Two teams desperate for consistency clash in Match 76 of PKL Season 12 as Bengal Warriorz host U Mumba. Bengal’s star raider Dhaakad Devank is chasing historic milestones, while U Mumba’s inconsistent defence faces the ultimate test. Meanwhile, Ashish’s lone defensive brilliance for the Warriorz meets Ajit Chouhan’s injury comeback in what promises to be a tactical battle between contrasting fortunes.
Probable Starting 7
Bengal Warriorz
- Right Corner – Ankit
- Right In – Devank (C)
- Right Cover – Shivansh Thakur
- Centre – Manjeet
- Left Cover – Parteek
- Left In – Himanshu Narwal
- Left Corner – Ashish
U Mumba
- Right Corner – Rinku
- Right In – A Zafardanesh
- Right Cover – Sunil Kumar (C)
- Centre – Sandeep
- Left Cover – Parvesh Bhainswal
- Left In – Ajit Chouhan
- Left Corner – Lokesh Ghosliya
Headlines
- Bengal Warriorz stunned table-toppers Dabang Delhi, securing their 4th win by a single point.
- Dhaakad Devank delivered yet another Super 10, consolidating his dominance in PKL 12.
- Himanshu Narwal provided crucial support, highlighting Bengal’s potent raiding combination.
- Ashish continued his defensive excellence, claiming a High 5 in the last match.
- U Mumba suffered a heavy defeat to Puneri Paltan, exposing defensive frailties.
- Ajit Chouhan returned to form with his first Super 10 post-injury, while Sandeep remained in good form with 7 raid points.
- Captain Sunil Kumar underperformed in the last outing, adding pressure on U Mumba’s defensive line
Top Story: Can U Mumba Bounce Back Against Devank?
Dhaakad Devank has been in exceptional form, leading Bengal Warriorz to a miraculous 37–36 win over table-topping Dabang Delhi in Match 73. Devank’s numbers speak for themselves: 11 Super 10s in 11 matches, 193 raid points at a 73% success rate, and the opportunity to become the fastest raider in PKL history to reach 200 raid points in a single season. He is just 7 points shy of this milestone.
Interval-wise, Devank’s dominance is unmatched:
- 1–10 mins: 44 raid points at 63% SR
- 11–20 mins: 39 points at 71% SR
- 21–30 mins: 53 points at 74% SR
- 31–40 mins: 57 points at 86% SR
U Mumba’s defence will need to rediscover its form. Against Puneri Paltan, they managed just 4 tackle points from 19 tackles—a worrying 21% success rate, their worst of the season. Captain Sunil Kumar and corners Rinku and Lokesh Ghosliya must step up to contain Devank and prevent him from achieving yet another historic milestone, including surpassing 500 career raid points (just 1 point away).
Team Form & Key Players
Bengal Warriorz have relied heavily on Devank’s raiding brilliance. Himanshu Narwal’s support and Ashish’s defensive consistency have been key, though the rest of the defence has struggled, averaging just 6.6 tackle points in losses. Ashish remains a standout with 38 tackle points at a 51% success rate this season.
U Mumba experienced a tough loss against Puneri Paltan but will be encouraged by Ajit Chouhan’s Super 10 comeback. Alongside Sandeep, they form a dual-threat raiding combination capable of putting pressure on Bengal’s weak defensive unit. Sandeep has 79 raid points with a 55% success rate, though his performance dips in the crucial final 10 minutes—a vulnerability Devank could exploit.
Head-to-Head
Historically, U Mumba hold the advantage: 15 wins to Bengal Warriorz’s 5 across 22 encounters. Since PKL 9, U Mumba have won 4 out of 6 matches against Bengal, establishing a psychological edge.
Key Player Battles:
- Devank vs Sunil Kumar, Parvesh Bhainswal, Rinku, Lokesh Ghosliya
- Ajit Chouhan & Sandeep vs Ashish & Parteek
What to Expect
This match promises a tactical spectacle. Bengal Warriorz’ reliance on Devank clashes with U Mumba’s inconsistent defence. Expect Devank to dominate, aiming for both 200 season raid points and 500 career points. U Mumba must rediscover defensive cohesion, while their raiding duo could exploit Bengal’s weak support. The team executing their game plan while minimizing errors will likely emerge victorious.
Match Details:
- Date: Friday, 10th October 2025
- Time: 9:00 PM IST
- Venue: SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai