Pro Kabaddi 2024, TEL vs DEL: Preview, probable starting 7s, prediction, and live-streaming details for Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC
Telugu Titans are set to square off against Dabang Delhi KC in the 18th match of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024. The encounter will take place on October 26, 2024, at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad. With both teams eager to recover from recent losses, this match promises an intense battle for pride.
After finishing last in the previous three seasons with just five wins in 66 games, the Telugu Titans entered PKL 11 determined to break the cycle. They began on a positive note, defeating the Pardeep Narwal-led Bengaluru Bulls 37-29, driven by a stellar Super 10 from Pawan Sehrawat and a High 5 from defender Krishan Dhull.
However, their struggles quickly resurfaced. They lost their second match to the Tamil Thalaivas 29-44 and suffered an even more crushing 22-52 defeat against Jaipur Pink Panthers in their previous outing. Despite a competitive start, keeping the score close at 13-18 in the first half, the Titans collapsed in the second half, adding only nine points while allowing Jaipur to score 34.
Their defense was a particular point of concern, with only five tackle points, failing to contain Jaipur’s captain Arjun Deshwal, who scored 19 raid points. To stay competitive, the Titans must shore up their defense and find ways to support Pawan Sehrawat’s raiding efforts.
Dabang Delhi KC started their PKL 11 campaign with a promising 36-28 win against U Mumba, courtesy of a Super 10 by co-captain Ashu Malik. However, they struggled in their next game, losing 28-23 to UP Yoddhas in a low-scoring thriller.
While Delhi’s defense showed promise, with Yogesh and Nitin Panwar each scoring three tackle points and Vikrant adding two, their raiding department faltered. Both co-captains, Ashu Malik and Naveen Kumar, only managed four points each.
The “Naveen Express,” who missed most of PKL 10 due to injury, has yet to make his presence felt this season. Delhi will count on him to regain form and lead their raiding unit if they hope to bounce back against the Titans.
Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC Match Details
Match: Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC, Match 18, PKL 2024
Date: October 26, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC Form Guide in PKL 2024
Telugu Titans (TEL): LLW
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): LW
Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC Player Squads
Telugu Titans (TEL): Manjeet, Sanjeevi S, Ashish Narwal, Ajit Pawar, Pawan Sehrawat (C), Shankar Gadai, Chetan Sahu, Vijay Malik, Mohammad Malak, Sagar, Nitin, Amit Kumar, Rohit, Omkar Patil, Milad Jabbari, Ankit, Sunder, Krishan Dhull, Prafull Zaware
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): Naveen Kumar (C), Rahul, Ashish, Mohit, Himmat Antil, Vinay, Sandeep, Ashu Malik (C), Gaurav Chhillar, Himanshu, Mohammad Baba Ali, Monu Sharma, Vikrant, Yogesh, Parveen, Manu, Brijendra Singh Chaudhary, Nitin Panwar, Rinku Narwal, Shivam, Ajit Chouhan
Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC Expected Playing 7
Telugu Titans (TEL): Ashish Narwal, Sagar, Ajit Pawar, Pawan Sehrawat (C), Vijay Malik, Krishan Dhull, Ankit
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): Naveen Kumar (C), Ashu Malik (C), Vikrant Khokar, Ashish Malik, Yogesh, Ashish, Nitin Panwar
Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC Match Prediction
Both teams have shown glimpses of strength but lack consistency. The Titans’ defense needs to step up, especially to contain the likes of Naveen Kumar and Ashu Malik, who are looking to regain their rhythm.
If Pawan Sehrawat can replicate his form from the season opener and the Titans' defense tightens up, they could pose a serious challenge to Delhi. However, Dabang Delhi, with a more balanced approach in both raiding and defense, might have a slight edge in this encounter.
Prediction: Dabang Delhi KC to win by a margin of 9-10 points.
Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC 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