The Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025 is set to deliver another exciting edition of T20 cricket as it enters its ninth season. The ninth season of Tamil Nadu Premier League will be played from June 5 to July 6, 2025. The tournament promises a month of high-octane cricket action featuring eight competitive teams battling for the coveted championship title.
Tournament Overview
The tournament features a single round-robin format in the league stage, meaning each team will play every other team once. A total of 32 matches are scheduled, including 28 league games and four thrilling playoffs (Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Grand Final).
Key Tournament Details:
- Start Date: June 5, 2025
- End Date: July 6, 2025
- Total Matches: 32 (28 league matches + 4 playoff matches)
- Format: Single round-robin league stage followed by playoffs
- Teams: 8 franchises
Participating Teams
The TNPL 2025 features eight city-based franchise teams representing different districts of Tamil Nadu:
- Dindigul Dragons (Defending Champions)
- Lyca Kovai Kings
- Chepauk Super Gillies (Most successful team with 4 titles)
- Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans
- Nellai Royal Kings
- SKM Salem Spartans
- Siechem Madurai Panthers
- Trichy Grand Cholas
Venues and Stadium Details
The ninth season of the Tamil Nadu Premier League will begin on June 5, 2025, across four venues in Tamil Nadu – SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore, SCF Cricket Ground, Salem, Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli, and NPR College Ground, Dindigul.
Tournament Venues
| Venue | Location | Notable Features |
|---|---|---|
| SNR College Cricket Ground | Coimbatore | Opening matches venue |
| SCF Cricket Ground | Salem | Known for balanced pitch conditions |
| Indian Cement Company Ground | Tirunelveli | Historic venue with excellent facilities |
| NPR College Ground | Dindigul | Final venue – the ultimate championship match set to be held at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul on July 6 |
Tournament Format and Structure
League Stage
- Each team plays 7 matches (one against each opponent)
- Total of 28 league matches
- Top 4 teams qualify for playoffs
Playoff Structure
The top four teams at the end of the league stage will advance to the playoffs
- Qualifier 1: 1st vs 2nd placed teams
- Eliminator: 3rd vs 4th placed teams
- Qualifier 2: Loser of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Eliminator
- Final: Winner of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Qualifier 2
Match Timings
The TNPL 2025 matches will be played in the following time slots:
- Afternoon Matches: 3:15 PM IST
- Evening Matches: 7:15 PM IST
Weekend fixtures will feature double-headers to maximize entertainment for cricket fans.
TNPL 2025 Full Schedule
Opening Week (June 5-8, 2025)
| Date | Match | Teams | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 5 | Match 1 | Dindigul Dragons vs Lyca Kovai Kings | SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore | 7:15 PM |
| June 6 | Match 2 | Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Chepauk Super Gillies | SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore | 7:15 PM |
| June 7 | Match 3 | Nellai Royal Kings vs Trichy Grand Cholas | SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore | 3:15 PM |
| June 7 | Match 4 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs SKM Salem Spartans | SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore | 7:15 PM |
| June 8 | Match 5 | Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Dindigul Dragons | SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore | 7:15 PM |
Second Week (June 9-15, 2025)
| Date | Match | Teams | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 9 | Match 6 | Chepauk Super Gillies vs Lyca Kovai Kings | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 3:15 PM |
| June 9 | Match 7 | Trichy Grand Cholas vs SKM Salem Spartans | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 7:15 PM |
| June 10 | Match 8 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Nellai Royal Kings | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 7:15 PM |
| June 11 | Match 9 | Dindigul Dragons vs Chepauk Super Gillies | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 3:15 PM |
| June 11 | Match 10 | Lyca Kovai Kings vs Trichy Grand Cholas | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 7:15 PM |
