Dabang Delhi KC will take on Patna Pirates in the 72nd match of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2023 at the SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur.
Dabang Delhi KC faced a daunting challenge with the loss of their star raider, Naveen Kumar. However, the absence of their talisman didn't deter the team's spirit, thanks to the emergence of a new hero – Ashu Malik. Taking on the mantle of captaincy, Ashu has orchestrated a string of memorable performances, clinching four consecutive Super 10s and spearheading Delhi's remarkable four-game winning streak. This triumphant surge has catapulted them to the third spot, boasting seven wins in 11 outings. Delhi, with their newfound momentum, now set their sights on extending their winning spree.
On the flip side, the Patna Pirates find themselves on a rollercoaster ride this season, juggling five wins and six defeats in 11 encounters. After securing two consecutive victories, they stumbled in their last two games. The last defeat, a 35-33 loss against the Bengaluru Bulls, stung the Pirates the most, as they squandered a game comfortably in their grasp. Now, with a burning desire for redemption, they set their sights on a comeback.
Dabang Delhi KC vs Patna Pirates Match Details
Match: Dabang Delhi KC vs Patna Pirates, Match 72, PKL 2023
Date: January 14, 2024, 09.00 pm IST
Venue: SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur
Dabang Delhi KC vs Patna Pirates Form Guide in PKL 2023
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): W W W W L
Patna Pirates (PAT): L L W W L
Dabang Delhi KC vs Patna Pirates Player Squads
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): Ashu Malik, Ashish Narwal, Suraj Panwar, Manjeet, Meetu, Manu, Vijay, Vishal Bhardwaj, Sunil, Nitin Chandel, Balasaheb Shahaji Jadhav, Felix Li, Yuvraj Pandeya, Mohit, Vikrant, Ashish, Himmat Antil, Yogesh, Akash Prasher
Patna Pirates (PAT): Sachin, Ranjit Venkatramana Naik, Anuj Kumar, Rakesh Narwal, Manjeet, Kunal Mehta, Sudhakar M, Zheng-Wei Chen, Sandeep Kumar, Neeraj Kumar, Thiyagarajan Yuvaraj, Naveen Sharma, Manish, Krishan, Mahendra Choudhary, Abinand Subhash, Sanjay, Deepak Kumar, Daniel Omondi Odhiambo, Sajin Chandrasekar, Ankit, Rohit
Dabang Delhi KC vs Patna Pirates Expected Playing 7
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): Ashu Malik(C), Mohit, Vikrant, Meetu Sharma, Manjeet, Yogesh, Ashish
Patna Pirates (PAT): Sachin, Neeraj Kumar(C), Manish, Sudhakar M, Manjeet, Krishan, Ankit
Dabang Delhi KC vs Patna Pirates Match Prediction
The scales seem to tip in favor of Dabang Delhi KC. The resurgence, led by Ashu Malik and the team's impressive winning streak indicates their fine form. However, Patna Pirates, despite recent setbacks, possess the firepower to stage a strong comeback. It promises to be a closely contested battle, but the current momentum and consistent performances give Dabang Delhi an edge in clinching victory.
Prediction: Dabang Delhi KC to win the match.
Dabang Delhi KC vs Patna Pirates Telecast Details
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