DD vs NRK Fantasy Prediction, 6th Match: Dindigul Dragons vs Nellai Royal Kings Fantasy Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, TNPL 2026

Two unbeaten teams meet at NPR College Ground in the DD vs NRK Fantasy Team clash. Dindigul Dragons opened their season with an upset win over defending champions IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans, the first game under new captain Baba Indrajith. Nellai Royal Kings also won their opener, chasing down a big total against Chepauk Super Gillies under new captain Sonu Yadav. Something has to give here.

DD vs NRK Match Details

Match: Dindigul Dragons vs Nellai Royal Kings, 6th Match, Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2026
Date: Friday, 7 August 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: NPR College Ground, Dindigul
TV in India: Sony Sports Ten 4

Recent Form

Dindigul Dragons started their season with a win, bowling out IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans for 107 and chasing the target down in 18.3 overs. It was a big statement from a Dragons side under new leadership after R Ashwin left the franchise. Nellai Royal Kings also began well, posting 204 against Chepauk Super Gillies and bowling them out for 154 to win comfortably. Both teams will be keen to make it two wins from two.

Points Table

Both Dindigul Dragons and Nellai Royal Kings sit on two points after their opening wins, giving this match extra importance for whoever wants to build early momentum in the table.

DD vs NRK Head to Head Record

This rivalry is dead even, split 4-4 across the last 10 meetings. Their most recent clash last season went Dindigul’s way in a close finish, chasing down 179 with two balls to spare. Nellai’s last win in this fixture came in 2024, in an equally tight contest.

DD vs NRK Squads

Dindigul Dragons: Baba Indrajith captains the side, back in the role after previously leading Dindigul in 2023. He led the side to an upset win over the defending champions in the opener, replacing R Ashwin, who left the franchise after retiring from BCCI affiliated cricket to pursue Major League Cricket. Varun Chakravarthy was Dindigul’s top retention and remains their biggest name. Full squad: Baba Indrajith (c), Varun Chakravarthy, Hunny, Sandeep Warrier, Shivam Singh, Atul Maruti Vitkar, Dinesh H, Jayant R K, Karthik Saran M, Sasidharan R, Vimal Khumar R, Viju Arul M, Anuraag Rajesh Nair, Bhuvaneswaran P, Kishore B K, Krish E, Mohit Mittan, Nirankar Sharma, Sakthi Karuppasamy, Vineeth V K.

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, gives the batting real 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, Arun Yoghi.

Pitch Report

NPR College Ground continues to play as a strong batting pitch this season, with an average first innings score of 156 across 80 matches and the highest total in TNPL history, 220, set here. Seamers have done most of the wicket taking recently, picking up around 59 percent of the wickets over the last 10 matches. Both sides have already shown they can post or chase big totals here, so expect runs.

Weather Report

Friday evening in Dindigul should stay fairly dry, with only around a 20 percent chance of rain and temperatures around 90°F (32°C), a clear improvement on the wetter conditions earlier in the week. A full match looks likely.

DD vs NRK Fantasy Team Key Players Recent Form

Dindigul Dragons (DD)

Vimal Khumar: 33 Runs,
Anuragg Rajesh Nair: 34 Runs,
Hunny Saini: 17 Runs,
Nirankar Sharma: 3 Wickets,
P Bhuvaneswaran: 3 Wickets,
Sakthi Karuppasamy: 2 Wickets,

Nellai Royal Kings (NRK)

Athish SR: 41 Runs,
Rithik Easwaran: 36 Runs,
Sonu Yadav: 35 Runs & 2 Wickets,
Adnan Khan: 25 Runs,
NS Harish: 4 Wickets,
Rocky Bhasker: 2 Wickets,

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

Probable Playing XIs

Dindigul Dragons (Probable): Vimal Khumar R, Shivam Singh, Baba Indrajith (c), Karthik Saran M, Hunny, Varun Chakravarthy, Sandeep Warrier, Jayant R K, Viju Arul M, Sasidharan R, Krish E.

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

Varun Chakravarthy vs Ajitesh Guruswamy: Chakravarthy’s mystery spin against a batter with a strong record in this competition. Whoever wins this early contest could set the tone for the whole innings.

Baba Indrajith vs Sachin Rathi: Dindigul’s new captain, fresh off leading his side to an upset win, against Nellai’s pace option with the new ball.

Sonu Yadav vs Sandeep Warrier: Two captains, with Yadav looking to lead from the front and Warrier’s experience with the ball a stern early test.

DD vs NRK Fantasy Team: Small League

Wicket-Keepers: Baba Indrajith, Ajitesh Guruswamy,

Batters: Shivam Singh, Arun Karthik,

All-Rounders: Sonu Yadav (VC), U Mukilesh, NS Harish,

Bowlers: Varun Chakravarthy (C), Sandeep Warrier, Sachin Rathi, Rocky Bhasker,

Chakravarthy gets the captaincy as Dindigul’s most recognisable name and a proven wicket taker. Sonu Yadav is vice captain as Nellai’s captain, fresh off a big win. The rest of the team mixes both batting orders with the main bowlers, since this ground has favoured pace.

DD vs NRK Fantasy Team: Grand League

Wicket-Keepers: Baba Indrajith, Ajitesh Guruswamy (Vc),

Batters: Arun Karthik, Karthik Saran M,

All-Rounders: Sonu Yadav, Hunny,

Bowlers: Sandeep Warrier (C), Varun Chakravarthy, Sachin Rathi, Emmanuel Cherian, Valliappan Yudheeswaran,

For grand leagues, try Warrier as captain. He’s a proven wicket taker who won’t be picked as much as the bigger names. Guruswamy as vice captain gives you a batter with a strong record in this competition. Karthik Saran M and Emmanuel Cherian are cheap picks who could still contribute with the bat.

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Match Prediction

Both teams start this one unbeaten, which makes it hard to split. Dindigul Dragons have shown they can beat a top side under their new leadership, and Nellai Royal Kings backed up a promising off season with a comfortable win in their opener. Dindigul’s slightly stronger overall squad depth, led by Varun Chakravarthy, gives them a small edge, but Nellai have enough quality to make it two wins from two of their own.

DD vs NRK Fantasy Team FAQs

Q. Who will win the DD vs NRK 6th match today?
A. It’s close. Both teams are unbeaten this season, though Dindigul Dragons have a small edge with Varun Chakravarthy leading a strong bowling attack.

Q. What is the DD vs NRK Fantasy prediction for the 6th match?
A. Varun Chakravarthy and Sonu Yadav are the top captaincy picks. Sandeep Warrier 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 156 and the highest total in TNPL history set here. Seamers have taken most of the wickets recently.

Q. Are Dindigul Dragons and Nellai Royal Kings both unbeaten this season?
A. Yes. Dindigul Dragons beat defending champions IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans in their opener, and Nellai Royal Kings beat Chepauk Super Gillies in theirs.

Q. What is the probable Playing XI for DD vs NRK?
A. Dindigul Dragons should be led by Baba Indrajith with Varun Chakravarthy in the bowling attack. 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 DD vs NRK match?
A. Not much of one. The forecast for Dindigul on 7 August shows only around a 20 percent chance of rain, a lot lower than earlier in the week.