PKL 12 Mini Qualifier:<\/strong> The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12<\/strong> is now entering its most thrilling stage, where every single match has the power to decide the fate of a team. On Sunday, 26th October 2025<\/a><\/strong>, fans will witness a high-voltage clash between two southern heavyweights \u2014 Bengaluru Bulls and Telugu Titans<\/strong> \u2014 in the Mini-Qualifier<\/strong> at the Thyagaraj Sports Complex, Delhi<\/a><\/strong>, starting at 9:00 PM<\/strong>. This will be a battle not just for pride but for a direct ticket to the next playoff stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Season 12 of PKL has introduced a new playoff format<\/a><\/strong> that rewards teams finishing higher on the points table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here\u2019s how it works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n In short, this Mini-Qualifier is a crucial shortcut to the finals \u2014 and both teams know the stakes are sky-high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bengaluru Bulls<\/a><\/strong> have been one of the most consistent teams this season. Despite having a relatively young and inexperienced squad, they managed to finish third<\/strong> on the points table \u2014 a testament to their fighting spirit and tactical discipline under stand-in captain Yogesh Dahiya<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the other hand, Telugu Titans<\/a><\/strong> have finally broken their playoff drought \u2014 qualifying for the knockouts after eight long years<\/strong>. They are the only team in the top eight yet to win a PKL title, and this year, they look determined to change that narrative. Led by an energetic raiding unit, the Titans have found balance in both offense and defense at the right time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both teams feature youthful defensive units that play an aggressive brand of kabaddi. Since the losing team still gets one more shot, fans can expect both sides to play bold but tactical kabaddi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These two southern powerhouses have faced each other 26 times<\/strong> in PKL history:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bulls clearly hold the upper hand in this rivalry. In fact, they also won the only encounter between these two sides earlier this season \u2014 which will give them added confidence heading into this clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also Read: <\/strong>Pro Kabaddi League 2025: When Will the Final Match Take Place? Playoff Dates Explained<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Captain Yogesh Dahiya<\/strong> may not be the flashiest player on the mat, but he has been the Bulls\u2019 backbone this season. Taking charge midway after the original skipper\u2019s exit, Yogesh has led by example, guiding his young side with maturity and consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n He has already notched up 50+ tackle points for the third consecutive season<\/strong>, and his battle against Titans\u2019 star raiders Vijay Malik<\/strong> and Bharat Hooda<\/strong> could decide the outcome of this Mini-Qualifier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meanwhile, Deepak Sankar<\/strong> has been the revelation of the season. Once he got his chance in the starting seven, he grabbed it with both hands \u2014 quickly becoming one of the league\u2019s top defenders. He currently sits 3rd in the Top Defenders list<\/a><\/strong> with 59 tackle points<\/strong>, while captain Yogesh is 6th with 51<\/strong>. Together, they form one of the most dangerous corner-combos in PKL 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Yogesh Dahiya & Deepak Sankar (Bengaluru Bulls)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Vijay Malik & Bharat Hooda (Telugu Titans)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n