LKK vs SMP Match Prediction : TNPL 2025, 8th Match ā Who Will Win Todayās Match Between LKK vs SMP?
Lyca Kovai Kings To Win, 1.79
Lyca Kovai Kings are the defending champions and have a strong all-round lineup.
SMP were poor with the bat in their opening fixture against Nellai Royal King.
Expect this to be a close contest on a pitch that offers some grip and early seam movement.
LKK vs MPS Betting Tips
Total runs before the first dismissal for Siechem Madurai Panthers to be under 24.5 runs
LKKās pace attack led by M Mohammed and Valliappan Yudheeswaran bowled tight lines in the powerplay last season. With Maduraiās top-order looking shaky after the first match, this is a value bet.
The number of sixes in the first innings to be under 7.5
The pitches early in the Coimbatore leg tend to be on the slower side and the boundary size isnāt the smallest either. In the first two games here, no team crossed more than six sixes in the first innings.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Lyca Kovai Kings
Siechem Madurai Panthers
LKK have been one of the most consistent sides over the past two seasons, reaching the playoffs in 2023 and winning the title in 2024. Meanwhile, SMP have been inconsistent and have struggled against top opposition.
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Lyca Kovai Kings vs Siechem Madurai Panthers Head-to-Head Record
LKK have won the last two encounters between the sides, including a dominant win in the 2024 TNPL where they chased down SMPās total with ease. Maduraiās last win over Kovai came in 2022.
Lyca Kovai Kings vs Siechem Madurai Panthers Live-streaming and Broadcast
Lyca Kovai Kings and Siechem Madurai Panthers will meet on Wednesday, 12 June 2025, at the SNR College Cricket Ground in Coimbatore. Watch the match live on the Star Sports Network and FanCode app in India.
Live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and in-game betting odds are available on ocbscores.com.
LKK vs SMP Team Previews
Lyca Kovai Kings
LKK will once again be led by the experienced Shahrukh Khan, who has over 1000 TNPL runs and provides power in the lower middle order. Sai Sudharsan, coming off a strong IPL season, is the key batter with over 850 TNPL runs. His ability to anchor the innings gives LKK a strong platform.
U Mukilesh is an emerging talent, while J Suresh Kumar is a reliable opener with 700+ runs and a decent strike rate. All-rounders M Mohammed and R Divakar add tremendous balance. Mohammedās 4/22 in the 2024 final turned the game in LKKās favour.
Valliappan Yudheeswaran, the right-arm quick, and left-arm spinner Manimaran Siddharth are both wicket-taking threats. M Abhinav and NS Harish round out a versatile bowling attack.
Lyca Kovai Kings Expected Playing 11
J Suresh Kumar (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan (c), U Mukilesh, M Mohammed, R Divakar, M Abhinav, Manimaran Siddharth, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, NS Harish, K Gowtham Thamarai
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Siechem Madurai Panthers
SMP are led by the promising NS Chaturved, who scored a composed 45 in the opening game. All eyes are on the hard-hitting L Kiran Akash and opener Hari Gopinath, who has over 600 TNPL runs.
Nidhish Rajagopal adds middle-order stability, and S Ajith Ram contributes with both bat and ball. Their bowling unit is spearheaded by spinner Murugan Ashwin, who brings a wealth of IPL and TNPL experience with over 40 wickets.
Jagatheesan Kousik and R Silambarasan provide medium pace options. Kiran Akash, though expensive, has wicket-taking ability with 30+ TNPL wickets to his name.
Siechem Madurai Panthers Expected Playing 11
Hari Gopinath, NS Chaturved (c), Nidhish Rajagopal, L Kiran Akash, J Kousik, S Ajith Ram, Murugan Ashwin, R Silambarasan, V Gowtham, Diran Vignesh, Jaganath Sinivas
LKK vs SMP Toss Prediction
Teams chasing have had the edge in Coimbatore in recent games, with the dew factor coming into play. Expect both captains to opt to bowl first after winning the toss.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Coimbatore offers balanced conditions with some assistance for seamers early on. The pitch slows down slightly as the innings progresses, aiding spin. Scores of 150-160 have been competitive in recent matches.
The weather is expected to be mostly clear with only a 10% chance of rain. Humidity levels will hover around 65%, and temperatures should remain between 28ā32Ā°C.
LKK vs SMP: Who Will Win?
Lyca Kovai Kings have a better recent record and superior squad depth. While SMP can be dangerous on their day, their inconsistency and a weak middle order might cost them here. Kovaiās solid top order and reliable bowling options give them the edge.
Bet on Lyca Kovai Kings to win this match.
LKK vs SMP win percentage stands at 51% in favor of LKK.
Todays Match Prediction: Lyca Kovai Kings to Win.
