Pro Kabaddi League 2018: 5 reasons why Jaipur Pink Panthers can win the title

#2 Strong raiding unit

The raiding unit will be led by none other than Anup Kumar. The 34-year-old and Arjuna awardee, with overall 546 points in his PKL career, has tremendous experience of leading the attack and will surely do justice to his first time appearance in a Pink Panthers jersey.

Kumar will get the required support from K Selvamani and Deepak Niwas Hooda, both of whom are efficient raiders themselves. Jaipur have also assembled some young raiders who will have the advantage of age and fresh legs, and can make a lot of difference. Lokesh Kaushik, Amit Kumar, Ajit Singh, Anand Patil, and Sunil Siddhgavali are some of the names who will hope to make a mark.

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