The UP Yoddhas take on Gujarat Giants in Match 20 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11 on October 27, 2024. The match will be played at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad, India, and is scheduled for 9:00 PM IST. Both teams have faced recent setbacks and are looking to regain their winning form after losses in their last matches. The Yoddhas come into this match with a close 29-32 loss to Bengal Warriors, while the Giants are aiming to recover after a 27-33 defeat by U Mumba.
UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Match and Venue Details
- Match Details: UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants, Match 20, PKL Season 11
- Venue: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
- Date and Time: October 27, 2024, 9:00 PM IST
- Where to Watch: Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar
UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Head-to-Head Record
In past encounters, the UP Yoddhas and Gujarat Giants have had a balanced rivalry, with each team showing strength in different areas. Both teams have faced each other in 11 matches in Pro Kabaddi League. Out of these 11 games, Giants have won 7 whereas UP bagged victories on 2 occasions. The other 2 matches ended with a tie.
UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Starting 7s Prediction
UP Yoddhas Probable 7
- Surender Gill (Raider)
- Heiderali Ekrami (Raider)
- Sahul Kumar (Right Corner)
- Sumit Sangwan (Left Corner)
- Ashu Singh (Defender)
- Mahender Singh (Cover)
- Bharat Hooda (Raider)
Gujarat Giants Probable 7
- Guman Singh (Raider)
- Parteek Dahiya (All-Rounder)
- Rakesh (Raider)
- Sombir (Defender)
- Neeraj Kumar (Defender, Captain)
- Balaji D (Defender)
- Rohit (Defender)
UP Yoddhas and Gujarat Giants Recent Performances
The UP Yoddhas have shown impressive individual performances, with Bharat Hooda leading with two Super 10s in three matches and Surender Gill scoring a strong 17 points against Bengaluru Bulls. While the Yoddhas’ left corner, Sumit, has excelled with 14 tackle points in three games, there is some inconsistency in their cover position, and key players like Ashu Singh and Sahul Kumar are yet to find consistent form.
The Gujarat Giants have struggled with underwhelming performances from key raiders, with Guman Singh scoring only 9 points across two games, and Rakesh managing just 4 raid points so far. Neeraj Kumar, their captain, has also had a slow start, which has limited the team’s defensive output.
Player Availability and Injury Updates
Both teams are expected to play with their full squads, with no significant injury concerns reported so far. All key players should be available for this clash, making it a competitive match-up.
Top Fantasy Picks for UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Match
- Raiders: Bharat Hooda (UP), Surender Gill (UP), Guman Singh (GUJ) – Bharat Hooda and Surender Gill are reliable point-scorers, while Guman Singh will look to make an impact.
- All-Rounders: Parteek Dahiya (GUJ) – A versatile player capable of contributing in both attack and defence.
- Defenders: Sumit Sangwan (UP), Neeraj Kumar (GUJ), Sombir (GUJ) – With high tackle potential, these players offer stability and consistent points.
UP Yoddhas and Gujarat Giants Dream11 Team Prediction
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 1 (UP vs GUJ)
- Raiders: Surender Gill, Guman Singh, Bharat Hooda
- Defenders: Neeraj Kumar, Sombir, Sumit Sangwan
- All-Rounders: Parteek Dahiya
- Captain: Sumit Sangwan
- Vice-Captain: Surender Gill
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 2 (UP vs GUJ)
- Raiders: Bharat Hooda, Surender Gill
- Defenders: Sombir, Sumit Sangwan, Sahul Kumar
- All-Rounders: Ashu Singh, Parteek Dahiya
- Captain: Bharat Hooda
- Vice-Captain: Sombir
PKL Match 20
The UP Yoddhas have displayed strong raiding power, but they will need consistency in defence to outmatch Gujarat Giants, who are under pressure to deliver a cohesive performance. For Dream11 fantasy users, Bharat Hooda and Sumit Sangwan make for excellent captain choices due to their reliable scoring, while Parteek Dahiya and Surender Gill are ideal vice-captain options given their recent forms and the balanced coverage they provide. Expect a thrilling contest as both teams aim to regain momentum and secure vital points in PKL 11.