On Thursday, December 26, UP Yoddhas (UP) and Jaipur Pink Panthers (JAI) will go head-to-head in the Eliminator 1 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, in Pune.
UP Yoddhas had a fantastic season, having won 13 out of 22 games. They are running on a nine-match unbeaten run after defeating Bengaluru Bulls 44-30 in their last league-stage game. Shivam Choudhary delivered an all-round performance for the Yoddhas with a Super-10 and two tackle points.
Meanwhile, Jaipur Pink Panthers also had a great season. They finished sixth with 12 wins, eight losses, and two ties. The Panthers lost their last encounter 31-33 to semi-finalists Dabang Delhi KC. Arjun Deshwal scored a Super-10 while Akush Rathee shined in the defense with four tackle points.
On that note, here's a look at the head-to-head record between UP vs JAI in PKL.
UP Yoddhas vs Jaipur Pink Panthers head-to-head record in PKL
The UP Yoddhas and Jaipur Pink Panthers have squared off 13 times in the Pro Kabaddi League. The Yoddhas have emerged victorious in six matches, while the Pink Panthers have claimed seven wins.
Matches Played - 13
Matches won by UP Yoddhas - 6
Matches won by Jaipur Pink Panthers - 7
Matches Tied -
The last three UP Yoddhas vs Jaipur Pink Panthers Pro Kabaddi matches
Jaipur Pink Panthers and UP Yoddhas have a strong head-to-head record. The Panthers have been dominant, winning three out of their last four games. However, the Yoddhas won their last game against the Panthers, 33-29.
Here's a summary of the last three UP Yoddhas vs Jaipur Pink Panthers games in the Pro Kabaddi League:
- UP (24) lost to JAI (41) by 17 points, December 20, 2023.
- UP (31) lost to JAI (57) by 20 points, November 28, 2024.
- UP (33) beat JAI (30) by 4 points, November 5, 2024.