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The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 is heating up as Bengal Warriorz and defending champions Puneri Paltan prepare to clash in Match 23 of the season. Scheduled for October 29, 2024, at Hyderabad’s Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, this game promises a high-stakes battle.
The Warriorz have had a rocky start to their season, currently languishing in eighth place. With a record of one win, one loss, and a tie, the Warriorz have yet to find their rhythm. Fans have pinned their hopes on the experienced duo of Maninder Singh and Fazel Atrachali, but the combination has fallen short of expectations, and the team’s chemistry remains shaky.
Their latest game against U Mumba showed their inconsistencies. Despite leading 20-13 at halftime, the Warriorz let their advantage slip away, and it was only Mayur Kadam’s brilliant last-minute tackle on Rohit Raghav that prevented a complete collapse, ending the game in a 31-31 tie. This was the season’s first tie, but rather than being a mark of a comeback, it underlined Bengal’s inability to close out games.
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With multiple missed opportunities and poor defensive reads in the second half, Bengal’s performance raised serious concerns about their game management. If they don’t tighten up, they’ll struggle to hold their ground against stronger opponents.
In stark contrast, Puneri Paltan have proven why they’re the reigning champions. Currently at the top of the standings with three wins from four games, Paltan have exuded confidence and teamwork. Their only blip was a loss to Tamil Thalaivas, which broke their impressive 14-game unbeaten streak, the longest in PKL history. Yet, even that defeat hasn’t deterred their momentum. In their last game, they breezed past Bengaluru Bulls in a one-sided 36-22 victory.
Puneri Paltan’s roster is packed with players who know their roles inside out. The corner duo of Gaurav Khatri and Aman were exceptional, each notching four tackle points against the Bulls, while Sanket Sawant supported effectively with three. Paltan’s raiders, led by Aslam Inamdar, were equally impactful, contributing 16 raid points collectively.
The hallmark of their success lies in their well-roundedness and synergy, which allow each player to contribute meaningfully. They are undeniably the favorites to win, and anything less than a decisive victory would be considered an upset.
Bengal Warriorz vs Puneri Paltan Match Details
Match: Bengal Warriorz vs Puneri Paltan, Match 23, PKL 2024
Date: October 29, 2024, 8:00 PM IST
Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
Bengal Warriorz vs Puneri Paltan Form Guide in PKL 2024
Bengal Warriorz (BEN): TWL
Puneri Paltan (PUN): WLWW
Bengal Warriorz vs Puneri Paltan 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
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
Bengal Warriorz vs Puneri Paltan Expected Playing 7
Bengal Warriorz (BEN): Fazel Atrachali (C), Maninder Singh, Nitin Kumar, Shreyas Umbardand, Mayur Kadam, Sushil Kambrekar, and Nitesh Kumar.
Puneri Paltan (PUN): Pankaj Mohite, Sanket Sawant, Abinesh Nadarajan, Aslam Inamdar (C), Mohit Goyat, Gaurav Khatri, Aman
Bengal Warriorz vs Puneri Paltan Match Prediction
Puneri Paltan are heading into this match with undeniable momentum and a clear edge. Their team’s cohesion and depth of skill in both raiding and defense have put them miles ahead of most competitors this season. Given Bengal Warriorz’s issues with squandering leads and inconsistent defense, they will likely struggle to contain Puneri’s multidimensional attack.
Unless Bengal can iron out their second-half woes and provide solid defensive support to Fazel Atrachali, they risk facing another frustrating evening.
For Puneri Paltan, the strategy is clear: keep pressing with aggressive raiding, backed by the sharp defensive plays that have made them champions. With Bengal struggling to find form, it’s hard to see any outcome other than a comfortable win for Puneri Paltan.
However, if Bengal can somehow rediscover their defensive grit and manage a complete performance, they could keep things competitive.
Prediction: Puneri Paltan to win by a margin of 10 points.
Bengal Warriorz vs Puneri Paltan 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
