NRK vs TGC Fantasy Prediction, 12th Match: Nellai Royal Kings vs Trichy Grand Cholas Fantasy Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, TNPL 2026

Nellai Royal Kings are the form team of the tournament so far, unbeaten in two games and sitting top of the table. They beat Chepauk Super Gillies and Dindigul Dragons to open their season in style. For the NRK vs TGC Fantasy Team, Nellai Royal Kings’ strong start makes their in-form players important fantasy picks. Trichy Grand Cholas have had a more mixed start, with a loss to Madurai Panthers followed by a win over Salem Spartans. Sonu Yadav captains an in form Nellai side, and J Suresh Kumar leads Trichy, with India all rounder Washington Sundar in the ranks.

NRK vs TGC Match Details

Match: Nellai Royal Kings vs Trichy Grand Cholas, 12th Match, Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2026
Date: Tuesday, 11 August 2026
Time: 3:30 PM IST
Venue: NPR College Ground, Dindigul
TV in India: Sony Sports Ten 4

Recent Form

Nellai Royal Kings have won both their games this season, chasing down 171 against Dindigul Dragons with three balls to spare after opening with a big win over Chepauk Super Gillies. It’s a strong turnaround after a tough end to last season, when they lost three of their last four games. Trichy Grand Cholas have split their two matches, losing a close one to Madurai Panthers despite posting 173, then bouncing back to beat Salem Spartans by 3 wickets.

Points Table

Nellai Royal Kings sit top of the table with two wins from two games and four points. Trichy Grand Cholas are just behind with one win from two and two points. A win here would give Nellai Royal Kings a real head start in the group stage.

NRK vs TGC Head to Head Record

Nellai Royal Kings hold a narrow edge, winning two of the last three meetings. Their most recent win came last season, chasing down 158 with plenty of overs in hand. Trichy’s win in that stretch came in 2024, posting 182 and getting home by 5 runs.

NRK vs TGC Squads

Nellai Royal Kings: Sonu Yadav captains the side and has led the team to two wins from two so far this season. Former captain Arun Karthik remains a key part of the squad, and Guruswamy Ajitesh, who was Player of the Series in a past TNPL season, gives the batting real depth. Full squad: Sonu Yadav (c), Ajitesh Guruswamy, Muhammed Adnan Khan, Rithik Easwaran, Santosh K Duraisamy (wk), Arun Karthik, S R Athish, Sachin Rathi, U Mukilesh, Rocky Bhasker, Emmanuel Cherian, Rohan J, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, NS Harish, Ramalingam Rohit, S Selvaganapathi, S Risheek Kumar, Bharath Kumar M, Sachin Sre Dev, S Subash, Arun Yoghi.

Trichy Grand Cholas: J Suresh Kumar captains the side and keeps wicket. The headline name is India all rounder Washington Sundar, who gives the side real class, alongside Antony Dhas and R Sanjay Yadav rounding out a strong all round unit. Full squad: J Suresh Kumar (c, wk), K Easwaran, Jafar Jamal, G Sai Shriram, Saran T, Shyam Sundar, Antony Dhas, Jagatheesan Kousik, R Rajkumar, R Sanjay Yadav, Selvam Suresh Kumar, Washington Sundar, K Rajkumar, Ramesh Kalimuthu, Vijay Abimanyu, M Ganesh Moorthi, N Selva Kumaran, V Athisayaraj Davidson, P Saravan Kumar, K Gowtham Thamarai Kannan.

Pitch Report

NPR College Ground continues to be a strong batting pitch, with an average first innings score of 158 across 86 matches and a highest total of 240. Pace has been the dominant factor recently too, with seamers taking 61 percent of the wickets over the last 10 matches. Chasing has worked well here lately, with the side batting second winning 53 percent of matches at this ground.

Weather Report

This is a real concern for Tuesday. Forecasts show a rain chance of around 55 to 60 percent, with cloudy, humid conditions and temperatures near 97°F (36°C). Check the toss closely before locking your fantasy team, since a delay or reduced overs game is a real possibility.

NRK vs TGC Fantasy Team Key Players Recent Form

Nellai Royal Kings (NRK)

D Santosh Kumar: ( 43 Runs, 44 Runs, 7 Runs, )
U Mukilesh: ( 46 Runs, 43 Runs, 19 Runs, )
Athish SR: ( 22 Runs, 8 Runs, 41 Runs, )
Ajitesh Guruswamy: ( 35 Runs, 46 Runs, 27 Runs, )
Sonu Yadav: ( 23 Runs, 19 Runs & 3 Wickets, 35 Runs & 2 Wickets, )
Rocky Bhasker: ( 2 Wickets, 2 Wickets, )

Trichy Grand Cholas (TGC)

K Rajkumar: 67 Runs,
Suresh Kumar: ( 43 Runs, 22 Runs, )
J Kousik: 46 Runs,
Sanjay Yadav: ( 2 Wickets, 37 Runs, )
R Rajkumar: ( 13 Runs, 35 Runs & 2 Wickets, )
Antony Dhas: ( 2 Wickets, 3 Wickets, )
Gowtham Thamari: 2 Wickets

Note: Player recent form is based on their latest appearances before the NRK vs TGC match and may be updated after the toss if required.

