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U Mumba and Jaipur Pink Panthers have a rich rivalry and a history that goes back to the very first season. Another good encounter is on the cards when they face each other in the 68th match of Pro Kabaddi 2019 on the opening day of the Bengaluru leg.
The current U Mumba unit is not quite the same challenging team from the previous seasons. They have missed the services of a match-winning raider and that reflects in their points tally. Mumbai are currently at the sixth position in the points table and have looked vulnerable at times.
Arjun Deshwal, Abhishek Singh and Athul MS form a part of Mumba’s attack. Although they have the required skills, they need some more experience to turn themselves into proper significant raiders.
Mumba’s defensive front, led by Fazel & Sandeep, has been their stronghold this season. But it has been breached 6 times in 11 matches and that tells you about U Mumba’s inconsistency. Right cover Surinder Singh has managed only 6 points in the last 5 games and would be keen to bring his lethal dashes into the game.
U Mumba Form Guide: W L W L L W L W L W L
After enjoying a strong start in the early stages of this tournament, Jaipur have ended up on the losing side 3 times in the last 4 matches. Their skipper Deepak Niwas Hooda has scored only 2 points in the last 2 games and that is the main reason for Jaipur’s blip in form.
Nitin Rawal has provided good support to this attack and has been Jaipur’s main man in times of crisis. Deepak Narwal could manage only 2 points in the last game and he must try to bring more to this team by using his experience. They also have Nilesh Salunke who has the ability to produce multi-point raids.
Ajinkya Pawar has been spot on with his execution in the last few matches and he could fetch himself a place in the starting seven. Sandeep Dhull and Santhapanaselvam have looked in fine touch and will look to carry on.
Stat: Jaipur Pink Panthers have the most number of tackle points this season (127)
Jaipur Pink Panthers Form Guide: W W W W L W W L W L L
Predicted Starting 7s
U Mumba: Abhishek Singh, Arjun Deshwal, Harendra Kumar, Surinder Singh, Athul MS, Fazel Atrachali (C), Sandeep Narwal
Jaipur Pink Panthers: Deepak Niwas Hooda (C), Nitin Rawal, Sunil Siddhgavali, Ajinkya Pawar, Deepak Narwal, Sandeep Dhull, Santhapanaselvam
Match Prediction
U Mumba have failed to put up a balanced team effort. They have delivered in bits and pieces and may find themselves under the pump against a relatively stronger Jaipur side.
Jaipur Pink Panthers have gone without a win in their last 2 games and in order to gain a victory, their defense must look forward to exploiting Mumba’s inexperienced attack.
Jaipur Pink Panthers could be expected to beat U Mumba.
Where and when to watch
Date: Saturday, 31st August 2019
Start time: 8:30pm IST
Venue: Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru
Live telecast: Star Sports Network
Live streaming: Hotstar
Live updates: Sportskeeda
