Pro-Kabaddi League: UP Yoddhas eye to maintain their stride as they face off against season 11's second-place finishers, Patna Pirates
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season 12 is set to kick off with a thrilling match between Patna Pirates and UP Yoddhas on August 31 at 8:00 pm IST in Vizag, India. Both teams are eager to make a strong start and build positive momentum in this edition.
Patna Pirates, aiming to blend defensive diligence with offensive dynamism, have a formidable lineup for their first match of the campaign. The team has secured key players at the auction table, including all-rounder Ankit Jaglan, who was bought for INR 1.5725 crore, and defender Deepak Singh, secured with a two-season Final Bid Match card for INR 86 lakhs. The Pirates' defensive unit includes Hamid Mirzaei Nader, Navdeep, Thiyagarajan Yuvaraj, Saurabh, Prianshu, Sombir, Balasaheb Shahaji Jadhav, Amin Ghorbani, Sanket Sawant, and Deepak Rajender Singh. On the offensive front, Ayan, Deepak, Sahil Patil, Sudhakar M, Milan, Ankit, Mandeep, and Maninder Singh will be the raiders to watch out for.
The UP Yoddhas, on the other hand, are determined to maintain their momentum from their opening win in the previous campaign. Assistant coach Upendra Malik emphasised the importance of a strong start, stating that it is crucial to kick off with positive momentum and maintain control over the proceedings. The Yoddhas started their campaign with a 40-35 win over Telugu Titans, with Gagan Gowda scoring 14 points and Sumit Sangwan scoring 8 points.
The UP Yoddhas' defensive unit includes Ashu Singh, Jayesh Vikas Mahajan, Gangaram, Sachin, Sahul Kumar, Sumit, Hitesh, Ronak, Mahender Singh, and Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi. This encounter brings together two teams with a similar zest and zeal to complete unfinished business from the previous campaign.
Both teams will be looking to secure victories to have a positive phase early in this edition of the Pro Kabaddi League. The match promises to be an exciting one, with both teams showcasing their skills and strategies. Don't miss out on the action as Patna Pirates take on UP Yoddhas in what promises to be an unforgettable encounter.
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