PKL 11: Super Sunday will see Bengal Warriorz taking on Jaipur Pink Panthers and Gujarat Giants lock horns with Bengaluru Bulls

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is back with its eleventh season, and the action is heating up. On October 20, the Bengal Warriorz will face off against the Jaipur Pink Panthers in the fifth match of the season and the sixth match will see Gujarat Giants taking on Bengaluru Bulls.

PKL 11 Match no. 5: Bengal Warriorz vs Jaipur Pink Panthers

The Bengal Warriorz and Jaipur Pink Panthers have a long-standing rivalry, having faced each other 18 times in PKL history. The Warriorz hold a slight edge in the head-to-head record, with 10 wins to the Panthers' 7. However, the Panthers won their last encounter, so this match is expected to be a close contest.

Bengal Warriorz

The Bengal Warriorz will be led by the experienced Fazel Atrachali aka ‘Sultan’, who has consistently been one of the best players in the league. His ability to score points at will makes him a crucial asset for the team. In defence, he will be the best man for his team, and his tackling skills can disrupt the opposition's raiding plans.

Jaipur Pink Panthers

On the other hand, the Jaipur Pink Panthers have a strong squad led by Arjun Deshwal, who can score points quickly. His fantastic raids can turn the tide of a match. The Panthers' defense is also solid, and they have several talented defenders who can shut down the opposition's raiders.

Probable Playing 7s

• Bengal Warriorz: Maninder Singh, Nitin Kumar, Vishwas S, Fazel Atrachali, Nitesh Kumar, Vaibhav Garje, Shreyas Umbardand
• Jaipur Pink Panthers: Arjun Deshwal, Vikash Khandola, Abhijeet Malik, Surjeet Singh, Reza Mirbagheri, Ankush, Lucky

PKL 11 Match no. 6: Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls

Another exciting match on October 20 will see the Gujarat Giants take on the Bengaluru Bulls. Both teams have a strong history in the PKL and are looking to make a statement this season.

Gujarat Giants

The Gujarat Giants have a balanced team with a strong raiding and defending unit. Rakesh is their leading raider, while Neeraj Kumar is a reliable defender and will lead the unit. Mohammad Esmaeil Nabibakhsh is a versatile player who can contribute to raiding and defending.

Bengaluru Bulls

The Bengaluru Bulls have a talented squad, with Pardeep Narwal being their top raider. Surinder Singh is a solid defender, and Nitin Rawal is a versatile player who can contribute in both raiding and defending.

Probable Playing 7s

• Gujarat Giants: Rakesh, Guman Singh, Parteek Dahiya, Neeraj Kumar, Mohammad Esmaeil Nabibakhsh, Sombir, Jitender
• Bengaluru Bulls: Pardeep Narwal, Ajinkya Pawar, Jai Bhagwan, Surinder Singh, Nitin Rawal, Parteek, Saurabh Nandal

Both matches are expected to be closely contested, and fans can look forward to some exciting kabaddi action. The matches will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar.