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The eighth game of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 will feature a high-octane clash between defending champions Puneri Paltan and the three-time champions Patna Pirates on October 21, 2024, at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad.
Paltan began PKL 2024 in fine fashion, defeating Haryana Steelers 35-25 in a rematch of last season's final. Skipper Aslam Inamdar led from the front, rotating the raiders effectively to secure a comfortable win.
The defense was solid, with Gaurav Khatri shining at the right corner, earning seven tackle points. He was ably supported by Aman, who secured four tackle points on the other side. The team will be looking to carry this momentum forward as they aim to defend their title with another dominant performance.
The Pirates had a decent campaign last season, finishing sixth on the points table with 11 wins but faltering in the semifinals, ironically against Puneri Paltan. This time, they’ll be seeking revenge.
They have made significant changes to their squad, releasing key players like Sachin Tanwar, Manjeet Dahiya, and Neeraj Kumar but retaining experienced left-corner defender Ankit Jaglan.
Patna's raiding unit is an interesting mix of youth and experience. The inclusion of fan-favorite South Korean raider Jang Kun Lee, returning after last playing in PKL Season 7, has excited fans.
Alongside promising raiders like M Sudhakar and Sandeep Sharma, the Pirates boast a balanced but somewhat unpredictable lineup. Shubham Shinde, a new addition to the squad, will lead the side from the right corner.
Puneri Paltan vs Patna Pirates Match Details
Match: Puneri Paltan vs Patna Pirates, Match 8, PKL 2024
Date: October 21, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
Puneri Paltan vs Patna Pirates Form Guide in PKL 2024
Puneri Paltan (PUN): W
Patna Pirates (PAT): Yet to play
Puneri Paltan vs Patna Pirates Player Squads
Puneri Paltan (PUN): Vaibhav Kamble, Aditya Shinde, Akash Shinde, Abinesh Nadarajan, Mohd. Amaan, Tushar Dattaray Adhavade, Aman, Aryavardhan Navale, Ali Hadi, Ajith V Kumar, Mohit Goyat, Aslam Mustafa Inamdar (C), Mohit, Pankaj Mohite, Gaurav Khatri, Dadaso Pujari, Amir Hassan Noroozi, Sourav, Vishal, Sanket Sawant, Nitin R
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, Hamid Mirzaei Nader, Thiyagarajan Yuvraj, Deepak Rajender Singh, Prashant Kumar Rathi, Aman, Sagar, Babu Murugasan, Ankit, Gurdeep
Puneri Paltan vs Patna Pirates Expected Playing 7
Puneri Paltan (PUN): Pankaj Mohite, Sanket Sawant, Abinesh Nadarajan, Aslam Inamdar (C), Mohit Goyat, Gaurav Khatri, Aman
Patna Pirates (PAT): Shubham Shinde (C), Jang Kun Lee, Meetu Sharma, M Sudhakar, Deepak, Aman, Babu M
Puneri Paltan vs Patna Pirates Match Prediction
While the Patna Pirates are looking for revenge, Puneri Paltan’s form, balance, and defensive strength make them favorites going into this match. The reigning champions seem to have found the right blend of raiders and defenders early on, which could prove too much for the Pirates.
However, with some promising additions and a new-look Pirates side, an upset can't be ruled out.
Prediction: Puneri Paltan to win
Puneri Paltan 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
