GUJ vs DEL, Pro Kabaddi League 2023: Dream11 Prediction, Player stats & Fantasy Tips – Match 53
GUJ vs DEL Pro Kabaddi League 2023: The Pro Kabaddi League roars into the new year with a mouthwatering clash on Tuesday, 02 January 2024, as the Gujarat Giants take on Dabang Delhi KC at the Noida Indoor Stadium. Both teams come into this encounter with contrasting fortunes, setting the stage for a thrilling battle for supremacy.
GUJ vs DEL (Gujarat Giants vs Dabang Delhi) Match Details
| Match | Gujarat Giants vs Dabang Delhi |
| League | Pro Kabaddi League |
| Date | Tuesday, 2nd January 2024 |
| Time | 08:00 PM (IST) – 02:30 PM (GMT) |
Gujarat Giants: Chasing Redemption After a Patchy Run
The Giants, last year’s finalists are at the top of the table. The likes of Rakesh and Mahendra Rajput, known for their explosive raiding, will be eager to rediscover their touch and lead the charge against Delhi. The defensive unit, marshalled by Sunil Kumar, needs to tighten its grip and prevent the Dabang raiders from wreaking havoc.
Dabang Delhi KC: Riding High on Momentum
Delhi, on the other hand, is brimming with confidence after a string of impressive victories. Naveen, the league’s leading scorer, has been unstoppable, his audacious raids leaving opponents with no answers. The defensive duo of Manjeet Chhillar and Amit Tomar has formed an impenetrable wall, frustrating even the most skilled raiders. Delhi’s captain, Vikas Kandola, will be keen to maintain his team’s winning momentum and solidify their position in the top half of the table.
GUJ vs DEL Head-to-Head:
The head-to-head record between Gujarat Giants and Dabang Delhi is quite close, with both teams winning an equal number of matches in their encounters. Here’s a breakdown:
Overall:
- Matches Played: 12
- Gujarat Giants Wins: 5
- Dabang Delhi Wins: 5
- Ties: 2
Recent form:
- Last 3 Matches: Dabang Delhi has won the last 3 encounters.
- Last Match: Dabang Delhi won 50-47 in Pro Kabaddi Season 9, Match 53 on November 25, 2022.
Top Performers:
- Gujarat Giants: Rakesh Sungroya (top raider, 84 raid points in PKL Season 8), Parvesh Bhainswal (best defender, 25 tackle points in PKL Season 8).
- Dabang Delhi: Naveen Kumar (best raider, 135 raid points in PKL Season 8), Manjeet Chhillar (leading defender, 22 tackle points in PKL Season 8).
GUJ vs DEL Live Telecast
The match will be live on Star Sports/Hotstar.
POINTS TABLE – Pro Kabaddi League
| # | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tie | NR | PD | Points | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Giants | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 33 | WWWLL |
| 2 | Puneri Paltan | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 90 | 31 | WWWWL |
| 3 | Jaipur Pink Panthers | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 16 | 28 | TWWWL |
| 4 | U Mumba | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 26 | WWWWL |
| 5 | Haryana Steelers | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -16 | 26 | LWLWW |
| 6 | Dabang Delhi | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 25 | WTWLW |
| 7 | Bengaluru Bulls | 10 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | -37 | 25 | WLWLW |
| 8 | Patna Pirates | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 22 | WLWLL |
| 9 | Bengal Warriors | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | -20 | 22 | LLLTL |
| 10 | UP Yoddha | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 20 | LWLLT |
| 11 | Tamil Thalaivas | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -41 | 13 | LLLLL |
| 12 | Telugu Titans | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -75 | 8 | LLWLL |
GUJ vs DEL Probable Starting 7:
Gujarat Giants
1.Ravi-Kumar, 2. Fazel Atrachali, 3. Sombir, 4. Balaji-D, 5. Rohit Gulia, 6. Rakesh Sangroya, 7. Parteek Dahiya
Dabang Delhi
1.Yogesh, 2. Ashish, 3. Ashu Malik, 4. Vikrant, 5. Mohit, 6. Manjeet-II, 7. Meetu Mehender Sharma
GUJ vs DEL Key Players:
Grand League Picks:
GUJ – Fazel Atrachali – 605 points, Sombir – 558 points
DEL – Ashu Malik – 609 points, Ashish – 490 points
Small League Picks:
GUJ – Balaji-D – 59 points, Ravi-Kumar – 134 points
DEL – Meetu Mehender Sharma – 102 points, Vikrant – 144 points
GUJ vs DEL Dream11 Fantasy Team:
| DEFENDERS | Fazel Atrachali, Ashish |
| ALL – ROUNDER | Balaji-D, Ashu Malik, Ravi-Kumar |
| RAIDERS | Meetu Mehender Sharma, Sombir |
Captain: Sombir I Vice-Captain: Meetu Mehender Sharma
DISCLAIMER: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
