The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 continues with an exciting clash as Bengal Warriorz take on Telugu Titans in Match 19. The Warriorz are looking to bounce back from their defeat to Puneri Paltan, whilst the Titans aim to build on their momentum after securing their first win of the season against Jaipur Pink Panthers.

Probable Starting 7

Bengal Warriorz

  • Right Corner – Nitesh Kumar
  • Right In – Devank (C)
  • Right Cover – Mayur Kadam
  • Centre – Omid Mohammadshah
  • Left Cover – Parteek
  • Left In – Manprit
  • Left Corner – Ashish

Telugu Titans

  • Right Corner – Shubham Shinde
  • Right In – Bharat
  • Right Cover – Sagar
  • Centre – Ashish Narwal
  • Left Cover – Ajit Pawar
  • Left In – Vijay Malik (C)
  • Left Corner – Ankit

Headlines

➢ Titans' raiding duo in form, Titans riding wave of confidence

➢ Devank Dalal's big-money expectations and his top raider performances

➢ Manprit's magic carries forward

➢ Warriorz seek fresh spark in defence

Top Stories of the Match

Dhaakad Devank Off to a Flying Start

Dhaakad Devank has been off to a flying start this season, scoring back-to-back Super 10s. The Bengal skipper netted 21 raid points in his first match against Haryana Steelers, followed by 17 raid points against Puneri Paltan, showcasing remarkable consistency with strike rates of 75% and 81% respectively.

Though still in the early stages, Devank has already scored the second-most raid points in PKL 12 with 38 points at an impressive average of 19.0 points per match. His 76% strike rate demonstrates his efficiency in converting raids into points.

Devank's tactical acumen shines through his timing - he starts both halves strongly and has scored most of his points in the opening phases. In PKL 12, he has already netted 12 points each in the 1-10 minute and 21-30 minute intervals, making him a constant threat throughout the match.

The bonus point remains his top skill, contributing 31% of his career points. This season, he's already collected 12 bonus points, showcasing his ability to read defensive formations and exploit gaps.

Bharat & Vijay Malik - Titans' Experienced Raiding Duo

Bharat Hooda and Vijay Malik combined brilliantly to deliver Telugu Titans their first win of the season against Jaipur Pink Panthers. Malik scored 8 raid points whilst Bharat contributed 6 points, with Malik's decisive Super Raid sealing the victory in the dying minutes.

Skipper Vijay Malik is leading from the front, having scored the most raid points for Titans in PKL 12 with 27 points at an average of 9.0 points per match. His consistency is evident as he's scored 5+ raid points in each match this season, with his best performance being 13 points against UP Yoddhas at a 72% strike rate.

Malik's tactical awareness is remarkable - he's scored 70% of his points in the second half this season, often delivering when his team needs him most. His ability to collect bonus points remains sharp, with 37% of his points coming via this skill.

Bharat Hooda bounced back from a poor outing against the Yoddhas to score 6 crucial points against the Pink Panthers. The experienced raider has also contributed defensively with 5 tackle points this season, making him a valuable all-round asset. His preferred timing remains consistent - scoring heavily during the opening phases of both halves.

Team Stories

Bengal Warriorz – PKL 12 So Far

M#6 vs Haryana Steelers: Won 54-44

M#11 vs Puneri Paltan: Lost 36-45

Bengal Warriorz began their PKL campaign with a high-scoring victory over the Steelers but faltered against Puneri Paltan despite Devank's heroics. The skipper has delivered back-to-back Super 10s, but the team's defensive unit has struggled to provide adequate support.

Can Warriorz Defence Step Up?

Bengal's Achilles' heel has been their defence, which has the second-lowest average tackle points among all teams in PKL 12. Their defensive unit managed 11 tackle points in their opener but could only muster 5 against Paltan - a concerning dip in form.

Nitesh Kumar, despite being the most experienced defender in their squad with 410 career tackle points and 28 High 5s, has struggled this season with just 1 tackle point in two matches at a 14% strike rate. The former PKL 11 standout needs to rediscover his form urgently.

Ashish showed promise with a High 5 in the opener but followed it up with a disappointing 0 tackle points against Paltan. His track record against Titans is encouraging - he's secured 2 High 5s in 4 outings against them.

Telugu Titans – PKL 12 So Far

M#1 vs Tamil Thalaivas: Lost 35-38

M#3 vs UP Yoddhas: Lost 35-40

M#13 vs Jaipur Pink Panthers: Won 37-32

After losing their opening two matches by narrow margins, Telugu Titans finally opened their account with a determined 5-point victory over Jaipur Pink Panthers. The win was built on a combined effort from both attack and defence, with the Vijay Malik-Bharat Hooda partnership proving decisive.

Ajit Pawar & Shubham Shinde Holding the Defence

The Telugu Titans have made significant improvements defensively compared to last season. Their early-season average tackle points have improved from 9.0 to 11.3, currently ranking fourth among all teams in PKL 12.

Ajit Pawar leads the defensive charge with 8 tackle points at a 67% strike rate, including a crucial High 5 against Pink Panthers. His assist game has been equally impressive, providing 9 assists across three matches.

Shubham Shinde has been equally reliable with 7 tackle points, though his strike rate of 47% suggests room for improvement. However, his 8 assists demonstrate his ability to create opportunities for teammates to complete tackles.

Head-to-Head in PKL Overall:

Matches – 24 | Bengal Warriorz – 14 | Telugu Titans – 5 | Tied – 5

Since PKL 8: Matches – 8 | Bengal Warriorz – 5 | Telugu Titans – 2 | Tied – 1

What to Expect

This encounter promises a fascinating battle between Dhaakad Devank's individual brilliance and Titans' collective momentum. Bengal's explosive raiding attack, led by their in-form skipper, will test a steadily improving Titans defence. Conversely, the experienced Titans raiding duo will challenge Bengal's vulnerable defensive unit.

The psychological advantage slightly favours Bengal given their historical dominance, but Titans' recent victory and improved defensive statistics make them dangerous opponents. The team that handles pressure better in crucial moments could well decide this contest.

Key Player Battles

Bengal Warriorz Raiders vs Telugu Titans Defenders

Devank 2 – 3 Aman

Telugu Titans Raiders vs Bengal Warriorz Defenders

Vijay Malik 3 – 0 Nitesh Kumar

Bharat 10 – 6 Nitesh Kumar

Jai Bhagwan 2 – 5 Nitesh Kumar

Jai Bhagwan 3 – 0 Ashish

Ashish Narwal 3 – 0 Mayur Kadam

Match Details

  • Match: Bengal Warriorz vs Telugu Titans
  • Tournament: Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 – Match 19
  • Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025
  • Time: 7:30 PM IST
  • Venue: Vishwanadh Sports Club, Vizag
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