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The sixth match of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 will see Gujarat Giants locking horns with Bengaluru Bulls on October 20 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad.
The Giants have built a reputation as one of the most consistent teams in the PKL. Since their debut in Season 5, the team has reached the finals twice and made four playoff appearances in six seasons. Last season, they finished fourth with an impressive 13 wins from 22 games.
The Giants were proactive during the PKL 11 auction, revamping their squad to strengthen their campaign for the title. Guman Singh, a star raider, has joined the ranks as the team’s primary attacking weapon. He will be supported by Parteek Dahiya and Rakesh, forming a formidable raiding trio.
Neeraj Kumar, who had a forgettable season last time with Patna Pirates, will lead the team as captain. Despite his struggles, Gujarat Giants have shown faith in his leadership and defensive skills, hoping he can guide the team deep into the tournament once again.
Bengaluru Bulls did not have the ideal start to PKL 11, losing 37-29 to Telugu Titans in their first match. Much was expected from Pardeep Narwal, the 'Record Breaker,' but he could only manage three raid points in a rare off-day performance.
The team struggled to keep up with the Titans, but defender Surinder Singh stood out, securing a High 5, having been picked up by the Bulls after going unsold initially at the auction.
Pardeep will need to step up in this encounter to lead his team from the front, while the rest of the squad will need to rally around him.
The Bengaluru Bulls have the talent, but they need better team coordination if they are to overcome a strong Gujarat Giants side.
Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls Match Details
Match: Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls, Match 6, PKL 2024
Date: October 20, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls Form Guide in PKL 2024
Gujarat Giants (GUJ): Yet to play
Bengaluru Bulls (BLR): L
Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls Player Squads
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
Bengaluru Bulls (BLR): Pardeep Narwal (C), Ponparthiban Subramanian, Akshit, Jatin, Jai Bhagwan, Arulnanthababu, Manjeet, Surinder Singh, Lucky Kumar, Pramot Saising, Chandranaik M, Nitin Rawal, Parteek, Saurabh Nandal, Pankaj, Hasun Thongkruea, Ajinkya Pawar, Rohit Kumar, Sushil, Aditya Powar
Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls Expected Playing 7
Gujarat Giants (GUJ): Guman Singh, Neeraj Kumar (C), Rakesh, Parteek Dahiya, Mohammad Esmaeil Nabibakhsh, Sombir, Harsh Mahesh Lad
Bengaluru Bulls (BLR): Pardeep Narwal (C), Ajinkya Pawar, Jai Bhagwan, Saurabh Nandal, Nitin Rawal, Surinder Singh, Parteek Gulia
Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls Match Prediction
Gujarat Giants will enter this match with confidence due to their consistency and revamped squad. With Guman Singh leading the raiding department, ably supported by Parteek Dahiya and Rakesh, the Giants look poised to make a strong start to their PKL 11 campaign. Their defense, under captain Neeraj Kumar, will need to step up to keep Bengaluru’s attack at bay.
For Bengaluru Bulls, Pardeep Narwal remains the key to success. If the 'Record Breaker' can bounce back from his poor first outing and reclaim his form, the Bulls could challenge the Giants. Defensively, Surinder Singh will need to continue his solid performance while Saurabh Nandal and Nitin Rawal provide additional support.
While both teams are talented, Bulls’ reliance on Pardeep’s form could be a weak link. Giants, with a more balanced squad, have the edge but expect the match to be closely contested.
Prediction: Gujarat Giants to win by a narrow margin.
Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls 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
