SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - TNPL 2025, Match 17

Salem Spartans will take on Chepauk Super Gillies (CSG) in the 17th match of the ninth season of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025. This match will be played at the SCF Cricket Ground, Salem, India, on Thursday, 19th June at 7:15 PM IST. Both teams will be playing their fifth match of the season and looking to establish their dominance on the field.

The Spartans have made a solid start by winning three matches on the trot before losing to Nellai Royal Kings by eight wickets. Chepauk Super Gillies, on the other hand, find themself at the top of the table with 4 wins in 4 matches and are yet to be defeated in the season. So, this is a clash between the table toppers and an exciting clash awaits us.

SS vs CSG Match Preview

SS will take on CSG in Match 17 of the TNPL 2025 at the SCF Cricket Ground in Salem. SS made a confident start to their campaign by winning their first three matches, and then lost their last match to Nellai Royal Kings by eight wickets. N Rajagopal, M Mohammed and C Hari Nishaanth have been their best performers in the league

CSG, on the other hand, is by far the best team in the league and has dominated every other opposition. They did have a close contest against Dindigul Dragons in their last match, but managed to emerge victorious and are still unbeaten going into their fifth match of the season. Abhishek Tanwar, Baba Aparajith, and Vijay Shankar are the standout performers for CSG.

Salem Spartans vs Chepauk Super Gillies Match Details

SS vs CSG Head-to-Head Records

Chepauk Super Gillies haven't just had the edge over Salem Spartans but dominated them in the TNPL, winning four out of their four meetings so far. Their consistent performances in past clashes give them a psychological advantage heading into this match.

SS vs CSG Weather Report & Pitch Report at SCF Cricket Ground

According to AccuWeather, expect mostly cloudy skies with a chance of thunderstorms popping up in some areas during the afternoon. Temperatures will range between 25°C and 28°C. There's about a 56% chance of rain during the match, so we might see some interruptions. The average first-innings score in the last 5 games here is 161, and chasing teams have enjoyed more success. With pacers likely to extract more from the surface than spinners, expect seamers to play a major role. Given both teams' recent form and the nature of the pitch, winning the toss and bowling first could be the way to go.

Record of Chasing Teams at this SCF Cricket Ground

At the SCF Cricket Ground in TNPL 2025, 7 matches have been hosted so far, and 5 of them have been won by chasing teams. The venue favours sides batting second, making the toss crucial. Batting second is a viable option on this ground.

SS vs CSG Toss Prediction

Teams winning the toss at the SCF Cricket Ground should opt to bowl first. With five out of seven matches in TNPL 2025 won by chasing sides, the pitch clearly favours teams batting second under lights. Given the rain threat and the venue's chasing-friendly nature, teams winning the toss should look to bowl first. Duckworth-Lewis can come into play, making chasing a safer option in case of rain interruptions.

SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

Salem Spartans Playing 11

Hari Nishanth, S Abishiek (c), Rajendran Vivek, R Kavin (wk), Sunny Sandhu, Harish Kumar, Nidhish Rajagopal, J Gowri Sankar, M Mohammed, M Poiyamozhi, Rahil Shah.

Chepauk Super Gillies Playing 11

K Aashiq, Mokit Hariharan, Baba Aparajith (c), Vijay Shankar, Narayan Jagadeesan (wk), Swapnil Singh, Abhishek Tanwar, S Dinesh Raj, J Prem Kumar, M Silambarasan, Lokesh Raj.

SS vs CSG Dream11 Team Today Stats

• M Mohammed is a key pacer for SS with 8 wickets in just four matches and is also handy with the bat.
• H Nishanth for SS has scored 139 runs in the season and will be looking to continue the momentum.
• Abhishek Tanwar from CSG is the leading wicket-taker of the season with 11 wickets so far.
• Baba Aparajith from CSG is a consistent top-order option. He has scored 222 runs in 4 innings while getting dismissed only twice in four matches.

