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The UP Yoddhas are gearing up for a crucial match against the Bengal Warriorz in PKL 12. Gagan Gowda has been in stellar form, leading the team's raiding efforts with 62 points in just five matches. The team aims to capitalize on Bengal's recent losing streak and restore their competitive momentum. With strong offensive and defensive units, UP looks poised to turn their season around in this upcoming fixture.

Key Points: UP Yoddhas Seek Revenge Against Struggling Bengal Warriorz

  • Gagan Gowda leads UP's raiding arsenal with 62 points this season
  • UP averages 21.4 raid points per match
  • Sumit Sangwan tops league with 3.8 tackle points per game
  • Bengal Warriorz struggling with four consecutive losses
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PKL 12: UP Yoddhas aim to bounce back strong with clash against Bengal Warriorz

Pro Kabaddi League showdown with UP's Gagan Gowda leading the charge against winless Bengal Warriorz in high-stakes match

"We need to cut down on mistakes and ensure both defensive and offensive units fire cohesively - Upendra Malik, UP Yoddhas Assistant Coach"

Jaipur, Sep 15

UP Yoddhas gear up to take on the Bengal Warriorz at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium in their Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) fixture on September 16.

The Yoddhas will be on a pursuit to clinch a critical win, replicating the form they had shown in the earlier portion of the season. There have been positives aplenty for UP irrespective of the outcomes in recent games. Already a defensively robust unit, they have unleashed their fine offensive arsenal consistently off late.

The pack has been spearheaded by the dynamic Gagan Gowda, who has amassed 62 points in five appearances, positioned fifth in the list of top raiders this season.

He has been ably supported by Guman Singh, who has notched 19 points, coming in instrumental in key junctures of multiple encounters. Bhavani Rajput, with 14 points, has also been impressive on that front, providing the Yoddhas a well-rounded, holistic look in their attacking contingent.

"Every team is performing well in the league. We have had moments where we could have gotten a few games in our favour. We need to cut down on mistakes and ensure that both the defensive and offensive units fire cohesively. Moreover, in important situations, we should understand them and try to capitalise on them. Gagan has been at the top of the game, and the other players will join him and produce improved outcomes too," UP Yoddhas assistant coach Upendra Malik said in the build-up to the game.

UP have garnered 21.4 raid points on an average per match, which is the fifth-highest in the league. Gowda's four super raids are the most in the competition, and he has recorded as many Super 10s too. His 12.4 raid points in every encounter have positioned him as one of the most prolific raiders in the tournament. Sumit Sangwan, the skipper, has secured 3.8 tackle points on an average in every match, which is also the highest amongst all players in the league.

Bengal Warriorz have been dealt a difficult start to the season, facing losses in their last four games in a row. Their campaign has derailed ever since a victory against the defending champions, Haryana Steelers, in the campaign opener, and the Yoddhas will hope to set themselves up perfectly to pounce upon the same and restore the momentum in their favour.

- IANS

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Priya S
Our defense needs to step up! Sumit Sangwan is doing great with 3.8 tackle points per match, but others need to support him better. Bengal Warriorz are struggling - perfect opportunity for UP to get back to winning ways.
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Aman W
Guman Singh and Bhavani Rajput need to take more responsibility in raiding. Can't just depend on Gagan Gowda every time. Team effort is what wins matches in kabaddi! 💪
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Sarah B
Watching from Canada - PKL has become so competitive! UP Yoddhas have the stats advantage but need to convert opportunities. Bengal's losing streak might make them desperate, so UP should be cautious.
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Vikram M
Assistant coach Malik is right about cutting down mistakes. In the last match, we lost because of unnecessary errors in the final minutes. Hope they've worked on that. Jai UP! 🙏
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Nikhil C
While Gagan's performance is outstanding, I feel the team management should give more opportunities to bench players. We need depth in squad for the long tournament. Otherwise great analysis of the upcoming match!

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