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New Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Sport
- New Indian Express
I attribute our victory to teamwork: Sai Kishore
At the TNPL final, Dindigul was the favourites to defend the crown. With Ashwin leading from the front by opening the bowling and batting, everyone put their money on the team. But a small pep talk did the trick. 'I told the boys to take the final as just another league game and not put pressure on themselves. I also told our batters not to be intimidated by some of the big names in the Dindigul ranks. We told them to play their natural game on the merit of the ball and luckily it worked for us,' shared Sai Kishore. Another aspect of Tiruppur's success was the free hand that the skipper got to marshal his resources. At times, he promoted himself at the top of the order to score some runs quickly. 'The team management had confidence in me and gave me a free hand to go about the very handy task. In T20, you have to go by instinct, so sometimes it may work or backfire. Since I had the freedom, most things worked for us,' he said. TNPL done, Sai Kishore is now off to England for county cricket.
Indian Express
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
R Ashwin of ball tampering charges, TNPL warns disciplinary action for ‘baseless or defamatory allegations'
Ravichandran Ashwin and his Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) side Dindigul Dragons have been cleared of ball-tampering by the league. It also gave the Madurai Panthers, who made the accusation, the option of requesting an independent enquiry into the incident while warning them that they will face disciplinary action if their allegations turn out to be baseless. Madurai had alleged that Dindigul used towels treated with chemicals that resulted in the ball getting heavier and produced metallic sound when it came into contact with the bat. 'The towels in question were TNCA-issued and equally available to both teams,' the TNPL CEO Prasanna Kannan said in a statement. 'The Playing Control Team-including umpires and the match referee-maintained full oversight of the ball throughout the match. No concerns were raised during play, and no verifiable evidence has been provided. The claims appear speculative and post-facto in nature.' The match in question started after a brief delay following a short downpour in Salem, following which Madurai batted first and made 150/8 in 20 overs, which Dindigul overhauled in 12.3 overs and 9 wickets to spare. Ashwin had gone wicketless with the ball before scoring 49 as an opener. The tournament itself has been hampered by rain as it coincides with the monsoon season in Tamil Nadu. Factoring in the damp conditions, The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association provides towels to each of the franchises and players are allowed to use it to dry the ball only in front of the umpires. 'They have to dry the ball only using the towels provided by TNPL. And every time the ball is hit for a six or immediately after a dismissal and over-break, umpires regularly check the ball and they didn't find any issue with the ball during the said match,' Kannan had earlier told the Indian Express. If the franchise still wants to pursue the matter, the TNPL said that they can go for an independent enquiry but a formal request for the same has to be raised by 3pm IST on Tuesday. 'Should the franchise possess credible and verifiable evidence, they may submit a formal request for an Independent Commission of Enquiry by 3 PM on 17th June, along with supporting material (video, photographic, or testimonial),' it said. It then stated: 'TNCA cautions that baseless or defamatory allegations may lead to disciplinary action under the TNCA Code of Conduct and Operational Rules.'
India Today
16-06-2025
- Sport
- India Today
R Ashwin accused of ball-tampering with chemically-treated towels in TNPL: Report
R Ashwin continues to remain in the spotlight during the ninth edition of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL). Just days after being sanctioned for an outburst against an on-field umpire, Ashwin has now been accused of ball tampering by one of the to The Indian Express, the Siechem Madurai Panthers—one of the eight teams in the TNPL—have accused Ashwin and his team, Dindigul Dragons, of tampering with the ball during their match on Saturday, 14 June, at the SCF Cricket Ground in a written complaint to the TNPL, the Madurai Panthers alleged that Ashwin and his team used towels—allegedly treated with chemicals—to alter the condition of the ball. They also claimed that the tampering continued despite 'repeated warnings'. However, TNPL CEO Prasanna Kannan, as quoted in the report, dismissed any immediate suggestion of foul play. He urged the Madurai Panthers to produce concrete evidence to support their claims against Ashwin and the Dindigul franchise.'They have filed a complaint, which we have acknowledged. Although complaints are to be lodged within 24 hours of the match, we have still accepted it and asked them to provide proof of their allegations,' Prasanna told the newspaper.'We will form an independent committee if there is any substance to the claims. Without sufficient evidence, it is inappropriate to level such accusations against a player or franchise. If no evidence is presented, the Madurai Panthers will face sanctions,' he also clarified that the TNPL has permitted the use of towels provided by the league to dry the ball in front of the umpires. This decision was taken in light of the league's scheduling, which coincides with the monsoon season in Tamil SHINES WITH BATThe match in question began after a short rain delay in first, the Madurai Panthers were restricted to 150 for 8 in their 20 overs after Ashwin won the toss and chose to field. Atheeq Ur Rahman was the top scorer, registering a half-century off 41 bowled a disciplined spell, conceding just 27 runs in his four overs. G Periyasamy and DT Chandrasekhar picked up two wickets apiece, while Varun Chakravarthy returned figures of 1 for 19 in four overs. Fast bowler Sandeep Warrier also chipped in with a response, Ashwin led the chase with a scintillating 29-ball 49, continuing his strong form as an opener for Dindigul in this year's TNPL. His knock included three sixes and six it was his opening partner, Shivam Singh, who stole the limelight with an explosive 41-ball 86, featuring six sixes and eight fours. Dindigul chased down the target of 151 in just 12.3 in the season, Ashwin was fined 30 percent of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpiring decision during Dindigul's match against the Tiruppur Tamizhans on 6 June champions Dindigul, who are in fifth spot with two wins in three matches, will take on Chepauk Super Gillies, June 16, on Monday in Watch
NDTV
15-06-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Watch: R Ashwin's Blunder Triggers Hilarious Fielding Error In TNPL, Internet Says: "Chaos, Comedy..."
