Jaipur Pink Panthers gear up to face the league leaders, Dabang Delhi K.C., in Match 67 of PKL Season 12 at the SDAT Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai. Coming off a narrow defeat, the Panthers are tasked with taking on the unstoppable Delhi side, who have won nine out of ten matches and are riding a three-match winning streak.
Probable Starting Lineups
Jaipur Pink Panthers
- Right Corner: Deepanshu Khatri
- Right In: Ali Samadi
- Right Cover: Aashish
- Centre: Nitin Kumar
- Left Cover: Reza Mirbagheri
- Left In: Sahil Sethpal
- Left Corner: Nitin Rawal (C)
Dabang Delhi K.C.
- Right Corner: Saurabh Nandal
- Right In: Ajinkya Pawar
- Right Cover: Surjeet Singh
- Centre: Ashu Malik (C)
- Left Cover: Sandeep
- Left In: Neeraj Narwal
- Left Corner: Fazel Atrachali
Ashu Malik Driving Delhi’s Dominance
Dabang Delhi K.C. have been the team to beat this season, with captain Ashu Malik spearheading an extraordinary campaign. Ashu has amassed 134 raid points in 10 matches, boasting eight Super 10s and a 63% strike rate. His versatility in Do or Die raids, Defenders In Play (DIP) scenarios, and his ability to dismantle full and reduced defences make him arguably the league’s most lethal raider.
In their reverse fixture against Jaipur, Ashu scored 20 raid points at a 74% strike rate, proving he can single-handedly dismantle the Panthers’ defence. Expect him to be the focal point of Delhi’s raiding attack once again.
Ali Samadi’s Record-Breaking Form for Jaipur
Jaipur will rely heavily on Ali Samadi if star raider Nitin Dhankar remains sidelined due to injury. Samadi produced a historic 21-raid-point performance against Puneri Paltan—the most by an Iranian in PKL history—demonstrating his efficiency and ability to carry the team in high-pressure situations.
However, reproducing such a performance against Delhi’s formidable defence, led by Fazel Atrachali, will be a significant challenge.
Fazel Atrachali: Delhi’s Defensive Wall
Fazel Atrachali continues to dominate at left corner, accumulating 31 tackle points and three High 5s this season. Alongside Saurabh Nandal and Surjeet Singh, Fazel forms a defensive trio that has neutralized some of the league’s top raiders. Historically, he has excelled against Jaipur, making him a key player to watch in this match.
Jaipur’s Defence Needs a Revival
The Panthers’ young defence struggled against Puneri Paltan, managing just five tackle points at a 20% strike rate. Their previous wins have relied heavily on scoring 10+ tackle points, meaning a strong defensive showing is essential against Delhi’s raiding powerhouse. Aryan Kumar and Reza Mirbagheri will need to step up to provide resistance.
Head-to-Head and Match Outlook
Historically, Jaipur leads 12–10 with three ties in 25 encounters, but Delhi has won the last three meetings, including the tight 36–35 victory earlier this season. The match could hinge on:
- Ashu Malik vs Jaipur’s young defence
- Ali Samadi (or Nitin Dhankar) vs Delhi’s defensive trio
Delhi arrives as clear favourites, and unless Jaipur can rediscover defensive form and receive key contributions from raiders, the Panthers face an uphill battle. Expect Dabang Delhi K.C. to extend their winning streak and consolidate their top-of-the-table position.
Match Details
- Match: Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Dabang Delhi K.C. – Match 67, PKL 12
- Date: Monday, 6th October 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: SDAT Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai