TNPL 2022 | ITT vs SMP | Preview, CREX XI

The ongoing TNPL cricket extravaganza will see IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans squaring off against Siechem Madurai Panthers in the 23rd match of the tournament.  


The blockbuster T20 fixture will be hosted by SCF Cricket Ground, Salem on Wednesday, July 20. 


Siechem Madurai Panthers' victory juggernaut rolled on as they thwarted Salem Spartans in their previous match by 39 runs to mark their fourth win in the tournament. 


With 8 points from five matches, they are currently placed second in the points table. Heading into their next fixture, Madurai Panthers will be hoping to keep their winning streak going. 


Speaking of IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans, the team have had a topsy turvy season so far with a couple of great wins fused with some gut-wrenching defeats. 


The S Anirudha-led outfit are currently residing in the sixth position in the tournament standings and from here on they need to win their remaining games if they harbour any hopes of making it to the playoffs. 

Key Players: 


Arun Karthik, the wicket-keeper batter is the leading run-scorer for Siechem Madurai Panthers this season and has amassed 229 runs in 5 innings at an average of 45.80 and a strike rate of 146.79. 


Maan K Bafna has been the key batter from Tiruppur Tamizhans, having smacked 133 runs in 5 innings while averaging 44.33. He is likely to play a vital role in this game as well.


R Silambarasan is the highest wicket-taker for Madurai Panthers this season. He has picked 9 wickets in 5 innings at an economy of 7.45 and strike rate of 16. 

Match Details 

  • Venue: SCF Cricket Ground, Salem, India

  • Date & Time: July 20 at 7:15 PM IST & Local Time

  • Live Streaming: Voot App and Star Sports Network 


Pitch Report 


The pitch at SCF Cricket Ground, Salem is expected to be a balanced one with equal assistance available for both departments. 


While pacers will be the key in the early hours of the game, spinners are likely to play a key role during the middle overs.  

CREX XI Suggestion 


Wicket-Keeper: Dinesh Karthik, Arun Karthik

Batters: B Anirudh Sitaram, NS Chaturvedi, S Aravind

All-Rounders: M Mohammed, Maan K Bafna, Sunny Sandhu 

Bowlers: Aswin Crist, Kiran Akash, Varun Chakravarthy, 


Captain: Arun Karthik

Vice-Captain: M Mohammed


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