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The stage is set for a high-octane finale at the NPR College Ground, Dindigul, as IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans chase their maiden TNPL title against a battle-hardened Dindigul Dragons on Sunday, July 6, at 13:45 GMT. Both sides, led by crafty spinners and buoyed by momentum, promise to deliver a thriller for the fans.
The Road to the Final
Dindigul Dragons, captained by veteran all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin, have once again had to grind their way to the summit. Finishing third in the league stage (4 wins, 3 losses, NRR +0.191), they overcame Trichy Grand Cholas in the Eliminator and then stunned the unbeaten Chepauk Super Gillies (CSG) in Qualifier 2. Their latest victory was highlighted by R. Vimal Khumar’s explosive 65 off 30 balls, including a breathtaking over that went for 34 runs.
In contrast, R. Sai Kishore’s Tamizhans took the direct route, finishing second in the table (5 wins, 2 losses, NRR +1.733) and brushing aside CSG in Qualifier 1. The Tamizhans are riding a five-match winning streak and have already handed the Dragons a humiliating nine-wicket loss earlier this season, skittling them for just 93.
Key Players to Watch
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans
- Tushar Raheja: 411 runs in 8 matches at an average of 58.71 and a strike rate of 189.40 — second highest scorer in the league.
- Amit Sathvik: His steady 275 runs (avg 45.83) have provided solidity at the top.
- Sai Kishore: With 12 wickets at an astonishing average of 13.83, he has been the lynchpin of the Tamizhans’ attack.
Dindigul Dragons
- R. Vimal Khumar: The man of the moment, his power-hitting has turned games on their head.
- Shivam Singh: 327 runs at 46.71, a reliable contributor throughout.
- Ravichandran Ashwin: True to his reputation, Ashwin has scored 296 runs and taken 13 wickets — leading from the front.
What’s at Stake?
While Dindigul are chasing redemption after falling short in previous campaigns, the Tamizhans are looking to create history with their first-ever TNPL title. Both skippers have acknowledged the magnitude of the occasion:
“It is an honour to have qualified for our first final. Dindigul is the best in the competition, and it is going to be thrilling to go up against them,” said Sai Kishore.
Ashwin, meanwhile, praised the Tamizhans’ bowling, noting: “Tiruppur has the best bowling unit at the moment. It will be a contest between their experienced players and our young line-up.”
Head-to-Head This Season
- League stage: Tiruppur beat Dindigul by 9 wickets after bowling them out for 93.
- Playoffs: Dindigul have since beaten two strong sides in high-pressure games.
TNPL 2025: Top Performers (League Stats)
Batting
| Player | Runs | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baba Aparajith | 412 | 68.67 | 158.46 |
| Tushar Raheja | 411 | 58.71 | 189.40 |
| Shivam Singh | 327 | 46.71 | 141.56 |
Bowling
| Player | Wkts | Avg | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonu Yadav | 16 | 12.81 | – |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | 13 | 18.77 | – |
| Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore | 12 | 13.83 | – |
(Stats: TNPL official 2025 data as of July 6, 2025)
Squads
Dindigul Dragons
Ashwin (c), Shivam Singh, Indrajith (wk), Vimal Khumar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Periyaswamy, and others.
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans
Sai Kishore (c), Raheja, Sathvik (wk), T Natarajan, Pradosh Ranjan Paul, and others.
FAQ: TNPL 2025 Final
Sonu Yadav (16 wickets).
Baba Aparajith (412 runs).
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans are playing in their first final.
Sunday, July 6, at 13:45 GMT.
At NPR College Ground, Dindigul.
Conclusion
On one side, we have the youthful exuberance and depth of the Dragons, tested in knockout pressure. On the other, the relentless form and bowling firepower of the Tamizhans, eager to script history. As the NPR College Ground braces for a packed house, one question lingers: who will lift the TNPL 2025 trophy today?
