Dindigul Dragons

Nellai Royal Kings secured a narrow 172-170 victory over Dindigul Dragons in the Tamil Nadu Premier League on Friday, 7 August 2026. The away side moved into fifth place with eight points from seven games, while the hosts remain seventh with four points after two wins and five defeats. The match produced 342 combined points, continuing a pattern of high-scoring encounters between these teams. Their previous meeting on 26 June 2025 ended 180-179 in favour of Dindigul Dragons, making this a closely contested rivalry. Dindigul Dragons had shown improvement in their most recent outing, defeating Aydrim Tiruppur Tamizhans 111-107 on 4 August. However, that win was not enough to overcome the visitors' superior form, which included a dominant 204-154 victory over Chepauk Super Gillies on 5 August. The result tightens the middle of the table for both sides. Nellai Royal Kings now hold a four-point advantage over Dindigul Dragons, with three games remaining in the season. Both teams continue without a draw, reflecting the competitive nature of the league. The victory extends Nellai Royal Kings' winning streak to two matches after a difficult run that included losses to Aydrim Tiruppur Tamizhans and Lika Kovai Kings. Dindigul Dragons' defeat leaves them five games short of a winning record, though their recent form suggests they are capable of challenging higher-placed opponents.

#	Team	P	W	L	%	Points
1	Siechem Madurai Panthers	7	5	2	71%	10
2	Ruby Trichy Warriors	7	5	2	71%	10
3	Lyca Kovai Kings	7	4	3	57%	8
4	IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans	7	4	3	57%	8
5	Nellai Royal Kings	7	4	3	57%	8
6	Chepauk Super Gillies	7	3	4	42%	6
7	Dindigul Dragons	7	2	5	28%	4
8	Salem Spartans	7	1	6	14%	2

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