| June 12 | Match 11 | SKM Salem Spartans vs Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 7:15 PM |
| June 13 | Match 12 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Dindigul Dragons | Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli | 3:15 PM |
| June 13 | Match 13 | Nellai Royal Kings vs Lyca Kovai Kings | Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli | 7:15 PM |
| June 14 | Match 14 | Chepauk Super Gillies vs Trichy Grand Cholas | Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli | 7:15 PM |
| June 15 | Match 15 | SKM Salem Spartans vs Dindigul Dragons | Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli | 7:15 PM |
Third Week (June 16-22, 2025)
| Date | Match | Teams | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16 | Match 16 | Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Nellai Royal Kings | Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli | 3:15 PM |
| June 16 | Match 17 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Chepauk Super Gillies | Indian Cement Company Ground, Tirunelveli | 7:15 PM |
| June 17 | Match 18 | Lyca Kovai Kings vs SKM Salem Spartans | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 7:15 PM |
| June 18 | Match 19 | Trichy Grand Cholas vs Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 3:15 PM |
| June 18 | Match 20 | Dindigul Dragons vs Nellai Royal Kings | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 7:15 PM |
| June 19 | Match 21 | Chepauk Super Gillies vs SKM Salem Spartans | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 7:15 PM |
| June 20 | Match 22 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Lyca Kovai Kings | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 3:15 PM |
| June 20 | Match 23 | Trichy Grand Cholas vs Dindigul Dragons | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 7:15 PM |
| June 21 | Match 24 | Nellai Royal Kings vs Chepauk Super Gillies | SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore | 7:15 PM |
| June 22 | Match 25 | Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Siechem Madurai Panthers | SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore | 7:15 PM |
Fourth Week (June 23-29, 2025)
| Date | Match | Teams | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 23 | Match 26 | SKM Salem Spartans vs Trichy Grand Cholas | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 3:15 PM |
| June 23 | Match 27 | Lyca Kovai Kings vs Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 7:15 PM |
| June 24 | Match 28 | Nellai Royal Kings vs SKM Salem Spartans | SCF Cricket Ground, Salem | 7:15 PM |
Playoff Matches (July 1-6, 2025)
| Date | Match | Teams | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 1 | Qualifier 1 | 1st vs 2nd | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 7:15 PM |
| July 2 | Eliminator | 3rd vs 4th | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 7:15 PM |
| July 4 | Qualifier 2 | Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 7:15 PM |
| July 6 | Final | Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2 | NPR College Ground, Dindigul | 7:15 PM |
Results of TNPL 2025
League Stage Results
| Match | Date | Teams | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | June 5 | Dindigul Dragons vs Lyca Kovai Kings | DD won by 7 Wickets |
| Match 2 | June 6 | Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Chepauk Super Gillies | CSG won by 8 wickets |
| Match 3 | June 7 | Nellai Royal Kings vs Trichy Grand Cholas | To be announced |
| Match 4 | June 7 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs SKM Salem Spartans | To be announced |
| Match 5 | June 8 | Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Dindigul Dragons | To be announced |
| Match 6 | June 9 | Chepauk Super Gillies vs Lyca Kovai Kings | To be announced |
| Match 7 | June 9 | Trichy Grand Cholas vs SKM Salem Spartans | To be announced |
| Match 8 | June 10 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Nellai Royal Kings | To be announced |
| Match 9 | June 11 | Dindigul Dragons vs Chepauk Super Gillies | To be announced |
| Match 10 | June 11 | Lyca Kovai Kings vs Trichy Grand Cholas | To be announced |
| Match 11 | June 12 | SKM Salem Spartans vs Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans | To be announced |
| Match 12 | June 13 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Dindigul Dragons | To be announced |
| Match 13 | June 13 | Nellai Royal Kings vs Lyca Kovai Kings | To be announced |
