KK vs NRK Fantasy Prediction, 16th Match: Vida Kovai Kings vs Nellai Royal Kings Fantasy Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, TNPL 2026

Both teams arrive on the back of two straight defeats, and both badly need a result to get their campaigns back on track. Vida Kovai Kings have lost to IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans and Madurai Panthers, the latter a heartbreaker where they posted 239 and still lost. Nellai Royal Kings started strongly with two wins but have since fallen to IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans and Trichy Grand Cholas. Shahrukh Khan captains Kovai Kings, and Sonu Yadav leads Nellai. With both sides looking to return to winning ways, the KK vs NRK Fantasy Team selection will be an important focus for fantasy cricket players.

KK vs NRK Match Details

Match: Vida Kovai Kings vs Nellai Royal Kings, 16th Match, Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2026
Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
Time: 3:30 PM IST
Venue: NPR College Ground, Dindigul
TV in India: Sony Sports Ten 4

Recent Form

Vida Kovai Kings have lost their last two. They fell to IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans by 4 wickets, held to 166 while the Tamizhans chased it down with two overs to spare, and before that lost that thriller to Madurai Panthers, posting 239/4 only to see it chased down with three balls left. Their one win this season came against Salem Spartans. Nellai Royal Kings have gone the same way, losing their last two after opening with wins over Chepauk Super Gillies and Dindigul Dragons. Their most recent outing was a heavy defeat to Trichy Grand Cholas, bowled out for 137 chasing 182.

Points Table

Nellai Royal Kings have two wins from four games and four points. Vida Kovai Kings have one win from three and two points. Both sides are mid table and need wins to stay in the playoff conversation, with Nellai slightly better placed on points.

KK vs NRK Head to Head Record

Vida Kovai Kings have dominated this fixture, winning seven of the last nine meetings. That includes the TNPL 2023 final, which Kovai Kings won by a huge margin, bowling Nellai out for 101 chasing 205. Nellai’s two wins in that stretch came in 2023 and further back. Kovai Kings also won the most recent meeting last season, defending 165 to bowl Nellai out for 98.

KK vs NRK Squads

Vida Kovai Kings: Shahrukh Khan captains the side, one of Tamil Nadu’s most destructive middle order batters. Sai Sudharsan is listed in the squad, but he has been managing a toe injury that ruled him out of India’s Test squad for Sri Lanka, so his fitness is worth confirming closer to the toss. The bowling has good depth with Jhathavedh Subramanyan and H Prashid Akash. Full squad: Shahrukh Khan (c), Sai Sudharsan, Sachin B, Suresh Lokeshwar (wk), CH Jitendra Kumar, C Andre Siddarth, Ramesh Divakar, Maan K Bafna, K Deeban Lingesh, RS Ambrish, H Prashid Akash, Manav Parakh, Madhava Prasad (wk), Vidyuth P, Jhathavedh Subramanyan, H Trilok Nag, Govinth G, Manimaran Siddharth, Mithun Vijay V, Abhinav Kannan, G Kishoor, Sundararaman Radhakrishnan.

Nellai Royal Kings: Sonu Yadav captains the side. Former captain Arun Karthik remains a key part of the squad, and Guruswamy Ajitesh 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.

Pitch Report

NPR College Ground continues to be a strong batting pitch, with an average first innings score of 159 across 90 matches and a highest total of 240. The ground has leaned towards the team bowling first, winning 53 percent of matches against 43 percent for the side batting first, so chasing has been the smarter option here this season.

Weather Report

Rain is a real concern for Thursday, with forecasts showing around a 55 percent chance and hot, humid conditions near 96°F (36°C). Check the toss closely before locking your fantasy team, since a delay or reduced overs game is a real possibility.

