U.P. Yoddha vs Telugu Titans, Pro Kabaddi (PKL), Today Match Prediction

upy vs telt Match Prediction & Analysis

UP Yoddhas lockhorns against Telugu Titans in match 53 of Pro Kabbadi League (PKL) Season 11 on Thursday, 14th November 2024. The match is scheduled to be played at Noida Indoor Stadium in Noida. 

The UP Yoddhas are still reeling from their recent 33-35 loss to the Jaipur Pink Panthers. Meanwhile, the Telugu Titans are riding high after a thrilling 34-33 victory over the defending champions, Puneri Paltan.

Currently, the Yoddhas are languishing in 10th place on the PKL points table with 20 points from 8 matches (3 wins, 5 losses). In contrast, the Telugu Titans have turned their season around and now occupy 6th place with 26 points from 8 matches (5 wins, 3 losses).

The UP Yoddhas have a dominant head-to-head record against the Telugu Titans, winning 9 out of 14 matches. The Titans have managed only 3 wins, with the remaining 2 matches ending in draws. In the last five encounters, the Yoddhas have emerged victorious four times. Moreover, they have averaged an impressive 41 points per game in the past two seasons.

U.P. Yoddha vs Telugu Titans Over/Under Predictions

TEAMS PREVIEW

U.P. Yoddha Preview

The UP Yoddhas have been plagued by a series of close losses in their last three matches. Despite holding commanding leads, the team has faltered in crucial moments, particularly in the final five minutes, leading to four narrow defeats. This losing streak began with a 28-30 loss to the Haryana Steelers, followed by a 37-42 loss to the Patna Pirates, a 33-30 loss to the Jaipur Pink Panthers, and most recently, a 33-35 loss to U Mumba, where they squandered a significant lead.

Captain Surender Gill's injury has further compounded the team's woes. The absence of a reliable secondary raider to support Bharat Hooda has left the raiding department vulnerable. Additionally, Sumit Sangwan, who had a strong start to the season, has seen a decline in his tackle efficiency in recent matches.

To break their four-match losing streak, the Yoddhas must maintain their composure and execute their strategies effectively. This season, the team has averaged 34.63 points per game while conceding 32.5 points per game. Their raiding unit has contributed an average of 20.13 raid points, and their defense has averaged 10.75 tackle points per game. Bharat Hooda, with 64 raid points, and Sumit Sangwan, with 29 tackle points, have been the team's top performers.

UP Yoddhas Probable Starting 7 -  Bharat Hooda, Shivam Chaudhary, Gagan Gowda, Sumit Sangwan, Hitesh, Vivek, Ashu Singh

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Telugu Titans Preview

The Telugu Titans have turned their fortunes around, securing three consecutive victories. Their latest triumph came at home in Hyderabad, where they outclassed the defending champions, Puneri Paltan, by a score of 34-33. Pawan Sherawat, with 12 raid touch points, achieved his sixth Super 10 of the season. Experienced all-rounder Vijay Malik showcased his versatility with a 13-point all-round performance, including 4 raid touch points, 8 bonus points, and 1 tackle point.

Sagar, with two tackle points, was the top defender, while Krishan Dhull and Ankit contributed one tackle point each. To secure a victory against the UP Yoddhas, the Titans will need to effectively neutralize the threat posed by Bharat Hooda and Gagan Gowda. While their raiding unit has been performing well, the Titans will aim to maintain their momentum.

This season, the Titans have averaged 32.5 points per game and conceded 36.75 points per game. Their raiding unit, averaging 21.63 raid points per game, is the second-best in the league. However, their defense, averaging only 8.13 tackle points per game, is the weakest in the league. Pawan Sherawat, with 88 raid points, and Sagar Sethpal, with 15 tackle points, have been the team's standout performers.

Telugu Titans Probable Starting 7 - Pawan Sherawat, Ashish Narwal, Vijay Malik, Sagar Sethpal, Ajit Pawar, Ankit, Krishan Dhull 

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