PKL 11: UP Yoddhas vs Puneri Paltan Predicted 7, team news, head-to-head & free live stream

Earlier in PKL 11, UP Yoddhas played out a thrilling 29-29 draw with Puneri Paltan.

UP Yoddhas will take on defending champions Puneri Paltan for a second time in Pro Kabaddi 2024 (PKL 11) in match 97 at the Balewadi Sports Complex in Pune.

UP Yoddhas have blown hot and cold this season, but the outfit are finally on an upward track. They currently sit in fourth place in the PKL 11 table with eight wins from 16 matches. They are coming into the fixture on the back of a stellar 32-32 draw over Dabang Delhi.

As for Puneri Paltan, the defending champions will hope for a change of fortunes when they take the mat guided by newly appointed coach Ashok Shinde. The outfit parted ways with coach BC Ramesh who has taken up a new role as team advisor. They currently sit at the eighth spot with seven wins in 16 matches and have won only two of their last nine matches in PKL 11.

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UP Yoddhas vs Puneri Paltan PKL 11 Squad:

UP Yoddhas:

Raiders: Gagan Gowda, Keshav Kumar, Bharat Hooda, Bhavani Rajput, Heidarali Ekrami, Surender Gill, Akshay Suryawanshi, Shivam Chaudhary

Defenders: Ashu Singh, Hitesh, Sachin, Sahul Kumar, Mahender Singh, Vivek, Sumit, Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi

All-rounders: Gangaram, Jayesh Mahajan

Puneri Paltan

Raiders: Nitin R, Aditya Shinde, Akash Shinde, Pankaj Mohite, Ajith Kumar, Aryavardhan Navale

Defenders: Dadaso Pujari, Tushar Adhavade, Vaibhav Balasaheb, Sanket Sawant, Abinesh Nadarajan, Gaurav Khatri, Mohit, Ali Hadi, Aman, Mohd. Amaan, Vishal, Sourav

All-Rounders: Mohit Goyat, Aslam Inamdar, Amir Hassan Noroozi

Players to watch out for:

Bhavani Rajput (UP Yoddhas)

Bhavani Rajput has been a revelation for the UP Yoddhas in PKL 11, stepping up when his team needed him the most in the absence of their captain, Surender Gill. In just 15 matches, he has scored an impressive 96 points, averaging 6.2 raid points per match.

What stands out is his ability to stay on the mat with an 82.43% not-out rate, showing his composure and consistency under pressure. Bhavani has attempted 205 raids with a success rate of 45.36%, bagging five Super 10s and pulling off one Super Raid along the way. His fearless approach and knack for rising to the occasion have made him a vital part of the Yoddhas’ campaign this season.

Gaurav Khatri (Puneri Paltan)

Gaurav Khatri has been a standout performer for Puneri Paltan in PKL 11, solidifying his reputation as a formidable right-corner defender. With 16 matches under his belt, Gaurav has earned 47 tackle points, showcasing his sharp instincts and impeccable timing.

He has executed 80 tackles with a success rate of 56%, an impressive feat in such a competitive league. His ability to deliver under pressure is evident from his two Super Tackles and four High 5s this season. Averaging 2.81 successful tackles per match.

Predicted Starting 7:

UP Yoddhas

Bhavani Rajput, Gagan Gowda, Hitesh, Sumit Sangwan, Ashu Singh, Mahender Singh, Bharat Hooda.

Puneri Paltan

Pankaj Mohite, Akash Shinde, Mohit Goyat, Abinesh Nadarajan, Sanket Sawant, Gaurav Khatri, Mohit.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches Played – 12

UP Yoddhas wins – 6

Puneri Paltan wins – 6

Draw – 1

When and where to watch

The live-action UP Yoddhas vs Puneri Paltan PKL 11 match will be telecasted on Star Sports television and can be streamed live on Hotstar.

Time: 8:00 PM

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