Pro Kabaddi 2024, UP vs GUJ: Preview, probable starting 7s, prediction, and live-streaming details for UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants
The UP Yoddhas and the Gujarat Giants are set to clash in the 20th match of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 on October 27. The eagerly anticipated encounter will take place at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad at 9:00 PM IST.
Currently, in second place on the points table, the UP Yoddhas have shown impressive form in PKL 2024 with two wins and one loss, accumulating 11 points. They started the season with two commanding wins, first overpowering Dabang Delhi KC in their opening fixture, then dominating the Bengaluru Bulls.
However, their last outing didn’t go as planned, as they fell narrowly to the Bengal Warriors 32-29. The loss highlighted the over-reliance on the raiding unit, especially Bharat Hooda, who scored an impressive 13 raid points, while captain Surender Gill had an off night, managing only one raid point.
The Yoddhas’ lack of support for Hooda and their inability to handle pressure in the final minutes cost them the game. Heading into this match, they’ll look to bounce back with a strong, cohesive performance.
The Gujarat Giants find themselves in eighth place, with one win and one loss from their first two games. They began their campaign with a thrilling 36-32 victory over the Bengaluru Bulls, driven by an all-round team effort. Sombir, manning the right corner, has been a standout for the Giants, securing High 5s in both matches, with Jitender Yadav complementing him well on the left.
However, the Giants struggled in their recent encounter against the U Mumba, losing 27-33. The Giants' raiding unit, consisting of Parteek Dahiya, Guman Singh, and Rakesh, failed to hit their stride, ultimately costing them the game despite their strong defensive presence. For this match, they’ll be hoping their raiders can step up and complement their solid defense.
UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Match Details
Match: UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants, Match 20, PKL 2024
Date: October 27, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Form Guide in PKL 2024
UP Yoddhas (UP): LWW
Gujarat Giants (GUJ): LW
UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Player Squads
UP Yoddhas (UP): Gagan Gowda, Keshav Kumar, Bharat Hooda, Bhavani Rajput, Heidarali Ekrami, Surender Gill (C), Akshay Suryawanshi, Shivam Chaudhary, Ashu Singh, Hitesh, Sachin, Sahul Kumar, Mahender Singh, Vivek, Sumit, Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi, Gangaram, and Jayesh Mahajan.
Gujarat Giants (GUJ): Rakesh, Parteek Dahiya, Nitin, Guman Singh, Monu, Himanshu, Sombir, Vahid RezaEimehr, Neeraj Kumar, Harsh Mahesh Lad, Mohit, Manuj, Nitesh, Jitender Yadav, Balaji D, Mohammad Esmaeil Nabibakhsh, Raj D. Salunkhe, and Rohan Singh.
UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Expected Playing 7
UP Yoddhas (UP): Surender Gill (C), Ashu Singh, Mahender Singh, Bhavani Rajput, Bharat, Sahul Kumar, and Sumit.
Gujarat Giants (GUJ): Rakesh, Neeraj Kumar (C), Vahid Rezaeimehr, Parteek Dahiya, Guman Singh, Sombir, and Jitender Yadav.
UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Match Prediction
With both teams eager to bounce back, this match is expected to be closely contested. The Yoddhas hold a slight edge in the raiding department, while the Giants have shown impressive defensive capabilities.
If Bharat Hooda can find support from his teammates, the Yoddhas could overpower the Giants. However, if Gujarat’s raiders step up, they could exploit any defensive lapses in the Yoddhas' setup.
Prediction: UP Yoddhas might have a slight upper hand in this matchup, but Gujarat Giants’ defense could make it a close affair.
UP Yoddhas 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