APL 2026: Match 9, TW vs KK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s APL match between Tungabhadra Warriors vs Kakinada Kings?

Defending champions Tungabhadra Warriors (TW) will take on the Kakinada Kings (KK) in Match 9 of the 2026 Andhra Premier League at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, June 13, as part of a double header.

TW will come into the game on the back of a heavy defeat at the hands of the Amaravati Royals in Match 2 of the season. The Warriors were bundled out for just 105 in the first innings, with the opponents chasing down the total in a mere 11 overs.

KK, on the other hand, secured a convincing win against the Simhadri Vizag Lions in their first match of the new campaign. They scored 219 in the first innings to help them secure a 71-run victory. Before their game on Saturday, the Kings would have played their second match, against the Vijayawada Sunshiners on Friday afternoon.

TW vs KK: Match Details

ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam: Pitch Report

The ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Vizag is known for producing great batting wickets throughout the 2026 Andhra Premier League. The red-soiled pitch helps batters by providing consistent bounce, which aids their strokeplay. Bowlers, however, can expect assistance from nature. The ground is located extremely close to the Bay of Bengal on the East, which can help fast bowlers generate swing due to the sea breeze.

TW vs KK: Head-to-Head Record

TW vs KK: Predicted Playing XIs

Tungabhadra Warriors:

CR Gnaneswar (C), Pranith Manyala, Gutta Rohit, Kaki Jayanth, Saurabh Kumar Datta Reddy, (WK), Kancherla Anand Josiah, Tegada Sai Kumar, Sirla Srinivas, Sai Charan Nidamanuri, Madha Deepak, Cheepurapalli Stephen

Kakinada Kings:

Abhishek M Reddy, Arjun Tendulkar Pitta, Tapaswi Pinninti, Manish Golamaru (C), Lekhaz Mitta, Sai Rahul Kp,
Gadde Samanvith, Yuvan Muvvala, Ashish Siraparapu, M Harisankar Reddy, Saiteja Kavuri, Anjaneyulu Midde

TW vs KK: Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Muvvala Yuvan

Muvvala Yuvan made a great start to the new season for the Kings. His innings of 64 from just 34 balls helped his side reach 219 in the first innings, which eventually led to a 71-run victory over the Simhadri Vizag Lions in the opening match.

Probable Best Bowler: Midde Anjaneyulu

Midde Anjaneyulu has made a solid start to the 2026 Andhra Premier League, having taken three wickets from the opening two matches of the season. The biggest asset to the Kakinada Kings has been Anjaneyulu’s economy rate of 7.15, the second lowest in the tournament amongst the top 10 highest wicket-takers.

Today’s Match Prediction: Kakinada Kings to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

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