arm Medium Pacer)
- Recent Form: 2 wickets, 1 wicket, 2 wickets
- H2H Bowling Stats: 2 wickets in 1 match
- Why Pick Him? A good budget pick for your Dream11 team.
Top Picks for Dream11 Team
Safe Options (High-Performing Players)
- Ravichandran Ashwin (DD) – Consistent with bat and ball.
- Shivam Singh (DD) – In great form, especially at this venue.
- Baba Aparajith (CSG) – A match-winner with both bat and ball.
- Vijay Shankar (CSG) – Reliable all-rounder.
- Abhishek Tanwar (CSG) – Wicket-taking bowler.
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Risky But High-Reward Picks
- Varun Chakravarthy (DD) – Can be expensive but takes wickets.
- K Aashiq (CSG) – New but promising batsman.
- M Silambarasan (CSG) – Can surprise with his spin.
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices for Dream11 Team
Safe Choices
- Ravichandran Ashwin (DD)
- Baba Aparajith (CSG)
- Shivam Singh (DD)
Risky But High-Potential Choices:
- Varun Chakravarthy (DD)
- Vijay Shankar (CSG)
- Abhishek Tanwar (CSG)
Dream11 Team
Final Thoughts
This match is evenly balanced, so picking the right players in your Dream11 team is crucial. Focus on all-rounders and bowlers who take wickets.
- If DD bats first, expect Ashwin and Shivam Singh to score big.
- If CSG bats first, Baba Aparajith and Vijay Shankar will be key.
Make sure your Dream11 team has a mix of safe and high-reward players to maximise points!