Pro Kabaddi League 2024-2025: Bengaluru Bulls vs UP Yoddha. Both teams come with differing strengths, so the match should be very competitive. The Bengaluru Bulls, relying on the strong offense and powerful raiders such as Pardeep Narwal, have to bank upon their offense. On the other side, UP Yoddha is blessed with a strong defense head by Hitesh, and the team receives support from all-rounders.
This match at Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune, will be vibrant between raiding and defending. The strategic performance from both sides, the version of their star players, and their adaptation to pressure will define the results.
Match Details
- Match– 131, Bengaluru Bulls vs UP Yoddha
- Date and Time: 23 December, 2024
- Venue: Badminton Hall, Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune.
- Broadcast: Available live on Indibet, Indibet.com, Indibet app.
Venue Details, Pitch Details: Badminton Hall in Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune
Venue Information
City: Pune, Maharashtra
Capacity: The venue provides high-energy kabaddi matches and 4200 spectators can enjoy the live match from the hall.
Unique Features:
It is rich in all the kabaddi mats and other necessary facilities to help the players comfortably play the game.
Pitch Information
Mats:
Gritty mats ensure complete safety for players and the desired performance.
Conditions:
Controlled conditions wherein external conditions are not predominant, would help the team focus more on their performance.
Team Squad
Bengaluru Bulls
Raiders– Ajinkya Pawar, Pardeep Narwal, Jai Bhagwan, Jatin, Akshit, Sushil, Pramot Saising.
Defenders- Saurabh Nandlal, Arulnanthababu, Ponparthiban Subramanian, Rohit Kumar, Hasun Thongkruea, Aditya Powar, Sunny, Naveen.
All-Rounders- Lucky Kumar, Pankaj, Parteek, Nitin Rawal.
UP Yoddhas
Raider- Bhavani Rajput, Surendra Gill, Gagan Gowda, Keshav Kumar, Heidarali, Shivam Chaudhary, Akshay Suryawanshi.
Defenders- Ravi, Jayesh Mahajan, Sachin, Gangaram, Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi, Mahendra Singh, Sahul Kumar, Hitesh, Ashu Singh, Sumit
All-Rounder- Bharat.
Star Players to Watch
Bhavani Rajpit (UP Yoddhas): He is known for his amazing skill and raiding abilities.
Sumit Sangwan (UP Yoddhas): A reliable defense with unmatched tactical judgment.
Pardeep Narwal (Bengaluru Bulls): Dubbed the “Dubki King,” he is a threat to any defense.
Nitin Rawal (Bengaluru Bulls): A needful player in ensuring a strong defensive performance.
Team Information
Bengaluru Bulls Team
Bengaluru Bulls is a Kabaddi team playing in the Pro Kabaddi League and is an ambassador of Karnataka state in India.
The spirit of Karnataka is visible in every step and in every move by this team. Every Kabaddi player carries the essence of this rich state through the red, gold, and black colors.
Strengths: Exceptional raiders headed by Pardeep Narwal, and a solid support cast.
Weaknesses: Occasional lapses in defense during high-pressure games.
Coach: Randhir Singh Sehrawat.
Star Players: Pardeep Narwal, Parteek, Jatin.
UP Yoddhas Team
U.P. Yoddhas is a kabaddi franchise in Pro Kabaddi, the professional men’s Kabbadi league of India. U.P. Yoddhas is owned by GMR Group and is among the 12 teams participating in PKL.
The Yoddhas have the distinction of having been the team to qualify for the PKL playoffs during every season since their debut back in 2017. Pardeep Narwal, the PKL history record holder on most raid points, will lead U.P. Yoddhas.
Strengths: Well-coordinated defensive unit and adaptable gameplay.
Weaknesses: The team depends on a few players for raiding and points.
Coach: Jasveer Singh.
Star Players: Sumit, Surender Gill, Bharat.
Reasons Why Bengaluru Bulls Would Win
Dynamic Raiders: Led by Pawan Sehrawat, the Bulls’ raiding unit is one of the most feared in the league.
Aggressive Playstyle: Known for their fast-paced gameplay, the Bulls can put opponents on the back foot early.
Experienced Squad: A mix of seasoned players ensures composure in critical moments.
Home Advantage: If playing at their home ground, the support can act as a morale booster.
Why UP Yoddha May Win?
Defensive Fortress: Nitesh Kumar with the likes of others does provide a good defense line.
Pardeep Narwal, by one count being the most successful raider in PKL, provides unpredictability and turns tables upside down.
Balanced Line-Up: A combination of youngblood with maturity enables them to adjust well to various situations.
Strategic Brain: Under pressure, usually tactics are very sound in catching those mistakes.
Match Prediction, Odd Factors – Bengaluru Bulls vs UP Yoddha, PKL 2024-2025
The clash between Bengaluru Bulls and UP Yoddha in PKL 11 seems to be a highly intriguing match. Bengaluru Bulls have a strong raiding lineup with Pawan Sehrawat at the forefront. They are known for being aggressive in their gameplay. UP Yoddha, however, has an excellent defense, with players like Nitesh Kumar to anchor the back line.
Odd Factors
Secondary Raiders might be the decisive factor in this match.
Defensive execution under pressure will be the deciding factor for both teams.
Crowd support and home advantage will play a role in shifting momentum.
Pitch Details: Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune
Surface: Optimized for kabaddi so that raiders and defenders are at par with each other.
Conditions: More tactical and quick gameplay and less influence from external sources.
Prediction
It would be a closely contested match wherein the UP Yoddha’s defense can check the raiders of Bengaluru Bulls, and at the peak performance by the raiders of Bengaluru, they would take out the UP Yoddha. Remember to follow the Indibet.in, Indibet.com and the Indibet app to enjoy the amazing live view of the match between Bengaluru Bulls and UP Yoddha on 24 December.