PKL Season 6: Telugu Titans would look for a winning start against the Tamil Thalaivas
In the Pro Kabaddi League Season 6 fans get to see some surprising performances. There is seen huge difference in which what is being anticipated and what is actually happening on the mat. The league, by each passing day is becoming so unpredictable.
On day 3 of the league, Dabang Delhi K. C. will take on the season 5 runner up Gujarat Fortunegiants. Later on, Telugu Titans will challenge the wounded Tamil Thalaivas.
Team Analysis:
Tamil Thalaivas
After a massive win against the defending champions Patna Pirates Tamil Thalaivas got a disappointed defeat from the hands of UP Yoddha. They will look back to come on winning ways.
Skipper Ajay Thakur did Super 10 and opened the doors for Tamil Thalaivas to make comeback. But unfortunately they lost a close game. Manjeet Chhillar also contributed well in defense. But no support to Ajay and Darshan’s failure can be a worry for Chennai based franchise.
Telugu Titans
Vishal Bhardwaj led Telugu Titans team will begin their Season 6 journey. One of the most expensive players of season 6 Rahul will be the centre of attraction in today’s match. Nilesh Salunke is expected to give him support. Along with left corner and skipper Vishal, Farhad Rahimi Milaghardan, Manoj Kumar and the addition of Iranian Abozar makes the Telugu defense a rock solid combo.
Key Battle
Ajay Thakur vs Abozar Mohajermighani
Ajay Thakur who with 2 Super 10’s to his name is looking unstoppable. But it will not be easy for Tamil Thalaivas skipper Ajay Thakur to score points when there will be Iranian right corner Abozar in front of him. Both are best at their positions with own skills. This rivalry will be the most interesting one.
Key Players
Manjeet Chhillar, Tamil Thalaivas
With his huge blocks and dashes Manjeet is expected to give a massive performance. This defender yesterday became the first player to score 250 tackle points.
Rahul Chaudhari, Telugu Titans
Rahul, who has most raid points to his name in PKL history and also a this season’s one of the Crorepati players will be a key payer for Telugu Titans. He has the ability to raid from both sides which makes him different than other raiders.
Match Timing
The match will be held at 9 pm (IST) at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Chennai.
TV Broadcasting
Star Sports network will broadcast the match. hoststar.com will also broadcast the match online.
Squads
Tamil Thalaivas
Ajay Thakur, Sukesh Hegde, Surjeet Singh, Darshan J, Manjeet Chhillar, Jasvir Singh, K Jayasselan, Atul MS, Sunil, Chan Sik Park, Anil Sharma, Abhinandan Chandel, D Gopu, Vimal Raj, Jae Min Lee, Amit Hooda, C. Arun, D Pradap, Rajnish, Anil Kumar, Anand
Telugu Titans
Rahul Chaudhari, Abozar Mohajermighani, Farhad Rahimi Milaghardan, Rakesh Singh Kumar, C Manoj Kumar, Sanket Chavan, Mahender Reddy, Nilesh Salunke, Mohsen Maghsoudloujafari, Vishal Bhardwaj, Rakshith, Sombir, Kamal Singh, Ankit Beniwal, Anand, Rajnish, Anuj Kumar, Armaan