CSG vs ITT Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of Qualifier 1 of TNPL 2025

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TNPL 2025, Qualifier 1: CSG vs ITT – Fantasy Preview & Match Insights

Chepauk Super Gillies and Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans are all set to clash in Qualifier 1 of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) on July 1. A win will guarantee a direct ticket to the final, while the loser still gets another shot in Qualifier 2. But both teams will be keen to avoid that longer route. 

Chepauk have been nothing short of unstoppable this season. Under the leadership of Baba Aparajith, they’ve stormed through the league stage with seven wins from seven, finishing comfortably at the top of the table. The three-time champions have looked confident, composed, and ruthlessly efficient in every game, and now they’re just one step away from another shot at silverware. 

Their rivals, Tiruppur Tamizhans, have taken a more dramatic path. After a mixed start to the season, they found their rhythm late and surged into the top two with four wins on the trot. It’s the first time they’ve managed to secure a Qualifier 1 spot, and now they’ll be hoping to end CSG’s winning streak and punch their ticket to a historic final. 

On paper, the odds do favour Chepauk. The head-to-head record is heavily in their favour, with CSG winning seven of their nine previous meetings. Tiruppur have beaten them only once, while one game was washed out. But the momentum of the knockout stage often has a life of its own, and Tiruppur will be hoping to carry their late-season form into this high-stakes encounter.

 Head-to-Head: CSG vs ITT- Who Holds the Advantage?

SCG and ITT have had some fierce battles over the years, with CSG historically holding the upper hand. With the match being played at NPR College Ground, Dindigul, CSG will have the home advantage, and their Bowling attack of J Prem Kumar and Rohit Suthar could be a major threat on a turning track. Their batting lineup K Aashiq, RS Mokit Hariharan, Baba Aparajith(c), Vijay Shankar, N Jagadeesan and Swapnil Singh looks solid. On the other hand, ITT boasts an explosive batting unit Amit Sathvik, Tushar Raheja(w), Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore(c), Pradosh Ranjan Paul and Mohamed Ali. However, their biggest concern has always been their bowling attack, which often struggles in high-scoring encounters. While R Sai Kishore and T Natarajan add depth, they’ll need to handle CSG’s aggressive top order. Given ITT’s superior bowling attack and home conditions, they might start as slight favorites. But CSG’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:

Total Matches Played: 4

CSG Wins: 4

ITT Wins: 0

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Despite CSG having the firepower of K Aashiq, RS Mokit Hariharan, N Jagadeesan(w), Vijay Shankar, Baba Aparajith and S Dinesh Raj. SMP’s all-around strength and explosive players like P Saravanan and Murugan Ashwin 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 Amit Sathvik, Tushar Raheja(w), Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore(c), Pradosh Ranjan Paul and Mohamed Ali, but CSG’s balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Vijay Shankar and Baba Aparajith make them a formidable opponent. NPR College Ground, with its high-scoring potential, might slightly favor the batting-heavy teams, so expect a run-fest!

Injury Update:

No any Injury concerns.

CSG vs ITT Match, Date, Time, & Venue:

Match: CSG vs ITT Qualifier 1 of TNPL 2025

Date: 1 July 2025

Time: 7:15 PM

Stadium: NPR College Ground

Location: Dindigul

CSG vs ITT Match Pitch Report:     

The NPR College Ground in Dindigul 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 Chepauk Super Gillies:

K Aashiq, RS Mokit Hariharan, Baba Aparajith(c), Vijay Shankar, N Jagadeesan(w), Swapnil Singh, S Dinesh Raj, J Prem Kumar, Abhishek Tanwar, Rohit Suthar, M Silambarasan

Impact Players: N Sunil Krishna, Lokesh Raj, R Kirubakar, R Rajan, Rajalingam G

Possible playing 11 for IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans:

Amit Sathvik, Tushar Raheja(w), Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore(c), Pradosh Ranjan Paul, Mohamed Ali, Uthirasamy Sasidev, Daryl Ferrario, S Mohan Prasath, V Anovankar, R Silambarasan, T Natarajan 

Impact Players:  Esakkimuthu A, Mathivannan M, S Radhakrishnan, Kanibalan K, C V Achyuth 

CSG vs ITT Fantasy Team:

Wicketkeepers: Amit Sathvik, Tushar Raheja

Batsman: Baba Aparajith, K Aashiq,  Pradosh Ranjan Paul

All-rounders: Vijay Shankar, Abhishek Tanwar, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore

Bowlers:  J Prem Kumar, M Silambarasan, T Natarajan

Chepauk Super Gillies vs IDream Trippur Tamizhans Team for Today Match:

CSG vs ITT Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Vijay Shankar (C), Tushar Raheja (VC)

Choice 2: Baba Aparajith (C), Abhishek Tanwar (VC)

CSG vs ITT Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Vimal Khumar, Hunny Saini, NS Chaturved(c), S Ganesh    

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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