Match 39 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 will be played on November 7, with Bengal Warriorz taking on Dabang Delhi KC at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad. Both teams have had contrasting starts to the season, with Bengal Warriorz showing signs of stability and improvement, while Dabang Delhi KC has been struggling to halt a downward spiral.
Bengal Warriorz began their PKL 2024 season on a low note with a defeat but have since improved, remaining unbeaten in their last four games. This run includes two wins and two ties, positioning them eighth on the points table. However, their inability to close out matches has become a recurring issue. Despite scraping through in close games, Bengal’s inconsistency in securing leads early and decisively remains a concern.
In their last match, Bengal narrowly defeated Haryana Steelers 40-38, thanks to Maninder Singh, who delivered a crucial Super 10. Captain Fazel Atrachali and defender Praveen Thakur also bolstered the team with timely tackles, each securing valuable points in defense. The emergence of Sushil Kambrekar as a dependable player in crucial moments has provided much-needed depth to Bengal’s lineup.
To gain a stronger foothold in the league, Bengal Warriorz must shift their strategy to avoid the close finishes that have plagued them. Establishing an early lead, rather than relying on clutch performances in the dying minutes, will be critical to their long-term success.
Dabang Delhi KC’s season has taken a stark downturn. After a promising start with two wins in their first three games, they’ve now lost four straight, slipping to 10th place on the points table. The absence of Naveen Kumar due to injury has left a glaring void, severely impacting Delhi’s raiding unit. Ashu Malik has stepped up admirably, recording six Super 10s in seven games, yet his efforts have been solitary. There’s been little support from other raiders, and Vinay has offered only sporadic contributions.
Delhi’s defensive line has also been problematic. In their previous outing against U Mumba, Ashu Malik’s Super 10 was overshadowed by a lack of support from the rest of the squad. While Yogesh showed a brief return to form with a High 5, his efforts alone were insufficient, and the team eventually succumbed 32-26.
If Dabang Delhi are to halt this losing streak, they need a complete overhaul in both raiding and defensive strategies. The defense must step up with consistent performances. More importantly, Delhi’s secondary raiders must lighten Ashu Malik’s load by contributing consistently.
Bengal Warriorz vs Dabang Delhi KC Match Details
Match: Bengal Warriorz vs Dabang Delhi KC, Match 39, PKL 2024
Date: November 7, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
Bengal Warriorz vs Dabang Delhi KC Form Guide in PKL 2024
Bengal Warriorz (BEN): WTTWL
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): LLLLW
Bengal Warriorz vs Dabang Delhi KC Player Squads
Bengal Warriorz (BEN): Vishwas S, Nitin Kumar, Maharudra Garje, Sushil Kambrekar, Maninder Singh, Chai-Ming Chang, Akash B Chavhan, Arjun Rathi, Pranay Vinay Rane, Shreyas Umbardand, Aditya S. Shinde, Manjeet, Deep Kumar, Deepak Arjun Shinde, Yash Malik, Fazel Atrachali (C), Nitesh Kumar, Mayur Jagannath Kadam, Praveen Thakur, Hem Raj, Sambhaji Wabale, Vaibhav Bhausaheb Garje, Sagar Kumar
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): Naveen Kumar (C), Rahul, Ashish, Mohit, Himmat Antil, Vinay, Sandeep, Ashu Malik (C), Gaurav Chhillar, Himanshu, Mohammad Baba Ali, Monu Sharma, Vikrant, Yogesh, Parveen, Manu, Brijendra Singh Chaudhary, Nitin Panwar, Rinku Narwal, Shivam, Ajit Chavan
Bengal Warriorz vs Dabang Delhi KC Expected Playing 7
Bengal Warriorz (BEN): Maninder Singh, Mayur Kadam, Praveen Thakur, Sushil Kambrekar, Nitin Dhankar, Nitesh Kumar, Fazel Atrachali (C)
Dabang Delhi KC (DEL): Vinay, Ashu Malik (C), Sandeep, Mohit, Yogesh, Rinku Narwal, Nitin Panwar
Bengal Warriorz vs Dabang Delhi KC Match Prediction
Considering both teams' current form, Bengal Warriorz appear more balanced and confident, with contributions from both raiding and defense. Their ability to scrape out wins, even in close encounters, gives them an edge against a Dabang Delhi squad lacking depth in raiding and cohesion in defense. Delhi’s reliance on Ashu Malik has made their strategy predictable, and unless their defense can lock down Bengal’s attackers, they risk extending their losing streak.
Prediction: Bengal Warriorz to win by a slim margin.
Bengal Warriorz vs Dabang Delhi KC Telecast Details
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