Probable Playing XIs

Nellai Royal Kings (Probable): Rithik Easwaran, S R Athish, Arun Karthik, Ajitesh Guruswamy, Sonu Yadav (c), NS Harish, U Mukilesh, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, Emmanuel Cherian, Sachin Rathi, Rocky Bhasker.

Trichy Grand Cholas (Probable): K Easwaran, Jafar Jamal, G Sai Shriram, J Suresh Kumar (c, wk), Washington Sundar, Antony Dhas, R Sanjay Yadav, Jagatheesan Kousik, R Rajkumar, V Athisayaraj Davidson, M Ganesh Moorthi.

These are the likely lineups. Both are confirmed at the toss, and rain could force late changes.

Key Player Battles

Washington Sundar vs Sachin Rathi: Sundar’s class with bat and ball against Rathi’s pace with the new ball, a proper early contest for Trichy.

Sonu Yadav vs Antony Dhas: Two all rounders leading from the front, with Yadav in the form of his life as an unbeaten captain and Dhas capable of turning a game on its own.

Ajitesh Guruswamy vs R Sanjay Yadav: Guruswamy has a strong record with the bat in this competition, and Sanjay Yadav’s all round skills give Trichy a real answer in the middle overs.

NRK vs TGC Fantasy Team: Small League

Wicketkeepers: J Suresh Kumar, Arun Karthik

Batters: Ajitesh Guruswamy, Sachin Rathi,

All-rounders: Sonu Yadav (C), Washington Sundar (VC), R Sanjay Yadav, Antony Dhas,

Bowlers: NS Harish, K Easwaran, Valliappan Yudheeswaran,

Sonu Yadav gets the captaincy as the leader of the unbeaten table toppers. Washington Sundar is vice captain as the standout name on either side, capable of contributing with bat and ball. The rest of the team mixes both batting orders with the main bowlers, since this ground has favoured pace.

NRK vs TGC Fantasy Team: Grand League

Wicketkeepers: J Suresh Kumar, Arun Karthik,

Batters: Ajitesh Guruswamy (VC), Sachin Rathi, U Mukilesh,

All-rounders: Antony Dhas (C), Sonu Yadav, Jagatheesan Kousik, Washington Sundar,

Bowlers: R Rajkumar, Emmanuel Cherian,

For grand leagues, try Dhas as captain. He’s an all rounder who won’t be picked as much as Washington Sundar. Guruswamy as vice captain gives you a proven run scorer for Nellai. Jagatheesan Kousik and U Mukilesh are cheap picks who could still contribute with bat or ball.

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Match Prediction

Nellai Royal Kings are the team to beat right now, unbeaten and playing with real confidence after two strong wins. Trichy Grand Cholas have shown they can compete, with Washington Sundar giving them a real point of difference, but they’ll need to be at their best to knock the league leaders off top spot. Nellai Royal Kings get the edge on current form, though rain could easily have the final say on how this one plays out.

NRK vs TGC Fantasy Team – FAQs

Q. Who will win the NRK vs TGC 12th match today?
A. Nellai Royal Kings are favoured, unbeaten in two games and sitting top of the table, though Trichy Grand Cholas have Washington Sundar and enough quality to make it competitive.

Q. What is the NRK vs TGC Fantasy prediction for the 12th match?
A. Sonu Yadav and Washington Sundar are the top captaincy picks. Antony Dhas and Ajitesh Guruswamy are good differential options.

Q. What is the pitch report for NPR College Ground, Dindigul?
A. It’s a strong batting pitch, with an average first innings score of 158 and a highest total of 240 this season. Seamers have taken most of the wickets recently, and chasing has worked well too.

Q. Are Nellai Royal Kings unbeaten this season?
A. Yes. They’ve won both their matches so far, beating Chepauk Super Gillies and Dindigul Dragons, and sit top of the points table.

Q. What is the probable Playing XI for NRK vs TGC?
A. Nellai Royal Kings should be led by Sonu Yadav with Arun Karthik and Ajitesh Guruswamy in the batting. Trichy Grand Cholas will build around captain J Suresh Kumar and Washington Sundar. Final XIs are confirmed at the toss.

Q. Will rain affect the NRK vs TGC match?
A. It’s a real risk. Forecasts show a rain chance of around 55 to 60 percent for Tuesday, so check the toss before finalising your team.