A hilarious moment took place in the outfield during the ongoing Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025. In a match between Dindigul Dragons and Siechem Madurai Panthers, a bizarre series of events took place. Bowling first, Dindigul committed a comedy of errors in the outfield, making not one or two, but three misfields for the same sequence of play. As a result, Madurai batters were able to convert a quick single into three runs just by running between the wickets and taking advantage of the calamitous fielding. The event took place on the penultimate ball of the first innings, with tailender Gurjapneet Singh on strike. Gurjapneet had played the ball towards extra cover and tried to sneak a quick single. However, the throw by Dindigul captain, legendary India spinner R Ashwin, was not collected properly at the stumps. Watch: Comedy of errors in the field in TNPL 2025 THIS IS PEAK TNPL MOMENT — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 14, 2025 This misfield allowed Gurjapneet and batting partner S Rajalingam to take two runs. Hilariously, the throw from short mid-wicket was wayward too, and the batters were able to take yet another run. Somehow, the third throw, coming in from short third man, also missed its aim, and for a second it seemed as if the batters could end up running four by themselves. Fans and users on the internet could not help but acknowledge the clip, which went viral on social media. A classic TNPL moment chaos comedy, and cricket all rolled into one — pragati kumari (@pragatikum43700) June 14, 2025 It always happens to be crazy things in tnpl lol — chinmay (@onlycm97) June 14, 2025 They are still running — Vrushabh (@VMahadik26407) June 14, 2025 The comedy of errors helped Siechem Madurai Panthers reach a total of 150/8 in 20 overs. However, the total did not prove to be enough. Dindigul Dragons, the defending champions of TNPL, chased it down with ease, reaching their target of 151 in just 12.3 overs. Ashwin played an excellent knock. Playing as an opener, Ashwin slammed 49 runs in just 29 balls, putting up an opening stand of 124 with partner Shivam Singh. The latter performed even better, staying unbeaten till the end on 86 runs off just 41 balls, as Dindigul cruised to victory with nine wickets in hand. Ashwin laced his innings with six boundaries and three sixes, while Shivam hit eight fours and half a dozen sixes. Dindigul Dragons are one of the most power-packed sides of TNPL 2025, featuring names who have played or have been in contention for the senior India team before. Apart from Ashwin, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy also plays for them. Veteran pacer Sandeep Warrier, who represented India in one T20I, also plays for Dindigul, as well as wicket-keeper batter Baba Indrajith who has previously played for India A.
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Ashwin punished for outburst at umpires, hitting his pads and throwing gloves in the air in TNPL match
Veteran India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin is not having a good time on the cricket field after announcing his retirement from international cricket. Ashwin, who had an ordinary IPL with both bat and ball for the Chennai Super Kings, was reportedly punished for a breach of code of conduct during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) match between Dindigul Dragons and Tiruppur Tamizhans on Sunday (June 8) at the Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science Cricket Ground in Coimbatore. Dindigul captain Ashwin was fined 30% of his match fees after the match referee, Arjun Kripal Singh, found him guilty on two accounts - showing dissent towards the umpires and misuse of equipment. "There was a hearing conducted by the match referee after the game," a TNPL official told Cricbuzz. "Ashwin was fined 10 per cent for showing dissent towards the umpires and 20 per cent for misuse of equipment. He accepted the sanctions." Ashwin was seen having a heated argument with umpire Kritika after being given out lbw in the penultimate ball of the fifth over off the bowling of his counterpart in Tiruppur Tamizhans, R Sai Kishore. Sai Kishore tossed one up on the pads, inviting Ashwin for the big shot. The right-hander, who decided to open the batting, went for a big sweep but failed to make any connection. The ball appeared to have pitched outside the leg stump, but the umpire raised her finger, much to the dismay of Ashwin. Ashwin could not use DRS as Didigul had already exhausted their reviews on unsuccessful wide-ball referrals. The 38-year-old walked towards the umpire and mouthed a few words. He continued to demand an explanation from the umpires, who did not feel compelled to reply. Furious at the turn of events, Ashwin stormed off the pitch. While walking back to the pavilion, he slammed the bat on his pads and threw his gloves in the air inches away from the dugout. His show of dissent did not stop there. Ashwin kept shouting at the umpires from the dugout. His body and hand gestures are as aggressive as they can be. Ashwin got Dindigul Dragons off to a brisk start with a quick 18 off 11 balls, featuring two fours and a six. But his dismissal at 39/1 in the fifth over triggered a dramatic collapse, as Dindigul lost their remaining nine wickets for just 54 runs, crumbling to 93 all out in 16.2 overs. The Tiruppur Tamizhans made light work of the modest target. Wicketkeeper-batter Tushar Raheja anchored the chase with an unbeaten 65, sealing a dominant nine-wicket win with 49 balls to spare. With this comprehensive victory, Tiruppur asserted their dominance, while Dindigul slipped to fifth place on the TNPL points table, with one win and one loss from two matches. This is the ninth edition of the Tamil Nadu Premier League, which kicked off on June 6 and runs through to July 6. Tiruppur's bowlers were outstanding as a unit, dismantling Dindigul's lineup with disciplined spells. Esakkimuthu led the attack with impressive figures, claiming four wickets, while Sai Kishore picked up two. Shivam was the only notable contributor with the bat for Dindigul, scoring 30, as only three batters managed to reach double figures. Ashwin had a forgettable IPL 2024 campaign with Chennai Super Kings, where he started his IPL journey back in 2009. He picked up just 7 wickets in 9 matches and contributed a mere 33 runs, even being dropped from the playing XI in some games. With his form dipping, CSK may consider releasing the veteran all-rounder ahead of the next season.
