CSG vs NRK Fantasy Prediction, 3rd Match: Chepauk Super Gillies vs Nellai Royal Kings Fantasy Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, TNPL 2026

CSG vs NRK Fantasy Team prediction begins with Chepauk Super Gillies, the most successful team in TNPL history, opening their season against Nellai Royal Kings, who are still chasing their first ever title. Narayan Jagadeesan captains a Chepauk side looking to get back among the contenders after missing the playoffs in 2023. Sonu Yadav leads Nellai Royal Kings this year, with former captain Arun Karthik still part of the squad.

CSG vs NRK Match Details

Match: Chepauk Super Gillies vs Nellai Royal Kings, 3rd Match, Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2026
Date: Wednesday, 5 August 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: NPR College Ground, Dindigul
TV in India: Sony Sports Ten 4

Recent Form

Neither team has played yet this season, so we’re working off last year. Chepauk Super Gillies reached the playoffs but lost both Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2, missing out on a fifth title. Nellai Royal Kings had a rougher time, losing four of their last five games in 2025 and finishing well down the table. Both sides will want a fast start to this new season.

Points Table

Both teams are on zero points, since neither has played a game yet this season. A win here gives either side an early lead in the table.

CSG vs NRK Head to Head Record

This is about as even as it gets. Chepauk Super Gillies and Nellai Royal Kings have split their last 10 meetings 4-4. Their most recent clash last season went Chepauk’s way, chasing down 171 with plenty to spare. Nellai’s biggest recent win in this fixture came in 2023, when they chased down 159 with ease.

CSG vs NRK Squads

Chepauk Super Gillies: Narayan Jagadeesan captains the side and keeps wicket, leading the most successful team in TNPL history with four titles to their name. The big story of their auction was signing wicketkeeper batter Ashwanth Valthapa for 14.45 lakh, the most expensive buy in the whole TNPL 2026 auction. Swapnil Singh and Abhishek Tanwar add depth with the ball. Full squad: Narayan Jagadeesan (c, wk), Ashwanth Valthapa, R Ram Arvindh, M Vignesh, HI Waseem Ahmed, Dinesh Raj, Abhishek Tanwar, Prem Kumar, RS Mokit Hariharan, K Aashiq, Rajalingam G, N Sunil Krishna, S Sujay, Harish Aadithiya, Mohana Prasath, M Silambarasan, Swapnil Singh, B Arun, TD Lokesh Raj, Murgesan Ashwin.

Nellai Royal Kings: Sonu Yadav captains the side 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, adds proven batting depth. Full squad: Sonu Yadav (c), Ajitesh Guruswamy, Muhammed Adnan Khan, Rithik Easwaran, D Santhosh Kumar, Arun Karthik, Athish SR, Sachin Rathi, U Mukilesh, Rocky Bhasker, Emmanuel Cherian, J Rohan, Valliappan Yudheeswaran, NS Harish, Ramalingam Rohit, Selvaganapathi S, S Risheek Kumar, Bharath Kumar M, Sachin Sre Dev, Subash S.

Pitch Report

NPR College Ground is a good place to bat, as we saw in the tournament opener. Across 77 matches here, the average first innings score is 156, and this ground has produced the highest total in TNPL history, 220. Seamers have done most of the wicket taking recently, picking up around 59 percent of the wickets over the last 10 matches.

Weather Report

Wednesday evening in Dindigul should be hot, with temperatures around 92°F (33°C). Rain chances vary depending on the source, from around 10 percent up to 55 percent, so it’s worth a check before the match, though conditions should stay mostly dry.

Probable Playing XIs

Chepauk Super Gillies (Probable): Ashwanth Valthapa, R Ram Arvindh, HI Waseem Ahmed, Narayan Jagadeesan (c, wk), M Vignesh, Abhishek Tanwar, RS Mokit Hariharan, Swapnil Singh, K Aashiq, M Silambarasan, TD Lokesh Raj.

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

These are the likely lineups. Both are confirmed at the toss.

Key Player Battles

Narayan Jagadeesan vs Sachin Rathi: Jagadeesan is one of the most consistent run scorers in TNPL history, and Rathi’s pace with the new ball is the first big test of his innings.

Ashwanth Valthapa vs Valliappan Yudheeswaran: The most expensive buy in the whole auction against a bowler with a strong record in this competition. A proper contest early in the Chepauk innings.

Arun Karthik vs Swapnil Singh: Karthik’s experience at the top of the order against Swapnil’s left arm spin in the middle overs.

Jagadeesan gets the captaincy as Chepauk’s most consistent batter and captain. Sonu Yadav is vice captain as Nellai’s captain and an all rounder who contributes with bat and ball. The rest of the team mixes both batting orders with the main bowlers, since this ground has favoured seam.

For grand leagues, try Yudheeswaran as captain. He’s a proven wicket taker who won’t be picked as much as the bigger batting names. Valthapa as vice captain gives you the most expensive buy in the auction, still with a point to prove. NS Harish and Rocky Bhasker are cheap picks who could still contribute with bat or ball.

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Match Prediction

Chepauk Super Gillies look the more settled side, with the most titles in TNPL history and a big money signing in Ashwanth Valthapa to go with their usual depth. Nellai Royal Kings have quality in Arun Karthik and Ajitesh Guruswamy, and a new captain in Sonu Yadav will want to start well. Chepauk Super Gillies are the pick, though the head to head is close enough that this could go either way.

CSG vs NRK Fantasy Team Prediction FAQs

Q. Who will win the CSG vs NRK 3rd match today?
A. Chepauk Super Gillies are favoured given their squad depth and history as the most successful TNPL team, though the head to head record is close and Nellai Royal Kings have enough experience to make a game of it.

Q. What is the CSG vs NRK Fantasy prediction for the 3rd match?
A. Narayan Jagadeesan and Sonu Yadav are the top captaincy picks. Ashwanth Valthapa and Valliappan Yudheeswaran 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 156 and the highest total in TNPL history set here. Seamers have taken most of the wickets recently.

Q. Who is the captain of Nellai Royal Kings this season?
A. Sonu Yadav captains Nellai Royal Kings for 2026. Former captain Arun Karthik remains part of the squad.

Q. What is the probable Playing XI for CSG vs NRK?
A. Chepauk Super Gillies should be led by Narayan Jagadeesan with big money signing Ashwanth Valthapa in the batting. Nellai Royal Kings will build around captain Sonu Yadav, Arun Karthik and Ajitesh Guruswamy. Final XIs are confirmed at the toss.

Q. Is there a rain threat for the CSG vs NRK match?
A. It’s mixed depending on the source, ranging from around 10 to 55 percent. Conditions should stay mostly dry, but check the toss just in case.