Pro Kabaddi 2024, Bengaluru Bulls vs Patna Pirates: 3 player battles to watch out for

Three-time champions Patna Pirates are set to face off against Bengaluru Bulls in Match 64 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11. The clash is scheduled for November 19 at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Noida, with the action kicking off at 09:00 PM IST.

Bengaluru Bulls are currently positioned 11th in the PKL Season 11 points table with just 14 points, a result of two wins and nine losses from 11 matches. A win here would be essential for the Bulls to maintain any hopes of climbing the standings.

Patna Pirates, meanwhile, sit comfortably at fifth place with 33 points, having won six games and lost four. They’ve been one of the more consistent teams this season, and a win against Bengaluru would further cement their position in the upper half of the table.

The head-to-head history between Bengaluru Bulls and Patna Pirates has been largely dominated by Patna. Out of their 23 encounters, Patna Pirates have won 12, while Bengaluru Bulls have managed seven wins, with four matches ending in a tie.

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#1 Devank vs Nitin Rawal

Devank has been a revelation for Patna Pirates in PKL Season 11, racking up 115 raid points in just 10 matches. He has recorded five Super Raids and six Super 10s in the current season. His performance has been consistent throughout the season, and his physicality and awareness have made him an effective raider.

Nitin Rawal, on the other hand, leads Bengaluru Bulls' defense with 40 tackle points in 11 games, including four high 5s and six super tackles. Rawal will be tested in this battle, as his defensive skills will be crucial in containing Devank's powerful raids.

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#2 Pardeep Narwal vs Shubham Shinde

Pardeep Narwal, despite a slow start to the season, has 52 raid points in nine matches, with two super raids and two super 10s. His recent form has improved, and he's been delivering key performances for the Bengaluru Bulls.

Shubham Shinde, with 19 tackle points in 10 matches, will have the task of defending against Pardeep's raids. Shinde’s strength lies in his super tackles and his tactical awareness, and he will need to leverage these attributes to stop Pardeep’s raids and put pressure on Bengaluru's raiding game.

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#3 Ayan vs Saurabh Nandal

Ayan has been a reliable raider for Patna Pirates, with 76 raid points in 10 matches, including three Super 10s. His reflexes and speed on the mat make him a constant threat to opposing defences.

Saurabh Nandal, with 19 tackle points in 11 matches, will be responsible for stopping Ayan. Nandal’s defensive abilities will be crucial, and he will need to step up to limit Ayan’s raids and ensure Bengaluru Bulls maintain a strong defensive unit throughout the match.