SMP vs SS Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 4th Match of TNPL 2025

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The excitement in the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025 continues as the Siechem Madurai Panthers (SMP) take on the Salem Spartans (SS) in the 4th match of the tournament. This much-anticipated clash is scheduled for June 8 at 3:15 PM IST at the SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore.

Both teams are hungry for early success, and fans can expect a high-intensity contest between two competitive sides. The Panthers, known for their attacking batting style and disciplined fielding, will look to start strong. With a combination of experienced players and young talent, SMP’s top-order batters are expected to set the tone early, while their bowlers will aim to keep things tight during the middle overs.

Meanwhile, the Salem Spartans will enter the match with a fresh mindset after a mixed performance last season. With a well-rounded squad, SS will rely on their bowling attack to strike early and put pressure on SMP. Their batting unit also looks solid, with the depth needed to either post a strong total or chase one down.

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

SMP and SS have had some fierce battles over the years, with SMP historically holding the upper hand. With the match being played at SNR College Cricket Ground, SMP will have the home advantage, and their Bowling attack of Gurjapneet Singh and S Shyam Sundar could be a major threat on a turning track. Their batting lineup, led by NS Chaturved, J Ajay Chetan, Sanjeev Kumar, Ram Arvindh, Balchander Anirudh, and P Saravanan looks solid. On the other hand, SS boasts an explosive batting unit, featuring Abishiek Selvakumar, Hari Nishaanth, Bhoopathi Kumar, Kavin R, Sudhan Kandepan, and M Mohammed. However, their biggest concern has always been their bowling attack, which often struggles in high-scoring encounters. While  M Poiyamozhi and Sunny Sandhu add depth, they’ll need to handle SMP’s aggressive top order. Given SS’s superior bowling attack and home conditions, they might start as slight favorites. But SMP’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 opener:

Total Matches Played: 4

SMP Wins: 4

SS Wins: 0

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Despite SMP having the firepower of NS Chaturved, J Ajay Chetan, Sanjeev Kumar, Ram Arvindh, Balchander Anirudh, and P Saravanan, SS’s all-around strength and explosive players like Tushar Raheja and Mohhamed Ali 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, SMP might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by NS Chaturved, J Ajay Chetan, Sanjeev Kumar, Ram Arvindh, Balchander Anirudh, and P Saravanan, but SS’s balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Tushar Raheja and Mohhamed Ali make them a formidable opponent. SNR College 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.

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

Match: SMP vs SS 2nd Match of TNPL 2025     

Date: 8 June 2025   

Time: 7:15 PM    

Stadium: SNR College Cricket Ground   

Location: Coimbatore 

SMP 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 SMP:

NS Chaturved, J Ajay Chetan, Sanjeev Kumar, Ram Arvindh, Balchander Anirudh, P Saravanan, Atheeq Ur Rahman, C Sarath Kumar, P Vignesh,  Gurjapneet Singh, S Shyam Sundar

Impact Players: S Ganesh, Deepesh Devendran, Sarath Kumar, S Shankar Ganesh, Murugan Ashwin, S Rajalingam, K Gowtham Thamarai Kannan, Karthik Meiyappan

Possible playing 11 for SS:   

Abishiek Selvakumar, Hari Nishaanth, Bhoopathi Kumar, Kavin R, Sudhan Kandepan, M Mohammed, J Gowri Sankar, Shijit Chandran, Nidhish Rajagopal, M Poiyamozhi, Sunny Sandhu, Eshwar M (WK)

Impact Players: Rajendran Vivek, Pavithran R, Harish Kumar, Karthick Manikandan, Rahil Shah, Rahul Dev, S Ajith Ram, ME Yazh Arun Mozhi 

SMP vs SS Fantasy Team:      

Wicketkeepers:  Ram Arvindh, Kavin R

Batsman: Balchander Anirudh, C. Hari Nishaanth, Abishiek Selvakumar

All-rounders: M Mohammed, Rajendran Vivek, P Saravanan

Bowlers: Murugan Ashwin, S Ajith Ram, Gurjapneet Singh    

SMP vs SS Team for Today Match:

SMP vs SS Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: M Mohammed (C), R Arvindh  (VC)   

Choice 2: Murugan Ashwin (C), Abishek S (VC)

SMP vs SS Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Surya Anand S, Vignesh Puthur, Nidhish S Rajagopal, Pavithran R  

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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