Bengal Warrior brace for Bengaluru Bull: Challenge in Match 104 of PKL season 11
Match number 104 of Pro Kabaddi League season 11 will witness an exciting clash between Bengal Warriors and Bengaluru Bulls on December 10. The highly anticipated fixture is scheduled to take place at the prestigious Badminton Hall in Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune, with a start time of 09:00 PM IST.
Bengal Warriors vs Bengaluru Bulls form guide
Bengal Warriors enter this crucial encounter on the back of a heartbreaking defeat against Telugu Titans on December 7. In a closely fought battle, they narrowly lost the match 32-34, marking their tenth defeat in what has been a challenging Pro Kabaddi League season 11 campaign.
Bengal Warriors vs Bengaluru Bulls head-to-head record
The rivalry between Bengal Warriors and Bengaluru Bulls has produced some memorable encounters, with the teams facing each other 23 times throughout PKL history.
The head-to-head statistics favor Bengal Warriors, who have emerged victorious in 14 matches against their opponents. The Bengaluru Bulls have managed to secure 9 wins in these encounters, highlighting the competitive nature of this fixture.
Their most recent clash ended in a commanding performance by Bengal Warriors, who dominated proceedings to secure a convincing 40-29 victory over the Bulls.
After 16 matches in the current season, Bengal Warriors find themselves in eleventh position on the PKL Season 11 points table. Their campaign has seen 4 victories and ten defeats, while 2 matches have ended in draws, accumulating a total of 32 points.
The Bengaluru Bulls have endured an even more challenging season, currently occupying the twelfth spot. They have managed just 2 wins against thirteen defeats, with 1 match ending in a tie, bringing their total points tally to 19.
Bengal Warriors vs Bengaluru Bulls top players
Bengal Warriors
Nitin Kumar has emerged as the standout raider for Bengal Warriors this season, showcasing remarkable consistency with 118 raid points in 14 matches. His recent form remains strong, evidenced by a valuable 6-point contribution in his last appearance.
The defensive responsibilities for Bengal Warriors rest primarily with the experienced Fazel Attachable, who has demonstrated his prowess by accumulating 45 tackle points in 16 appearances during PKL 11.
Nitin Kumar has been the prime raider for Bengal Warriorz this season after racking up 112 raid points in 13 matches. He picked up 6 points in his previous appearance.
Meanwhile, the defensive duties of Bengal Warriorz will be shouldered mainly by Fazel Atrachali, who has scored 38 tackle points in 13 matches in PKL 11.
Bengaluru Bulls
Best Raider – Sushil (6 raid points)
Best Defender – Nitin Rawal (7 tackle points)
The Bengaluru Bulls’ raiding department is spearheaded by the talented Pardeep Narwal, who has amassed 74 raid points in 14 matches this season.
In defense, Saurabh Nandal leads the charge with 28 tackle points from 15 matches. The versatile Nitin Rawal has proven his worth as the team’s premier all-rounder, contributing significantly with 60 points across 16 matches. Bengaluru Bulls kept chipping away at the lead. Jai Bhagwan and Sushil combined to reduce a five-point gap to two. Rakesh was making a big impact on the contest with a flurry of important raids, which helped Gujarat Giants keep their noses out in front.
PKL Stats, Records and Milestones
Several players are approaching significant milestones in this match. Bengal Warriors’ star raider Maninder Singh stands on the brink of a century, requiring just 2 more points to reach the 100 raid points mark in Pro Kabaddi League season 11.
For the Bengaluru Bulls, young talent Akshit Kuldeep Dhull is just 1 point away from achieving a career milestone of 100 raid points in PKL.
The experienced Fazel Atrachali from Bengal Warriors is closing in on a defensive landmark, needing 5 more points to complete 50 tackle points this season.
Where to watch Pro Kabaddi Season 11 LIVE?
Kabaddi enthusiasts can catch all the thrilling LIVE action from Pro Kabaddi Season 11 exclusively on the Star Sports Network. Digital viewers can stream the matches live on Disney+ Hotstar platform.
