Pro Kabaddi 2024, BLR vs PUN: Preview, probable starting 7s, prediction, and live-streaming details for Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan
The much-anticipated clash between Bengaluru Bulls (BLR) and Puneri Paltan (PUN) in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 will take place in the 16th match of the season. It is scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad.
Hopes were high for the Bengaluru Bulls as they signed legendary raider Pardeep Narwal, also known as the "Record Breaker," as their captain for PKL 11. However, their start has been far from ideal, losing all three of their opening fixtures. Their struggles began with a 37-29 defeat against the Telugu Titans, followed by a narrow 36-32 loss to the Gujarat Giants. The most concerning performance came in their last fixture, where they were handed a 57-36 thrashing by UP Yoddhas.
Despite their disappointing results, Pardeep Narwal has been a shining light for the Bulls, showing his trademark magic with 16 raid points against UP Yoddhas. He found support in Jatin, who contributed eight raid points. However, the team's defense has been their Achilles heel, with the entire squad managing only seven tackle points against the Yoddhas' 14. With the season rapidly progressing, the Bulls will be desperate to turn their fortunes around and secure their first win.
Defending champions Puneri Paltan started PKL 11 with a bang, winning their first two matches with dominant performances. They began by defeating the Haryana Steelers 35-25 and followed it up with a comfortable 40-25 victory over the Patna Pirates. In both matches, Gaurav Khatri was the standout player in defense, securing High 5s, while the raiders and other defenders contributed effectively.
However, their unbeaten streak was snapped in their last match, where they suffered a 35-30 loss to a resurgent Tamil Thalaivas. In that game, Mohit Goyat was the sole positive for Pune, registering nine raid points and four tackle points.
Abinesh Nadarajan also chipped in with four tackle points, but the rest of the team struggled, leading to their first defeat of the season. While this setback might have been disappointing, Puneri Paltan's overall form suggests they are still among the top contenders and will aim to bounce back strongly against the Bengaluru Bulls.
Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan Match Details
Match: Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan, Match 16, PKL 2024
Date: October 25, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan Form Guide in PKL 2024
Bengaluru Bulls (BLR): LLL
Puneri Paltan (PUN): LWW
Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan Player Squads
Bengaluru Bulls (BLR): Pardeep Narwal (C), Ponparthiban Subramanian, Akshit, Jatin, Jai Bhagwan, Arulnanthababu, Manjeet, Surinder Singh, Lucky Kumar, Pramot Saising, Chandranaik M, Nitin Rawal, Parteek, Saurabh Nandal, Pankaj, Hasun Thongkruea, Ajinkya Pawar, Rohit Kumar, Sushil, Aditya Powar
Puneri Paltan (PUN): Vaibhav Kamble, Aditya Shinde, Akash Shinde, Abinesh Nadarajan, Mohd. Amaan, Tushar Dattaray Adhavade, Aman, Aryavardhan Navale, Ali Hadi, Ajith V Kumar, Mohit Goyat, Aslam Mustafa Inamdar (C), Mohit, Pankaj Mohite, Gaurav Khatri, Dadaso Pujari, Amir Hassan Noroozi, Sourav, Vishal, Sanket Sawant, Nitin R
Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan Expected Playing 7
Bengaluru Bulls (BLR): Pardeep Narwal (C), Ajinkya Pawar, Jatin, Saurabh Nandal, Nitin Rawal, Surinder Singh, Parteek Gulia
Puneri Paltan (PUN): Pankaj Mohite, Sanket Sawant, Abinesh Nadarajan, Aslam Inamdar (C), Mohit Goyat, Gaurav Khatri, Aman
Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan Match Prediction
While Bengaluru Bulls are still searching for their first win of the season, Puneri Paltan have already demonstrated their strength in the early stages of the tournament. With Pardeep Narwal in form, Bengaluru’s raiding department seems solid, but their defense will need a massive improvement if they are to challenge Pune. On the other hand, Puneri Paltan’s well-rounded squad gives them the edge.
Prediction: Puneri Paltan to win comfortably.
Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan Telecast Details
TV: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 2 and Star Sports 2 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu and Star Sports 1 Kannada
Live Stream: Disney+ Hotstar