| Match 14 | June 14 | Chepauk Super Gillies vs Trichy Grand Cholas | To be announced |
| Match 15 | June 15 | SKM Salem Spartans vs Dindigul Dragons | To be announced |
| Match 16 | June 16 | Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Nellai Royal Kings | To be announced |
| Match 17 | June 16 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Chepauk Super Gillies | To be announced |
| Match 18 | June 17 | Lyca Kovai Kings vs SKM Salem Spartans | To be announced |
| Match 19 | June 18 | Trichy Grand Cholas vs Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans | To be announced |
| Match 20 | June 18 | Dindigul Dragons vs Nellai Royal Kings | To be announced |
| Match 21 | June 19 | Chepauk Super Gillies vs SKM Salem Spartans | To be announced |
| Match 22 | June 20 | Siechem Madurai Panthers vs Lyca Kovai Kings | To be announced |
| Match 23 | June 20 | Trichy Grand Cholas vs Dindigul Dragons | To be announced |
| Match 24 | June 21 | Nellai Royal Kings vs Chepauk Super Gillies | To be announced |
| Match 25 | June 22 | Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Siechem Madurai Panthers | To be announced |
| Match 26 | June 23 | SKM Salem Spartans vs Trichy Grand Cholas | To be announced |
| Match 27 | June 23 | Lyca Kovai Kings vs Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans | To be announced |
| Match 28 | June 24 | Nellai Royal Kings vs SKM Salem Spartans | To be announced |
Playoff Results
| Match | Date | Teams | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifier 1 | July 1 | 1st vs 2nd | To be announced |
| Eliminator | July 2 | 3rd vs 4th | To be announced |
| Qualifier 2 | July 4 | Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator | To be announced |
| Final | July 6 | Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2 | To be announced |
Live Streaming and Broadcast Details
Television Broadcast
The live telecast of the TNPL 2025 will be available on the Star Sports Network for Indian viewers. The matches will be broadcast on:
- Star Sports 1
- Star Sports 1 Tamil (with Tamil commentary)
- Star Sports 1 HD
Digital Streaming
The interested viewers can enjoy the live action of the tournament on the FanCode app and website.
Streaming Platforms:
- FanCode App (Android & iOS)
- FanCode Website (fancode.com)
- Android TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Samsung TV
Commentary Languages
- English
- Tamil (for localized experience)
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Key Players to Watch
The TNPL 2025 features several prominent Indian cricketers and rising stars:
Star Players:
- Ravichandran Ashwin (Dindigul Dragons) – India spinner and captain
- Varun Chakravarthy (Dindigul Dragons) – India mystery spinner
- Sai Sudharsan (Lyca Kovai Kings) – India opener
- Shahrukh Khan (Lyca Kovai Kings) – India all-rounder
- Vijay Shankar (Chepauk Super Gillies) – India all-rounder
- Washington Sundar (Trichy Grand Cholas) – India all-rounder
- T Natarajan (Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans) – India fast bowler
Prize Money and Awards
The winners of TNPL are awarded ₹10 million (US$120,000) with the runners-up receiving ₹6 million (US$71,000). The two semi-finalists are awarded ₹4 million (US$47,000) each with the remaining four teams receiving ₹2.5 million (US$30,000) each.
Prize Distribution:
- Champions: ₹1 Crore
- Runners-up: ₹60 Lakhs
- Semi-finalists: ₹40 Lakhs each
- Other teams: ₹25 Lakhs each
History of Tamil Nadu Premier League
The Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) is a men’s Twenty20 (T20) cricket league that is annually held in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is organised by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association and contested by eight city-based franchise teams. The inaugural season was held in 2016.
Tournament History:
- Most Successful Team: Chepauk Super Gillies (4 titles)
- Defending Champions: Dindigul Dragons (2024 winners)
- Tournament Format: Similar to IPL structure
- Player Development: Platform for local Tamil Nadu talent
The TNPL 2025 promises to continue the league’s tradition of showcasing exceptional cricket talent while providing thrilling entertainment for fans across Tamil Nadu and beyond. With established stars like Sai Sudarshan, R Ashwin, and several emerging players competing across four iconic venues, the ninth edition is set to deliver memorable moments and intense competition throughout the month-long tournament.