U Mumba vs Bengaluru Bulls – 10th February 2016
The repeat of last season’s final will happen at the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Indoor Stadium in Kolkata and promises to be a cracking game. Despite being slightly less strong compared to last season, the Bengaluru Bulls would be keen to avenge their defeat in the final. With season 1 wonder Surjeet Narwal back fit, the Bulls will be confident of avenging their loss in the final. It’s usually a thrilling game when these two sides meet and the fans would be hoping it will be no different this time around.
Puneri Paltan vs U Mumba – 13th February 2016
The first Maharashtra derby of the Star Sports Pro Kabaddi season will see Puneri Paltan at home. The Maratha Warriors have lost all their games against U Mumba so far, but a revamped Paltan side would be hoping to turn the tables on U Mumba this time around. A win for Puneri Paltan will go a long way in helping them qualify for the semi-finals and establish bragging rights.
Patna Pirates vs U Mumba – 19th February 2016
Yet another game featuring the defending Champions, this game will be a repeat of last year’s semi-final where U Mumba emerged victorious against the Pirates after a dominant display. Another element which adds extra spice to this game is the fact that Rakesh Kumar, who was the skipper of Patna Pirates for the last two seasons jumped ship to the Mumbai-based outfit. After a wretched relationship with the Pirates, the fans might make it a hostile environment for U Mumba’new recruit.
Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Patna Pirates – 23rd February 2016
It was an epic battle between these two clubs for the fourth and final semi-final spot last season. A resolute performance from the Patna Pirates dethroned the then, defending champions Jaipur Pink Panthers. When the Panthers host the Pirates, they will be desperate to avenge that loss and thus give their home fans some solace.