Pro Kabaddi 2024, PUN vs GUJ: Preview, probable starting 7s, prediction, and live-streaming details for Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants
The 33rd match of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 will see defending champions Puneri Paltan (PUN) take on a struggling Gujarat Giants (GUJ). Scheduled for November 4, 2024, at 8:00 PM IST, this exciting clash will be held at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad.
Puneri Paltan come into this game with momentum on their side, sitting at the top of the standings. With four wins, a tie, and a close loss, they’ve shown consistency. In their recent Maharashtrian Derby, they overcame U Mumba 35-28, thanks to balanced contributions from their core players. Captain Aslam Inamdar scored nine raid points and a tackle, showing versatility in leading his side. Mohit Goyat chipped in with another nine raid points.
The standout in their recent matches has been defender Gaurav Khatri, who scored a High 5 with seven tackle points against U Mumba. His right-corner positioning and timing have been crucial for Puneri’s defense, which has remained solid and reliable. Puneri’s ability to maintain both offensive pressure and defensive strength has set them apart this season. Against Gujarat, their focus will likely be on maintaining this balance and testing Gujarat’s shaky backline.
Gujarat Giants, meanwhile, have had a difficult start to their season, with just one win and three losses. Their opening game showed promise, but since then, they’ve faltered. A recent 25-44 defeat to Tamil Thalaivas highlighted major issues, especially in defense, where they managed just eight tackle points against Thalaivas’ 17.
A key challenge for Gujarat has been their raid unit, averaging only 15.75 raid points per match—the lowest in the league so far. Captain Neeraj Kumar needs to step up and bring stability to the defense. Gujarat’s defense, led by Neeraj and Vahid Rezaeimehr, needs to be sharper and more coordinated, particularly against a balanced team like Puneri. If Gujarat’s defenders can’t control the game from the start, they risk falling behind quickly, given Puneri’s offensive depth.
Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants Match Details
Match: Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants, Match 33, PKL 2024
Date: November 4, 2024, 8:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants Form Guide in PKL 2024
Puneri Paltan (PUN): WTWLW
Gujarat Giants (GUJ): LLLW
Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants Player Squads
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
Gujarat Giants (GUJ): Rakesh, Parteek Dahiya, Nitin, Guman Singh, Monu, Himanshu, Sombir, Vahid Rezaeimehr, Neeraj Kumar (C), Harsh Mahesh Lad, Mohit, Manuj, Nitesh, Jitender Yadav, Balaji D, Mohammad Esmaeil Nabibakhsh, Raj D. Salunkhe, Rohan Singh
Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants Expected Playing 7
Puneri Paltan (PUN): Pankaj Mohite, Sanket Sawant, Abinesh Nadarajan, Aslam Inamdar (C), Mohit Goyat, Gaurav Khatri, Aman
Gujarat Giants (GUJ): Rakesh, Neeraj Kumar (C), Vahid Rezaeimehr, Parteek Dahiya, Guman Singh, Sombir, Jitender Yadav
Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants Match Prediction
Puneri Paltan are favorites here, with their balanced squad and well-coordinated defense giving them an edge. They have a solid combination of raiders and defenders who adapt quickly, and they will likely focus on exploiting Gujarat’s inconsistent defense. Aslam Inamdar and Mohit Goyat have been consistent in their raids, and if they find early momentum, Gujarat could struggle to mount a comeback.
For Gujarat, the key will be breaking Puneri’s defensive hold. Parteek Dahiya and Guman Singh must lead the raiding with precision and avoid giving away easy tackle points. Their defense, however, remains the bigger challenge; without a significant improvement in timing and strategy, they may find themselves outplayed.
Prediction: Puneri Paltan to win with a score of around 40-28.
Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants 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