Highlights | LKK vs ITT, TNPL 2023 1st Match Cricket Score and Updates: Lyca Kovai Kings Win By 70 runs

Lyca Kovai Kings vs IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans (LKK vs ITT), TNPL 2023 LIVE Cricket Score and Updates: Sai Sudharsan and Shahrukh Khan star in LKK's first win of the season.

Sai Sudharsan's 86 runs knock in 45 balls with the help of eight boundaries and four sixes followed by Shahrukh Khan's three-wicket haul helped Lyca Kovai King beat IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans by 70 runs at the SNR College Cricket Ground, Coimbatore in the first match of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2023 on Monday. 

The seventh edition of India's biggest cricket state tournament is set to begin on Monday (June 12) as Lyca Kovai Kings will take on IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans.

All-rounder Shahrukh Khan is the captain of Kovai Kings where Gujarat Titans star batter Sai Sudharsan is also part of the squad. M Mohammad will be the bowler to look out for in this clash.

For IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans, all-rounder Vijay Shankar will lead the side from the front with R Sai Kishore in the lineup, who can be considered the best pick from their bowling department.

The pitch in Coimbatore is likely to support the batters in the initial games of the tournament. A total of nine games were played at the same venue last season out of which six times the team chasing won the contest.

Follow LIVE Score and updates TNPL 2023 Match between Lyca Kovai Kings and IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans Here.

12 June 2023

23:03 IST

LIVE TNPL 2023 LKK vs ITT score: Lyca seals a commanding victory as ITT falters in chase

Lyca emerged triumphant in a resounding fashion as ITT never posed a serious threat, crumbling from 41/1 to a dire 64/7, sealing their fate. The crucial dismissal of Vijay Shankar early on proved to be a major turning point, with the remaining batsmen failing to withstand the pressure. While an early finish seemed imminent, the match meandered to a lackluster conclusion as the lower-order batsmen resorted to cautious singles, prioritizing self-preservation. SRK, the captain, had an exceptional game with his astute leadership, evidenced by successful bowling changes. Additionally, the legbreaks delivered by the talented Jhatavedh Subramanyan, who previously represented the Durham 2nd XI, left a lasting impression.

22:42 IST

LIVE TNPL 2023 LKK vs ITT score: LKK On Top

Tushar Raheja was run out by a direct throw from the fielder at deep backward square leg. Raheja attempted to complete a single but was well short of the crease as Suresh Kumar collected the throw and dislodged the bails. Raheja departed after scoring 33 runs off 33 balls, including 3 boundaries and 1 six.

Live Score ITT 97/9 (18.4)  CRR: 5.2  REQ: 62.25