Tue Nov 19 00:15:07 UTC 2024: ## Puneri Paltan and UP Yoddha Clash in High-Stakes Pro Kabaddi League Match

**Pune, India (November 18, 2024)** – The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11 continues with a crucial match between league-leaders Puneri Paltan and UP Yoddha on Tuesday, November 19th. Both teams enter the match with contrasting fortunes but high stakes.

Puneri Paltan, currently topping the points table, boasts a strong season despite not replicating their previous year’s performance. The absence of captain Aslam Inamdar due to injury has been a setback, but raiders Mohit Goyat, Pankaj Mohite, and Akash Shinde have stepped up to fill the void. Defenders Aman and Gaurav Khajuri have also provided consistent support. However, Paltan needs to maintain their consistency to secure a playoff berth. Key players to watch for Puneri Paltan include Akash Shinde (raider), Abinesh Nadarajan (right cover), Sanket Sawant (left cover), Mohit Goyat (raider), Pankaj Mohite (raider), Gaurav Khajuri (right corner), and Aman (left corner).

UP Yoddha, currently 9th in the standings, arrives after a much-needed victory against Telugu Titans. Their win broke a four-match losing streak, largely due to the strong performances of raiders Bharat and Bawani Rajput, and defenders Sumit and Hitesh. For UP Yoddha to succeed against Paltan, their raiders and defenders need to work in sync. The absence of Suresh Kumar due to poor form is a significant concern, putting more pressure on Bharat and Bawani to deliver maximum points. Key players to watch for UP Yoddha include Surender Gill (captain and raider), Bawani Rajput (raider), Bharat Hooda (raider), Sumit Sangwan (left corner), Hitesh (left cover), Ashu Singh (right cover), and Sahul Kumar (right corner). The team’s hopes heavily rest on Bharat Hooda, Bawani Rajput, Hitesh, and Sumit, who performed exceptionally well in their last match.

The head-to-head record between the two teams is closely contested, with 6 wins each in their 12 previous encounters. This match promises a thrilling contest, with the winner gaining a significant advantage in the points table. UP Yoddha is the only PKL team to have reached the playoffs in every season except last year, adding further pressure to this clash.

The match will be televised on Star Sports Network and streamed on Hotstar. For further updates, follow Khel Now Kabaddi on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or download the Khel Now app.

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