Pro Kabaddi 2024, UP vs PAT: Preview, probable starting 7s, prediction, and live-streaming details for UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates
The 29th match of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 features UP Yoddhas (UP) clashing with Patna Pirates (PAT) on November 2, 2024, at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad.
UP Yoddhas have had a strong start to the season and currently sit third in the points table with three wins and two losses, totaling 17 points. A victory in this match could propel them to the top of the leaderboard, giving them plenty of motivation to secure a win. Their recent clash against Haryana Steelers, however, revealed some chinks in their armor. In a tight game that ended 28-30, the Yoddhas faltered in the final minutes due to an all-out that allowed Haryana to steal the win.
Their raiding unit, led by Bharat, has been commendable, with Bharat racking up 44 raid points across five matches. In defense, Sumit has been exceptional at the left corner with 20 tackle points, the second-most by any defender this season. However, despite these individual performances, the Yoddhas need to refine their strategies and ensure they hold their nerves during the closing stages of games. This is especially true when playing against a hungry, young Patna Pirates side.
Meanwhile, Patna Pirates have had a rollercoaster of a season with two wins and two losses, displaying both promise and inconsistency. Their last outing against Dabang Delhi KC was a dominating 44-30 victory that highlighted the potential of their young lineup. Devank and Ayan were standout raiders in that game, scoring 12 and 11 raid points, respectively. The Pirates' corner defense, anchored by captain Shubham Shinde and Ankit Jaglan, was also effective, with each securing three tackle points.
While Patna have shown glimpses of brilliance, they struggle with consistency, especially when up against experienced teams. Their reliance on young talent can be a double-edged sword, as the players often show brilliance but lack the composure needed in high-stakes situations. They must bring the same aggression seen in their win over Delhi to overcome a formidable UP Yoddhas lineup.
UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates Match Details
Match: UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates, Match 29, PKL 2024
Date: November 2, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates Form Guide in PKL 2024
UP Yoddhas (UP): LWLWW
Patna Pirates (PAT): WLWL
UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates 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, Jayesh Mahajan
Patna Pirates (PAT): Kunal Mehta, Sudhakar M, Sandeep Kumar, Sahil Patil, Deepak, Ayan, Jang Kun Lee, Meetu Sharma, Devank, Pravinder, Manish, Abinand Subhash, Navdeep, Shubham Shinde (C), Hamid Mirzaei Nader, Thiyagarajan Yuvraj, Deepak Rajender Singh, Prashant Kumar Rathi, Aman, Sagar, Babu Murugasan, Ankit, Gurdeep
UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates Expected Playing 7
UP Yoddhas (UP): Surender Gill (C), Ashu Singh, Mahender Singh, Bhavani Rajput, Bharat, Sahul Kumar, Sumit
Patna Pirates (PAT): Devank, Gurdeep, Deepak, Ayan, Sandeep, Shubham Shinde (C), Ankit
UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates Match Prediction
UP Yoddhas come into this match with a clear edge in terms of form and experience. Their defensive setup, anchored by Sumit, has been one of the strongest in the league. However, their tendency to falter in crunch moments is a major red flag. If they can close out the game without unnecessary risks, they should be able to edge out Patna.
Patna Pirates, on the other hand, have been unpredictable. Their young stars like Devank and Ayan have shown potential, but their lack of experience might cost them against a more established side like UP. For Patna to have a shot, they’ll need flawless performances from both their raiders and defenders. A breakdown in either unit would likely spell trouble against a balanced UP side.
Given UP Yoddhas' superior experience and consistency, they are the favorites to clinch this one. However, if Patna manage to maintain the intensity from their last game, this could turn into a nail-biter.
Prediction: UP Yoddhas to win by a margin of 5 points.
UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates 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