📅 Date: Saturday, 6th September 2025
🕗 Time: 08:00 PM IST (02:30 PM GMT)
🏟️ Venue: Vishwanadh Sports Club, Vizag
🏆 Tournament: Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 (PKL 2025)
Match Overview
Patna Pirates will go head-to-head against Bengaluru Bulls in a crucial PKL Season 12 clash. Both teams are yet to secure their first win this season, making this encounter a must-win battle. The Pirates are known for their defensive strength, while the Bulls rely heavily on their raiding unit.
For kabaddi fans following live betting trends, this match offers exciting opportunities with its unpredictable nature. Platforms like rajabets are covering PKL betting markets, adding extra thrill to today’s contest.
Probable Starting 7
Patna Pirates (PAT):
- Deepak Singh
- Sanket Sawant
- Sombir
- Ankit (C)
- Ayan
- Manindra Singh
- Sudhakar M
Bengaluru Bulls (BLR):
- Sanjay
- Yogesh
- Deepak Sankar
- Alireza Mirzaian
- Dheeraj
- Akash Shinde (C)
- Aashish Malik
Team Insights
🔰 Patna Pirates (PAT)
- Deepak Singh and Sanket Sawant will anchor the defense.
- Skipper Ankit has been in solid form and will lead from the front.
- Sudhakar M and Manindra Singh are the primary raiders.
🔴 Bengaluru Bulls (BLR)
- Sanjay and Yogesh form the defensive wall.
- Iranian all-rounder Alireza Mirzaian adds balance to the side.
- Akash Shinde, the captain, will be key in raids with support from Aashish Malik.
Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 25
- Patna Pirates Wins: 14
- Bengaluru Bulls Wins: 7
- Tied: 4
Patna Pirates hold the upper hand historically, winning more than half of their encounters. Bettors checking rajabets live betting odds will note that Pirates often dominate this rivalry.
Current Form
- Patna Pirates: L L
- Bengaluru Bulls: L L
Both teams are coming off consecutive losses and will be desperate for a turnaround.
Key Players to Watch
Patna Pirates:
- Ankit (Captain, Defender)
- Deepak Singh (Defender)
Bengaluru Bulls:
- Akash Shinde (Captain, Raider)
- Yogesh (Defender)
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Best Captain Picks: Ankit, Akash Shinde
- Vice-Captain Options: Deepak Singh, Yogesh
PKL season 12 point table
| No | Team | M | W | L | Tie | NR | PD | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Puneri Paltan | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +31 | 6 | WWW |
| 2 | UP Yoddha | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +8 | 4 | WW |
| 3 | U Mumba | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 4 | LWW |
| 4 | Dabang Delhi | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 2 | W |
| 5 | Jaipur Pink Panthers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 2 | W |
| 6 | Bengal Warriors | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 2 | LW |
| 7 | Haryana Steelers | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -10 | 2 | WL |
| 8 | Tamil Thalaivas | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | LW |
| 9 | Patna Pirates | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -6 | 0 | LL |
| 10 | Bengaluru Bulls | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -7 | 0 | LL |
| 11 | Telugu Titans | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -8 | 0 | LL |
| 12 | Gujarat Giants | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -22 | 0 | LL |
📌 Note:M = Matches, W = Won, L = Lost, Tie = Tie, NR = No Result, PD = Points Difference, Pts = Points.
Expert Match Prediction
Looking at the squads and recent performances, Patna Pirates appear slightly stronger on paper, particularly in defense. Expect a close battle, but Pirates might edge this one if their raiders click at the right time. For those exploring rajabets betting options, a narrow win for Patna Pirates could be the safe play.
Fantasy Kabaddi Tips
- Small League Picks: Ankit, Deepak Singh, Akash Shinde
- Grand League Risky Picks: Sombir, Dheeraj, Alireza Mirzaian
- Suggested combination: 5 players from PAT, 2 from BLR
Live Updates
- 📺 Telecast: Star Sports Network
- 📱 Live Streaming: JioCinema
- 🟢 Live Score: RAJABETS, ESPNcricinfo
Squads
Patna Pirates: Ankit (C), Deepak Singh, Sanket Sawant, Sombir, Sudhakar M, Manindra Singh, Navdeep Singh, Ayan, Deepak Jaglan, Amin Ghorbani, Hamid Mirzarinader, Milan Dahiya, Mandeep Kumar, Sahil Patil, Ashish Birwal, Balaji D, Jadhav Shahaji, Saurabh Narwal.
Bengaluru Bulls: Akash Shinde (C), Sanjay, Yogesh, Deepak Sankar, Aashish Malik, Alireza Mirzaian, Dheeraj, Chandra Naik, Lucky Kumar Dhankar, Pankaj, Ankush Rathee, Ganesha Hanamantagol, Mahipal, Manjeet Thakur, Shubham Bitake, Manish, Satyappa Matti, Ahmad Raza Asgari, Amit Thakur, Jitendra Yadav, Sachin, Sahil Rane, Shubham Rathee.