Dabang Delhi K.C. vs Gujarat Giants, Pro Kabaddi (PKL), Today Match Prediction

ddkc vs gg Match Prediction & Analysis

Dabang Delhi KC Square off against Gujarat Giants in match 65 of Pro Kabbadi League (PKL) Season 11 on Wednesday, 20th November 2024. The match is scheduled to be played at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex, Noida Indoor Stadium in Noida. 

Dabang Delhi KC is coming off a 35-25 win over the Bengaluru Bulls in their last match, while the Gujarat Giants are coming off a 32-24 loss against the Jaipur Pink Panthers. Dabang Delhi KC currently stands sixth with 32 points in 11 matches (5 wins, 5 losses, and 1 tie), and the Gujarat Giants are currently at the bottom of the PKL points table with 12 points in 10 matches (2 wins and 8 losses).

When it comes to the head-to-head record, it's evenly matched, with both Dabang Delhi KC and the Gujarat Giants winning six games apiece and two matches ending in a tie out of the 14 matches played. Dabang Delhi KC has won four of their last five games, and the average total match score per game in these matches is 73.2. The Gujarat Giants averaged 34.75 points against the Bulls in the last two seasons, while Dabang Delhi KC averaged 41 points.

Dabang Delhi K.C. vs Gujarat Giants Over/Under Predictions

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Dabang Delhi K.C. Preview

Dabang Delhi KC is on a winning streak, losing only one of their last five games and enjoying a four-match unbeaten run. Their latest victory was a convincing 10-point win over the Bengaluru Bulls, 35-25. Ashu Malik led the way with 14 points (12 touch points and 2 bonus points), while Vinay Virender and Mohit contributed with two raid points each. The defense was stellar, led by Yogesh Dahiya's impressive five tackle points, particularly his lethal ankle and thigh holds. Ashish Malik added three tackle points, and Sandeep and Gaurav Chillar chipped in with three and two tackle points respectively.

Dabang Delhi KC now turns its attention to the Gujarat Giants, a team that has struggled to win games. Once again, the team will rely heavily on captain Ashu Malik to lead the raiding. Vinay Virender is expected to step up if Malik falters, especially against the Giants' ankle hold specialist, Jitender Yadav. On defense, Yogesh Dahiya will play a crucial role in containing the Giants' left raider, Guman Singh, who has been in good form in recent matches.

Statistically, Delhi averages 33.45 points per game and concedes 33 points per game. Their raiding unit averages 19.64 raid points per game, while their defense averages 9.82 tackle points per game, ranking ninth in the league. Ashu Malik is the team's top raider with 128 raid points in 11 matches, and Yogesh Dahiya is the top defender with 31 tackle points.

Dabang Delhi KC Probable Starting 7 - Ashu Malik, Mohit, Vinay Virender, Yogesh Dahiya, Ashish Malik, Sandeep, Gaurav Chillar

Gujarat Giants Preview

Gujarat Giants appeared to have found their stride with a commanding 47-28 victory over the Bengal Warriors, but their momentum was abruptly halted by the Jaipur Pink Panthers in their subsequent match, losing 32-24. This defeat has significantly hindered the Giants' qualification prospects. With 12 games remaining in the season, the maximum points they can accumulate, assuming they win all matches, is 72. Consequently, the Giants face a challenging road ahead.

In the match against the Pink Panthers, Guman Singh delivered a super 10 performance, scoring 11 raid points (9 touch points and 2 bonus points). Rakesh provided some support with 4 points (3 raid points and 1 tackle point). Himanshu and Mohit were the top defenders with two tackle points each. However, Jitender Yadav's performance, with just one tackle point, was disappointing, especially considering the high expectations placed on him. Much will depend on Jitender Yadav's ability to contain Ashu Malik. If they can restrict Malik's impact and keep him off the court, the Giants will significantly improve their chances of winning this match.

The Gujarat Giants average 29 points per game, the lowest scoring average in the league this season. They concede an average of 36.7 points per game. Their raiding unit averages 15.6 raid points per game, ranking 12th in the league. Their defense, ranked 6th, averages 11 tackle points per game. Guman Singh is the team's top raider with 74 raid points, and Jitender Yadav is the top defender with 28 tackle points in 9 matches.

Gujarat Giants Probable Starting 7 - Guman Singh, Parteek Dahiya, Rakesh Sangroya, Himanshu, Jitender Yadav, Mohit, Balaji D