SMP vs LKK Match Preview

The Siechem Madurai Panthers and Lyca Kovai Kings will face off in the 22nd match of the 2024 Tamil Nadu Premier League on Tuesday at the Indian Cement Company Ground in Tirunelveli. Siechem Madurai Panthers are currently in the bottom half of the league table, having won one and lost two games. Skipper Hari Nishanth is hoping that the team can put on a good performance in this match. Despite losing their initial match against Dindigul Dragons, Lyca Kovai Kings have maintained their lead in the Tamil Nadu Premier League. Captain Shahrukh Khan will be hoping that the team can make amends and improve its performance against the Siechem Madurai Panthers. Last season, Lyca Kovai Kings defeated Siechem Madurai Panthers by 44 runs in Tirunelveli.

SMP vs LKK Match Details

Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Lyca Kovai Kings – 22th Match, Tamil Nadu Premier League-2024

Venue: India Cements Ltd Ground, Thoothukudi

Date & Time: 23th July 2024 at 07:15 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SMP vs LKK Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	206
Avg 2nd inn score	198
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

SMP vs LKK Pitch Report

We haven’t seen many high-scoring games at this venue, so the conditions are favorable for the bowlers. The cloudy weather could just be an advantage for the pacers.

SMP vs LKK Weather Report

The weather on match day is expected to be cloudy, with thunderstorms in some areas in the afternoon. The temperatures would range from 24°C to 34°C. There is a 40% chance of rain on the matchday.

SMP vs LKK Last Five Matches

SMP ( Siechem Madurai Panthers )	L L W L W
LKK ( Lyca Kovai Kings )	L W W W W

SMP vs LKK Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	SMP Won	LKK Won	Tie	NR
Overall	7	4	3	0	0
Last 5	5	3	2	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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SMP vs LKK Probable Playing XIs:

Lyca Kovai Kings Probable Playing XIs

S Sujay, J Suresh Kumar (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan (c), U Mukilesh, Ram Arvindh, Atheeq Ur Rahman, M Mohammed, Manimaran Siddharth, Jhatavedh Subramanyan, Valliappan Yudheeswaran

Siechem Madurai Panthers Probable Playing XIs

Suresh Lokeshwar (wk), Hari Nishanth (c), Jagatheesan Kousik, NS Chaturved, Uthirasamy Sasidev, Swapnil Singh, Murugan Ashwin, Gurjapneet Singh, S Sri Abisek, J Ajay Chetan, Kiran Akash

Topmost Picks for SMP vs LKK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Lyca Kovai Kings

Top Picks – Siechem Madurai Panthers

• Suresh Lokeshwar – His recent form has been particularly impressive, with a strike rate exceeding 177 in the first three matches, including a well-made fifty.
• Murugan Ashwin – The highly experienced Murugan Ashwin has made his mark, taking 7 wickets in just 3 games with an impressive economy rate of 6.58.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SMP vs LKK Dream11 Team:

Suresh Lokeshwar, J Suresh Kumar, Uthirasamy Sasidev, U Mukilesh, Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan(C), Jagatheesan Kousik, Hari Nishanth, Murugan Ashwin(VC), M Mohammed, Manimaran Siddharth

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SMP vs LKK Dream11 Team:

Suresh Lokeshwar, J Suresh Kumar, Uthirasamy Sasidev, U Mukilesh, Sai Sudharsan(C), Shahrukh Khan, Jagatheesan Kousik(VC), Hari Nishanth, Murugan Ashwin, M Mohammed, Manimaran Siddharth

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan

Vice-captain – Jagatheesan Kousik, Murugan Ashwin

Wicketkeeper – Suresh Lokeshwar

SMP vs LKK Probable Winners:

Lyca Kovai Kings are the odds-on favourites to defeat Siechem Madurai Panthers based on their current form. With Shahrukh Khan, U Mukilesh, and Sai Sudharsan in outstanding form this season, the management of the team will be hoping for a clinical batting performance from Kings in this match. Considering the team combination, Lyca Kovai Kings are expected to win this match.