The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 moves into another high-stakes battle as U Mumba face Telugu Titans in Match 25 at the Vishwanadh Sports Club, Vizag. Both sides have looked sharp so far — U Mumba sit 2nd on the table with three wins out of four, while the Titans have bounced back with two consecutive wins after a slow start. With Ajit Chouhan shining for U Mumba and the Vijay Malik–Bharat combo delivering for Titans, this encounter could shape the top-four standings.

Probable Starting 7

U Mumba

  • Right Corner – Rinku
  • Right In – Sandeep
  • Right Cover – Sunil Kumar (C)
  • Centre – Satish Kannan
  • Left Cover – Parvesh Bhainswal
  • Left In – Ajit Chouhan
  • Left Corner – Lokesh Ghosliya

Telugu Titans

  • Right Corner – Shubham Shinde
  • Right In – Bharat
  • Right Cover – Avi Duhan
  • Centre – Chetan Sahu
  • Left Cover – Ajit Pawar
  • Left In – Vijay Malik (C)
  • Left Corner – Ankit

Headlines

➢ Top-half clash as both teams sit in the top 4
 ➢ U Mumba’s only loss came in a tie-breaker thriller
 ➢ Ajit Chouhan is proving himself as a reliable lead raider
 ➢ Lokesh Ghosliya emerging as U Mumba’s best defender
 ➢ Telugu Titans bounce back with two straight wins after opening losses
 ➢ Vijay Malik and Bharat are forming a powerful raiding duo
 ➢ Ankit’s High 5 gives Titans a defensive boost

Top Stories of the Match

Bharat & Vijay Malik Lead Titans’ Revival

After losing their first two games, the Telugu Titans have bounced back strongly with back-to-back wins, including a dominant 10-point victory over Bengal Warriorz. Skipper Vijay Malik and Bharat have both registered Super 10s, showcasing their efficiency with raid strike rates above 50%.

  • Vijay Malik has been a bonus point specialist this season with 13 bonus points (4th most in PKL 12) and thrives in the second half of games.

  • Bharat impressed with his first Super 10 of the season and boasts an outstanding 87% raid SR when 6–7 defenders are on court.
     The duo will once again carry the Titans’ hopes against a disciplined Mumba defence.

Ajit Chouhan Steps Up as U Mumba’s Lead Raider

Ajit Chouhan continues to rise in stature for U Mumba, with back-to-back Super 10s and an exceptional 70% raid SR this season. Known for thriving against full defensive setups, he has an almost 100% raid SR against 6–7 defenders this year. After a breakout debut season where he finished among the top 5 raiders in PKL 11, Ajit is now firmly established as U Mumba’s strike raider. However, the lack of consistent support from secondary raiders like Rohit Raghav and Anil means Ajit will once again shoulder the bulk of the load.

Team Stories

U Mumba – PKL 12 So Far

  • M#4 vs Gujarat Giants: Won 29(6)–29(5) [Tie-breaker]
  • M#5 vs Tamil Thalaivas: Won 36–33
  • M#12 vs Haryana Steelers: Lost 36(6)–36(7) [Tie-breaker]
  • M#15 vs Bengaluru Bulls: Won 48–28

U Mumba have enjoyed a strong start, winning 3 of their 4 matches and losing only once in a tie-breaker thriller. Their defence, led by Lokesh Ghosliya, has been the standout — Mumba averages the most tackle points per game this season. Lokesh, in particular, has been a revelation at the left corner, among the top defenders in PKL 12, while Rinku opened his account with a High 5 in the last match. With Ajit Chouhan firing up front and a solid defence, U Mumba look like early title contenders.

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
  • M#19 vs Bengal Warriorz: Won 44–34

After a poor start, the Titans have climbed into the top 4 with two impressive victories. Skipper Vijay Malik has led from the front, supported by Bharat’s return to form. On the defensive end, Ankit’s High 5 against Bengal Warriorz was a game-changer, while retained defenders Shubham Shinde and Ajit Pawar have chipped in with consistent contributions. Their defence, once a weak link, is now averaging 11 tackle points per game, tied for 3rd best in the league.

Head-to-Head in PKL

  • Overall: Matches – 20 | U Mumba – 10 | Telugu Titans – 7 | Tied – 3
  • Since PKL 9: Matches – 6 | U Mumba – 2 | Telugu Titans – 3 | Tied – 1
  • Telugu Titans won both encounters against U Mumba in PKL 11.

Key Player Battles

U Mumba’s Raiders vs Telugu Titans’ Defenders

  • Ajit Chouhan 3 – 1 Shubham Shinde
  • Rohit Raghav 3 – 0 Ankit

Telugu Titans’ Raiders vs U Mumba’s Defenders

  • Vijay Malik 5 – 1 Parvesh Bhainswal
  • Vijay Malik 5 – 5 Rinku
  • Vijay Malik 5 – 8 Sunil Kumar
  • Bharat 5 – 4 Parvesh Bhainswal
  • Bharat 3 – 2 Rinku
  • Bharat 8 – 9 Sunil Kumar

What to Expect

This is a battle between two in-form teams looking to consolidate their spots in the top 4. Expect Ajit Chouhan to lead U Mumba’s raids, while Lokesh Ghosliya anchors their defence. The Titans will look to continue their momentum through Vijay Malik and Bharat’s raiding brilliance. With both teams boasting strong defensive corners, this could be a tight tactical battle decided by which raider handles the pressure better in crunch moments.

Match Details

  • Match: U Mumba vs Telugu Titans – Match 25, PKL Season 12
  • Date: Wednesday, 10th September 2025
  • Time: 7:30 PM IST
  • Venue: Vishwanadh Sports Club, Vizag
  • Live Streaming: Watch live on Star Sports Network and JioHotstar. For live scores and updates, visit prokabaddi.com or download the Pro Kabaddi Official App.

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