KK vs NRK Fantasy Team Key Players Recent Form

Vida Kovai Kings ( KK)

B Sachin: ( 30 Runs, 84 Runs, )
Andre Siddarth C: ( 36 Runs, 87 Runs, )
S Lokeshwar: ( 22 Runs, 38 Runs, )
Shahrukh Khan: ( 18 Runs, 2 Runs, )
G Kishoor: ( 2 Wickets, 1 Wicket, )
J Subramanyan: ( 2 Wickets, 2 Wickets, )

Nellai Royal Kings (NRK)

U Mukilesh: ( 63 Runs, 46 Runs, )
Athish SR: ( 23 Runs, 22 Runs, )
D Santosh Kumar: ( 0 Runs, 43 Runs, )
Rithik Easwaran: ( 18 Runs, 20 Runs, )
Sonu Yadav: ( 12 Runs & 1 Wicket, )
Sachin Rathi: 3 Wickets,
NS Harish: ( 2 Wickets, 6 Runs & 1 Wicket, )

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

Probable Playing XIs

Vida Kovai Kings (Probable): Sai Sudharsan, C Andre Siddarth, Shahrukh Khan (c), Sachin B, Ramesh Divakar, RS Ambrish, Suresh Lokeshwar (wk), Jhathavedh Subramanyan, H Prashid Akash, Govinth G, Maan K Bafna. If Sudharsan is not fit, expect Sundararaman Radhakrishnan or Madhava Prasad to come in.

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.

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

Key Player Battles

Shahrukh Khan vs Sachin Rathi: Kovai Kings’ captain is their most destructive batter, and Rathi’s pace with the new ball is Nellai’s best chance of getting him early.

Sonu Yadav vs Jhathavedh Subramanyan: Nellai’s captain against a bowler with a strong record in big TNPL matches, a contest that could shape the middle overs.

Ajitesh Guruswamy vs H Prashid Akash: Guruswamy has a proven record with the bat in this competition, and Akash gives Kovai Kings a reliable option to slow him down.

KK vs NRK Fantasy Team: Grand League

Wicketkeepers: Ajitesh Guruswamy, Athish SR,

Batters: B Sachin (VC), C Andre Siddarth,

All-Rounders: Sonu Yadav, Shahrukh Khan, U Mukilesh, NS Harish, Maan K Bafna,

Bowlers: Jhathavedh Subramanyan (C), Sachin Rathi,

KK vs NRK Fantasy Team: Small League

Wicketkeepers: Athish SR,

Batters: Sachin B, MA Adnan Khan, C Andre Siddarth, S K Duraisamy,

All-Rounders: Sonu Yadav, Shahrukh Khan, NS Harish,

Bowlers: Sachin Rathi, Jhathavedh Subramanyan, M Siddharth,

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Match Prediction

Kovai Kings have the head to head record heavily in their favour, having won seven of the last nine meetings including a TNPL final. But both sides come in off two straight losses, and Nellai are marginally better placed in the table. Kovai Kings get the edge on the historical record and their batting depth, though a Nellai side that beat Chepauk Super Gillies and Dindigul Dragons early this season clearly has the tools to turn things around. Rain is the biggest wildcard.

KK vs NRK Fantasy Team FAQs

Q. Who will win the KK vs NRK 16th match today?
A. Vida Kovai Kings are favoured given their strong head to head record, having won seven of the last nine meetings, though both teams come in off two straight losses.

Q. What is the KK vs NRK Fantasy prediction for the 16th match?
A. Shahrukh Khan and Sonu Yadav are the top captaincy picks. Jhathavedh Subramanyan 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 159 across 90 matches. The team bowling first has won 53 percent of matches here, so chasing has been the smarter option.

Q. Is Sai Sudharsan playing for Vida Kovai Kings?
A. It’s uncertain. He is listed in the squad but has been managing a toe injury that ruled him out of India’s Test squad for Sri Lanka. Check the toss and team news before picking him in your fantasy side.

Q. What is the probable Playing XI for KK vs NRK?
A. Vida Kovai Kings should be led by Shahrukh Khan with Suresh Lokeshwar keeping wicket. Nellai Royal Kings will build around captain Sonu Yadav, Arun Karthik and Ajitesh Guruswamy. Final XIs are confirmed at the toss.

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