The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 continues at the Vishwanadh Sports Club, Vizag, with Match 10 featuring two-time champions Jaipur Pink Panthers against three-time winners Patna Pirates. The Panthers enter this encounter looking to establish momentum with their youth-centric approach under returning coach Narender Redhu, whilst the Pirates seek to bounce back after their narrow 3-point defeat to UP Yoddhas in their opener. This clash carries emotional weight as Redhu faces the team he guided to consecutive finals in PKL 10 and 11.

Probable Starting 7

Jaipur Pink Panthers

  • Right Corner: Deepanshu
  • Right In: Sahil Satpal
  • Right Cover: Aashish
  • Centre: Nitin Kumar
  • Left Cover: Reza Mirbagheri
  • Left In: Uday Parte
  • Left Corner: Nitin Rawal (C)

Patna Pirates

  • Right Corner: Sombir
  • Right In: Maninder Singh
  • Right Cover: Deepak Singh
  • Centre: Sudhakar M
  • Left Cover: Sanket Sawant
  • Left In: Ayan
  • Left Corner: Ankit (C)

Team Stories

Jaipur Pink Panthers – Embracing Youth Under Redhu's Return

Season-by-Season Performance:

  • PKL 1 – Champions
  • PKL 2-3, PKL 5-8 – Group/League Stage
  • PKL 4 – Runners-up
  • PKL 9 – Champions
  • PKL 10 – Semi-finals
  • PKL 11 – Eliminator

The Panthers' journey from inaugural champions to recent inconsistency reflects the league's evolving competitive landscape. After claiming their second title in PKL 9 behind Arjun Deshwal's MVP heroics, they've remained playoff regulars but struggled for consistency. Their PKL 11 eliminator exit prompted a radical departure from their traditional star-studded approach.

The appointment of Narender Redhu as coach signals a philosophical shift towards youth development. For the first time in franchise history, Jaipur have assembled a young squad devoid of marquee names, trusting Redhu's proven ability to develop talent. This represents a significant gamble for a franchise traditionally preferring established stars.

Patna Pirates – Three-Time Champions Seeking Fourth Crown

Season-by-Season Performance:

  • PKL 1-2 – Semi-finals
  • PKL 3-5 – Champions (Hat-trick)
  • PKL 6-7, PKL 9 – Group/League Stage
  • PKL 8 – Runners-up
  • PKL 10 – Semi-finals
  • PKL 11 – Runners-up

The Pirates remain PKL's most successful franchise with three titles, including an unprecedented hat-trick from PKL 3-5. Their recent resurgence under Redhu's guidance saw consecutive final appearances, though both ended in heartbreak. The coaching change ahead of PKL 12, despite reaching the PKL 11 final, reflects the franchise's championship-or-bust mentality.

Their opening defeat to UP Yoddhas highlighted areas of concern, particularly in converting raids despite territorial dominance. However, their experienced defensive unit and proven championship pedigree make them formidable opponents for any team.

Head-to-Head Record in PKL

Overall: 22 Matches → Jaipur Pink Panthers 9 | Patna Pirates 13 | Tied 0

Recent Form: Pirates have won 4 of the last 5 encounters, establishing psychological dominance in this fixture. Notably, these teams have never produced a tied result in 22 meetings, always delivering decisive outcomes.

Top Stories of the Match

Redhu's Emotional Return – Master vs Former Pupils

The headline narrative sees Narender Redhu facing the team he guided to unprecedented success. His tenure with Patna yielded remarkable results: 60% win rate in PKL 11 (15 wins from 25 matches) and 50% in PKL 10 (12 wins from 24 matches), culminating in consecutive final appearances. His tactical acumen and defence-first philosophy transformed a young Pirates squad into title contenders.

Despite reaching the PKL 11 final, Patna's decision to part ways with Redhu surprised many. Jaipur's immediate acquisition of his services demonstrates their faith in his youth development capabilities. His challenge now involves replicating his success with an even younger, less experienced Panthers squad.

Rawal's Homecoming – From Player to Captain

Nitin Rawal's return to Jaipur after a stellar individual campaign with Bengaluru Bulls adds intrigue to this encounter. Despite playing for the wooden spooners in PKL 11, Rawal's personal statistics were exceptional: 74 tackle points (5th overall), most tackle points in Do-or-Die situations (39), and first in 4-5 defender situations (34).

His unique dual capability – 144 raid points and 167 tackle points since PKL 5 – makes him one of only three players achieving 100+ points in both disciplines. The captaincy responsibility adds another dimension to his already proven leadership qualities.

Ayan's Star Ascendancy – Following Devank's Footsteps

The departure of PKL 11's top raider Devank places immense pressure on Ayan to shoulder Patna's attacking responsibilities. His debut season credentials are impressive: 184 raid points (4th-highest in PKL debut history) and exceptional performance in crucial 4-5 defender situations, leading all raiders with 66 points in this scenario.

His excellent record against Jaipur in PKL 11 (19 points in 2 matches at 68% success rate) suggests comfort against Panthers' defensive systems. However, his 60% success rate against UP Yoddhas in PKL 12's opener, despite securing 9 points, indicates areas for improvement in conversion efficiency.

Maninder's Supporting Role – Legend in Transition

The acquisition of Maninder Singh provides Patna with championship experience and tactical nous. The two-time champion (PKL 1, 6) and PKL's second-highest scorer (1,535 points, 78 Super 10s) brings invaluable leadership despite his reduced role. His bonus point mastery (340 points – most in PKL history) offers tactical flexibility in tight situations.

His subdued performance against UP Yoddhas (7 points from 17 raids at 41% success rate) suggests adjustment challenges to his supporting role after years as primary raider.

Ankit's Defensive Leadership – Captain's Burden

Ankit Jaglan's elevation to captaincy caps a meteoric rise from unheralded talent to defensive stalwart. His PKL 11 campaign (79 tackle points – 2nd overall) established him among the elite defenders. Only Shadloui accumulated more tackle points, highlighting Ankit's consistency and reliability.

His 23 Do-or-Die tackle points (3rd overall) and 8 super tackles demonstrate clutch performance capabilities essential for captaincy. The challenge involves maintaining individual excellence whilst marshalling a defensive unit carrying championship expectations.

What to Expect

Tactical Chess Match: Redhu's defensive philosophy against his former team's evolved strategies promises tactical sophistication and strategic depth.

Youth vs Experience: Panthers' inexperienced squad tests their mettle against Pirates' championship-hardened veterans, creating fascinating generational dynamics.

Defensive Mastery: The clash between Rawal's all-round excellence and Ankit's specialist defending showcases contrasting leadership styles and tactical approaches.

Raiding Evolution: Ayan's emergence as primary threat faces examination against Panthers' restructured defensive systems under Rawal's guidance.

Match Details

Match: Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Patna Pirates
Tournament: Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 – Match 10
Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2025
Time: 9 PM IST
Venue: Vishwanadh Sports Club, Vizag
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