Patna Pirates vs Haryana Steelers, Pro Kabaddi (PKL), Today Match Prediction

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Patna Pirates square off against Haryana Steelers in match 52 of Pro Kabbadi League (PKL) Season 11 on Wednesday, 13th November 2024. The match is scheduled to be played at Noida Indoor Stadium, Noida. 

The Patna Pirates are coming off a dominant 40-27 victory over the Gujarat Giants, while the Haryana Steelers dismantled U Mumba 48-39 in a high-scoring affair. The Steelers' recent win has propelled them to the second spot on the PKL points table with 31 points from 8 matches (6 wins and 2 losses). The Patna Pirates, on the other hand, continue their rise, occupying the fourth position with 27 points from 8 matches (5 wins and 3 losses).

The head-to-head record between the two teams is evenly matched, with both the Patna Pirates and Haryana Steelers winning five matches each and one match ending in a tie out of the 11 matches played. However, the Steelers have a slight edge, having won three of their last five encounters. Additionally, the last two seasons have witnessed high-scoring matches between these two teams, with an average total match score of 69.75 points per game.

Patna Pirates vs Haryana Steelers Over/Under Predictions

TEAMS PREVIEW

Patna Pirates Preview

The Patna Pirates, led by their new captain Ankit Jaglan, registered their fifth win of the season with a dominant 40-27 victory over their former coach Ram Mehar Singh's Gujarat Giants.

Ayan Lohchab led the Pirates' raiding charge with a 10-point performance (6 raid touches, 2 bonus points, and 2 tackle points), while Devank Dalal (6 raid points) and Sandeep Kumar (5 raid touches) contributed significantly. The Pirates' defense, anchored by Deepak Rathee, who excelled with his thigh holds, was equally impressive. Rathee finished with four tackle points, while Shubham Shinde and Arkaram Sheikh added three each. Ankit Jaglan also chipped in with two tackle points.

With both their raiding and defensive units performing at a high level, the Pirates look like a formidable force this season. They are averaging 37.75 points per game and conceding 35.62 points per game. Their raiding unit, led by Devank Dalal (93 raid points), is the top-ranked raiding unit in the league, averaging 21.3 raid points per game. Their defense, led by Ankit Jaglan (24 tackle points), is ranked sixth, averaging 10.5 tackle points per game.

Patna Pirates Probable Starting 7 - Devank Dalal, Ayan Lohchab, Sandeep Kumar, Deepak Rathee, Arkam Sheikh, Shubham Shinde, Ankit Jaglan

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Haryana Steelers Preview

The Haryana Steelers continue their dominant run, this time dismantling U Mumba by a score of 48-39. The Steelers' victory was built on a strong performance from both their raiding and defensive units. Mohammadreza Shadloui was the standout performer, delivering a stellar all-round performance. After a quiet start, he exploded in the second half, showcasing his exceptional defensive skills with multiple ankle holds and even contributing a Super Raid. His impressive 4 raid points and 6 tackle points earned him his first High 5 of the season.

Vishal Tate and Shivam Patare were also instrumental in the Steelers' win, combining for 22 raid points. Their consistent raiding efforts put immense pressure on the U Mumba defense. As the Steelers shift their focus to their next match against the Patna Pirates, they will need to be wary of the Pirates' formidable raiding duo. However, if the Steelers' defense, led by the likes of Mohammadreza Shadloui, can effectively neutralize the Pirates' raiders, they have a strong chance of securing another victory.

The Steelers' balanced approach, with a strong defense and a reliable raiding unit, has been key to their success so far. With a league-best defensive average of 12.63 tackle points per game, they have proven to be a tough team to score against. While their raiding unit, averaging 19.75 raid points per game, may not be the most prolific, their consistent performance has been crucial in their victories. Vinay, with 53 raid points, and Mohammadreza Shadloui, with 28 tackle points, have been the standout performers for the Steelers this season.

Haryana Steelers Probable Starting 7 - Vinay, Shivam Patare, Vishal Tate, Jaideep Dahiya, Sanjay Dhull, Rahul Sethpal, Mohammadreza Shadloui

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