NRK vs SS Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 13th Match of TNPL 2025

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TNPL 2025: NRK vs SS – High stakes Battels as Spartans Eyes 4in 4 and Royal Kings Look to Rebomd

The 13th match of TNPL 2025 sets the stage for a thrilling showdown as the Nellai Royal Kings (NRK) lock horns with the in-form Salem Spartans (SS) on June 15. With both teams heading into this match with a different momentum, fans can expect fireworks at every stage.

For NRK, this is their third match of the tournament, having secured one win and suffered one loss so far. The Royal Kings, led by the experienced Baba Aparajith, are eager to bounce back after a recent setback. A win here could put them back on track and solidify their standing as serious playoff contenders.

On the other side, Salem Spartans have been unstoppable, winning all three of their opening matches. This will be their fourth outing, and they're riding high on confidence and form. With Abhishek Tanwar leading from the front and consistent performances across the board, SS will be looking to extend their winning streak to four and tighten their grip on the top of the table.

This is the first head-to-head between these two sides in TNPL 2025, and both teams have plenty at stake — whether it's Salem protecting their unbeaten run or Nellai clawing their way back into the race.

Head-to-Head: NRK vs SS- Who Holds the Advantage?

NRK and SS have had some fierce battles over the years, with NRK historically holding the upper hand. With the match being played at SCF Cricket Ground, NRK will have the home advantage, and their Bowling attack of Sachin Rathi and Valliappan Yudheeswaran could be a major threat on a turning track. Their batting lineup, led by Arun Karthik(c), Ajitesh Guruswamy, Rithik Easwaran(w), PS Nirmal Kumar, NS Harish, Sonu Yadav and Muhammed Adnan. On the other hand, SS boasts an explosive batting unit, featuring S Abishiek(c), Hari Nishanth, R Kavin(w), Rajendran Vivek, Sunny Sandhu and Nidhish Rajagopal. However, their biggest concern has always been their bowling attack, which often struggles in high-scoring encounters. While M Mohammed and Rahil Shah add depth, they’ll need to handle SS’s aggressive top order. Given NRK’s superior bowling attack and home conditions, they might start as slight favorites. But SS’s firepower makes them dangerous, and if their bowling holds up, an upset could be on the cards. Let’s break down their head-to-head record to see who holds the edge ahead of the TNPL 2025 upcoming match:

Total Matches Played: 4

NRK Wins: 4

SS Wins: 0

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Despite SS having the firepower of S Abishiek(c), Hari Nishanth, R Kavin(w), Rajendran Vivek, Sunny Sandhu and Nidhish Rajagopal, NRK’s all-around strength and explosive players like NS Harish and Sonu Yadav Kumar give them the upper hand in this head-to-head contest. However, it’s always been a close battle, with both sides frequently trading blows in TNPL clashes.

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as fantasy cricket is concerned, NRK might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by  Arun Karthik(c), Ajitesh Guruswamy, Rithik Easwaran(w), PS Nirmal Kumar, NS Harish, Sonu Yadav and Muhammed Adnan, but SS’s balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Sandhu and S Harish Kumar make them a formidable opponent. SCF Cricket Ground, with its high-scoring potential, might slightly favor the batting-heavy teams, so expect a run-fest.

Injury Update:

No any Injury concerns.

NRK vs SS Match, Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: NRK vs SS 13th Match of TNPL 2025     

Date: 13 June 2025   

Time: 7:15 PM    

Stadium: SCF Cricket Ground   

Location: Salem

NRK vs SS Match Pitch Report:     

The SNR College Cricket Ground in Tamilndau offers a balanced pitch that challenges both batsmen and bowlers. Early in the match, the surface favors the batsmen, allowing them to play aggressive strokes with good bounce and a solid foundation. A first-innings score between 160-170 runs is generally considered competitive. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, providing assistance to spinners, which can make chasing more difficult. Teams chasing targets around 170-180 runs generally have a fighting chance, but anything above 190 can put them under pressure, especially with the slow nature of the pitch in the second innings. Overall, it’s a dynamic surface where both batting and bowling strategies need to adapt to the conditions, and a score around 180+ is often a strong target for the chasing side. 

Possible Playing 11 for NRK:

Arun Karthik(c), Ajitesh Guruswamy, Rithik Easwaran(w), PS Nirmal Kumar, NS Harish, Sonu Yadav, Muhammed Adnan Khan, Sachin Rathi, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, Emmanuel Cherian, Uday Kumar M

Impact Players: D Santhosh Kumar, S Risheek Kumar, Athish SR, Ajay Krishna, Rocky Bhasker

Possible playing 11 for SS:   

S Abishiek(c), Hari Nishanth, R Kavin(w), Rajendran Vivek, Sunny Sandhu, Nidhish Rajagopal, S Harish Kumar, M Mohammed, J Gowri Sankar, M Poiyamozhi, Rahil Shah

Impact Players: Yazh Arun Mozhi, Karthick Manikandan, Boopathi Kumar, Eshwar M, Rahul Dev

NRK vs SS Fantasy Team:      

Wicketkeepers: Arun Karthik, R Kavin

Batsman: Muhammed Adnan Khan, Hari Nishanth, Nidhish Rajagopal

All-rounders: Sonu Yadav, NS Harish, Sunny Sandhu, M Mohammed

Bowlers: Valliappan Yudheeswar, M Poiyamozhi

NRK vs SS Team for Today Match:

NRK vs SS Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: M Mohammed (C), Sonu Yadav (VC)      

Choice 2: Sunny Sandhu (C), Nidhish Rajagopal (VC)

NRK vs SS Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Rithik Easwaran, PS Nirmal, Rajendran Vivek, J Gowri Sankar     

Disclaimer:     

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision

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