Cricket Prediction | DD vs SAL | Tamil Nadu Premier League 2025 | 19th Match | June 22 – Who Takes the Edge?

DD vs SAL Match Analysis

At Tirunelveli Stadium, the Dindigul Dragons will take on SKM Salem Spartans in the 19th match of TNPL 2025. The game is scheduled for the evening session, starting at 4 PM local time, promising an exciting contest under lights. As the TNPL progresses, both teams will be motivated to collect key points.

Dindigul Dragons have shown a mix of resilience and talent in this TNPL season. Ravichandran Ashwin’s leadership brings together a dynamic mix of young all-rounders and seasoned professionals. 

SKM Salem Spartans have struggled to find consistent form but boast a balanced squad with promising youngsters and dependable veterans. Under the leadership of S Abishiek, the Spartans look to improve their batting stability and bowling variations. 

Dindigul Dragons vs SKM Salem Spartans Team Preview & Squads

Dindigul Dragons

Ravichandran Ashwin’s captaincy of the DD is built on his extensive international experience and cricketing savvy. With brains in his deliveries and grit in his stance, Ashwin turns pressure into poetry on the pitch.

Dindigul Dragons’ batting lineup features a good mix of aggression and stability. Players like Baba Indrajith (wicketkeeper) and Aakaash Sharma provide the backbone, while youngsters like Maan Bafna add energy to the middle order. 

Their bowling arsenal is strong with quality spinners such as Varun Chakravarthy and Ashwin himself. The pace attack, led by Ganeshan Periyaswamy and Sandeep Warrier, provides good variety and control. 

In their last match against Chepauk Super Gillies at Salem on June 16, DD posted a competitive total of 172 in their 20 overs. Nevertheless, Chepauk comfortably reached the target, ending at 180/6 and securing an 8-run victory. Dindigul’s bowling showed some good spells but lacked consistency, and their batting fell short in the chase.

Dindigul Dragons Squad

Dindigul Dragons

Aakaash Sharma, Ravichandran Ashwin (C), Maan Bafna, DT Chandrasekar, Dinesh H, Hunny Saini, Baba Indrajith (wk), RK Jayant, M Karthik Saran, Ganeshan Periyaswamy, Sandeep Warrier, Shivam Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, M Viju Arul, Vimal Khumar, Atul Vitkar.

SKM Salem Spartans

S Abishiek captains the SAL and is known for his calm demeanor and strategic thinking on the field. Although relatively new as a leader, Abishiek has impressed with his ability to inspire the team. 

The Spartans’ batting lineup is a blend of youth and experience, with players like Hari Nishaanth and R Kavin (wicketkeeper) anchoring the innings. Their middle order often looks to consolidate after a steady start, but at times, the lack of big-hitters has limited their scoring rate in the death overs.

The bowling unit consists of a balanced mix of pacers and spinners, including Rahil Shah and Sunny Sandhu. They can strike quickly with the ball and effectively manage the run flow in the middle overs. 

In their recent match against Chepauk Super Gillies at Salem on June 19, the SAL scored 160/7 batting first. Chepauk chased the target comfortably, finishing 162/4 with 21 balls to spare. Despite a decent batting effort, Salem’s bowling was unable to apply sustained pressure on the opposition.

SKM Salem Spartans Squad

SKM Salem Spartans

S Abishiek (C), Ramadoss Alexandar, Eshwar M, J Gowri Sankar, Hari Nishaanth, Harish Kumar, Himalaya, Sudhan Kandepan, Karthick Manikandan, R Kavin (wk), Boopathi Kumar, Mohammed Mohammed, Pavithran R, M Poiyamozhi, Dev Rahul, Nidhish Rajagopal, Rahil Shah, Sunny Sandhu, Rajendran Vivek, ME Yazh Arun Mozhi.

DD vs SAL Outfield Report

Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli

The Tirunelveli pitch traditionally supports both batsmen and bowlers, offering an even contest. Early innings usually favor the pacers with some seam movement, while spinners come into play during the middle overs. The surface tends to slow down slightly towards the end, making it a tactical challenge for teams chasing.

The weather on June 22 is expected to be clear with temperatures hovering around 33°C during the day and cooling down to 25°C in the evening. Humidity will be moderate, making the conditions slightly demanding for players but ideal for a competitive match under lights.

Historically, the highest team total at Tirunelveli has been around 190 runs, while the lowest team score has dipped below 120 on slower pitches. Teams batting first have generally fared better, with the chasing side needing a calculated approach due to pitch deterioration in the latter overs.

Dindigul Dragons vs SKM Salem Spartans Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

The last five encounters between Dindigul Dragons and SKM Salem Spartans have been closely contested, with each team winning two matches and one ending with no result. 

DD vs SAL Prediction

According to cricket analysts SKM Salem Spartans have a 53% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.