Highest Run Scorer and Highest Wicket Taker

Baba Aparajith is the highest run scorer for his team this season, as he scored 222 runs in just four innings, making him one of the most dependable players of CSG on the other hand, Abhishek Tanwar of the same team is the highest wicket-taker of the entire tournament so far with 11 wickets off just 4 games which is why we expect him to be the most successful bowler in the upcoming match.

SS vs CSG Captain and Vice Captain Choices

M Mohammed is a top captaincy pick after bagging 8 wickets in four matches and also being handy with the bat. His all-around ability and death-overs impact make him a high-value player. Vijay Shankar has been one of the most prominent players for CSG this season. He has contributed with both bat and ball and has played some serious, impactful knocks this season.

Baba Aparajith is a solid VC choice with his batting skillset. He has been the most consistent batter in the league. His experience and versatility offer great balance in fantasy points.

Abhishek Tanwar picked 2/40 in the last match and bowled key overs under pressure. His knack for breakthroughs and handy lower-order hitting make him a strong VC differential. He is the leading wicket-taker of the season with 11 wickets in four matches.

Top Picks for SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction

Nidhish Rajgopal from SS scored a fluent 69 off 44 balls in the third match of the season for SS. His current form and role at the top order make him a reliable fantasy option.

Baba Aparajith from CSG is the top scorer of the side with 222 runs to his name. He is a smart batsman and can handle the pace of the innings very well. He can score in an aggressive manner as well as anchor the innings if required.

Budget Picks for SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction

M Poiyamozhi (SS) took one wicket at an economy of 7 in the previous game and looks in good touch. He can be a smart pick for fantasy teams at a reasonable cost.

Aashiq-K (CSG) is a reliable left-handed batter who can control the middle overs and chip in with some crucial runs. He has scored 113 runs in the season so far and is an experienced player for the SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction.

SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction Team 1

• Wicketkeepers: R Kavin,
• Batters: Baba Aparajith, H Nishanth, N Rajagopal, Aashiq-K
• All-rounders: Vijay Shankar, A Tanwar, M Mohammed, Swapnil Singh
• Bowlers: L Raj, M Poiyamozhi

SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction Team 2

• Wicketkeepers: R Kavin,
• Batters: Baba Aparajith, H Nishanth, N Rajagopal
• All-rounders: Vijay Shankar, M Mohammed, A Tanwar, M Hariharan, S Sandhu
• Bowlers: M Poiyamozhi, M. Silambarasan

SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 17) TNPL 2025 Players to Avoid

R Vivek from SS and Dinesh Raj from CSG are two players you might consider avoiding for this match. R Vivek has struggled in the entire tournament and has gone without scoring many runs. Meanwhile, D Raj didn’t make any notable impact in CSG's last outing and actually in all four matches, so you can think of avoiding these players from your dream 11 team.

SS vs CSG Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 17) TNPL 2025 Expert Advice

Both teams consist of potential players who are capable of shocking the cricket fans through their performances, as we saw in this league. Here is some expert advice about captaincy, vice-captaincy and punt picks.

Captaincy Pick

The CSG all-rounder Vijay Shankar impressed in the entire season so far. With the potential to contribute quick runs down the order, Vijay offers dual value, making him a top captaincy option.

Vice-Captaincy Pick

The CSG batter Baba Indrajith has been the most consistent batter of the league. With his ability to anchor the top order, he remains a reliable vice-captaincy pick.

Punt Picks

N Rajagopal is an impressive batter from SS who can stabilise the innings and pick up pace when needed. A good differential pick in favourable conditions. On the other hand, A Tanwar is known for his knack of picking wickets in clusters; he can be a dangerous element if the pitch offers movement early on.

This SS vs CSG Dream11 team today includes a balanced combination of 1-4-4-2, including 1 wicketkeeper, 4 batters, 4 all-rounders, and 2 bowlers.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.