The 43rd match of Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 (PKL 2025) is all set to feature a classic rivalry as Patna Pirates lock horns with Dabang Delhi on Saturday, September 20 at 8:00 PM IST at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium in Jaipur.
This matchup isn’t just another league game — it’s a battle between two heavyweights of the league who have shared some intense knockout battles in recent seasons, including last season’s semi-final, where Patna Pirates knocked Delhi out. This time around, Dabang Delhi will be stepping onto the mat with revenge on their minds, aiming to stay unbeaten and assert their dominance in PKL 12. Meanwhile, Patna Pirates are searching desperately for just their second win of the season.
Head-to-Head: Patna Pirates vs Dabang Delhi
The rivalry between Patna Pirates and Dabang Delhi has become one of the most gripping in PKL history. They’ve faced each other 23 times, with Patna Pirates holding a slight edge.
- Matches Played: 23
- Patna Pirates Wins: 11
- Dabang Delhi Wins: 9
- Ties: 3
Notably, Patna have also had the better of Delhi in playoff matches over the past two seasons, including last year’s semi-final win — something Delhi would be keen to avenge.
Current Form and Standings of Both Teams
Dabang Delhi are looking unstoppable this season. With a perfect record of 6 wins from 6 matches, they’re one and only unbeaten team in PKL 12. Their defense has been rock solid, and they’ve shown depth in raiding even with injuries affecting key players.
Patna Pirates, once a dominant force with three PKL titles, are enduring a rough patch this season. With only 1 win from 6 games, they sit near the bottom of the table. A win here won’t just bring points — it could be the morale booster they desperately need.
Players to Watch Out For
Patna Pirates – Ankit Jaglan
The captain and left-corner defender Ankit Jaglan has been one of Patna’s key players in the past two seasons, but his form has dipped in PKL 12. Despite being retained with high hopes, he’s leaked points and struggled to maintain consistency. However, his past performances against Delhi have been solid, and he’ll need to step up if Patna wants to compete.
Dabang Delhi – Neeraj Narwal
With Ashu Malik recovering from a niggle, Neeraj Narwal has emerged as Delhi’s go-to raider in recent matches. His ability to break through defenses, especially under pressure, makes him a game-changer. Against a leaky Patna defense, he could play a pivotal role in maintaining Delhi’s unbeaten streak.
Possible Starting 7s
Patna Pirates Starting 7:
- Milan Dahiya (Raider)
- Ayan Lohchab (Raider)
- Sudhakar M (Raider)
- Deepak Singh (Defender)
- Sanket Sawant (Defender)
- Navdeep (Defender)
- Ankit Jaglan (C) (Left Corner)
Dabang Delhi Starting 7:
- Fazel Atrachali (Left Corner)
- Ajinkya Pawar (Raider)
- Saurabh Nandal (Defender)
- Ashu Malik (C) (Raider)
- Surjeet Singh (Defender)
- Neeraj Narwal (Raider)
- Sandeep (Right Corner)
Squads Overview
Patna Pirates Full Squad:
- Raiders: Maninder Singh, Ayan Lohchab, Sudhakar M, Mandeep, Deepak, Sahil Patil, Milan, Ankit
- Defenders: Sanket Sawant, Amir Ghorbhani, Deepak Singh, Hamid Nader, Thiyagarajan Yuvraj, Navdeep, Saurabh, Priyanshu, Sombir, Balasaheb Jadhav
- All-Rounders: Ankit Jaglan
Dabang Delhi Full Squad:
- Raiders: Mohit, Anil Gurjar, Vijay, Ajinkya Pawar, Akshit, Neeraj Narwal, Ashu Malik
- Defenders: Fazel Atrachali, Sandeep, Anurag, Raman Singh, Mohit, Saurabh Nandal, Gaurav Chhillar, Surjeet Singh, Amirhossein Bastami
- All-Rounders: Amit, Ashish Kumar Sangwan, Naveen, Arkam Shaikh
Patna Pirates vs Dabang Delhi Match Prediction: Who Will Win?
Looking purely at form and depth, Dabang Delhi come into this match as clear favorites. Their balanced squad, experienced defenders like Fazel Atrachali, and dynamic raiders like Ashu Malik and Neeraj Narwal make them one of the most complete teams this season.
Patna’s hopes will largely rest on Ayan Lohchab in raids and Ankit Jaglan in defense. But considering Delhi’s current momentum, a Patna win would be a major upset.
Our Prediction: Dabang Delhi to win
Where to Watch – Live Streaming and Telecast
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
- Online Live Stream: JioHotstar
- Live Scores & Updates: Pro Kabaddi Official Website or Pro Kabaddi Official App
So don’t miss this high-voltage PKL clash as Delhi seeks revenge and Patna aims for redemption in this classic kabaddi rivalry!
Also Read: Pro Kabaddi 2025: How to Watch Live on Mobile and TV
