Haryana Steelers and Gujarat Giants meet in Match 102 of PKL Season 12 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Delhi. With playoff positions at stake, Haryana’s formidable defence, led by Jaideep, goes head-to-head with Gujarat’s revitalised raiding unit featuring Mohammadreza Shadloui and Rakesh.
Probable Starting Lineups
Haryana Steelers
- Right Corner: Rahul Sethpal
- Right In: Shivam Patare
- Right Cover: Neeraj
- Centre: Sahil Narwal
- Left Cover: Jaideep (C)
- Left In: Vinay
- Left Corner: Hardeep
Gujarat Giants
- Right Corner: Lucky Sharma
- Right In: Himanshu Singh
- Right Cover: Nitin Panwar
- Centre: Rakesh (C)
- Left Cover: Rohit Nandal
- Left In: Visvanth V
- Left Corner: Mohammadreza Shadloui
Headlines
- Haryana’s second-best defensive unit faces in-form Shadloui.
- Jaideep shines in last three matches with consecutive High 5s.
- Shivam Patare and Vinay must deliver for Haryana to secure playoffs.
- Gujarat’s Rakesh and Shadloui key to their resurgence.
- Steelers won the first encounter this season (M#33) by three points.
Haryana Steelers: Defensive Resilience
Haryana Steelers boast the second-best tackle points in PKL 12, averaging 11.8 tackle points per match at a 44% success rate. Defensive solidity has directly influenced their match outcomes:
- Wins: 8 – 210 tackles, 112 tackle points, 53% success
- Losses: 8 – 216 tackles, 77 tackle points, 36% success
Jaideep has been the standout, leading the league with 63 tackle points at 68% success, along with 13 super tackles – the most in PKL 12. Recent form has been exceptional: perfect 100% tackle success in his last two matches and three consecutive High 5s.
Support from Rahul Sethpal at right corner (41 tackle points, 53% success) has bolstered Haryana’s defensive framework.
Gujarat Giants: Shadloui and Rakesh in Form
After a slow start, Mohammadreza Shadloui has turned his season around, averaging 3.3 tackle points per match in his last eight games at 54% success. His defensive threat against Haryana remains significant, with three High 5s in eight encounters against the Steelers.
Raiding duo Rakesh and Himanshu Singh have powered Gujarat’s revival:
- Rakesh: 112 raid points, 50% success, four Super 10s
- Himanshu Singh: Consistent form in last four matches, including a Super 10 against Dabang Delhi
Rakesh shows strong first-half performances (79 raid points, 61% success) but has been less effective in the second half (33 raid points, 35% success). Recent head-to-head form against Haryana is impressive: 71 raid points in eight encounters at 56% success.
Haryana Raiders: Vinay & Shivam Must Deliver
Haryana’s raiding success depends heavily on Shivam Patare (125 raid points, 61% success) and Vinay (105 raid points, 46% success). Shivam excels against full defence (6–7 defenders) while Vinay is most effective in the opening and closing minutes. Both must maintain consistency against Gujarat to secure playoff qualification.
Head-to-Head Record
Overall Record: Matches – 18 | Haryana Steelers – 13 | Gujarat Giants – 4 | Tied – 1
Haryana have dominated recent fixtures, including the first encounter this season (M#33) with a 40–37 win.
Key Player Battles
Haryana Raiders vs Gujarat Defenders:
- Shivam Patare 3–3 Shadloui
- Vinay 5–5 Shadloui
- Shivam Patare 3–3 Lucky Sharma
Gujarat Raiders vs Haryana Defenders:
- Rakesh 7–4 Jaideep
- Shadloui 0–1 Jaideep
These matchups will likely determine the outcome.
Match Outlook
Expect a tactical battle between Haryana’s defensive discipline and Gujarat’s raiding brilliance. Jaideep vs Rakesh and Vinay/Shivam vs Shadloui are key contests. Haryana’s superior recent form and dominant record against Gujarat make them favourites, but Gujarat’s playoff urgency and improved raiding form could make this a tightly contested clash.
Match Details:
- Match: Haryana Steelers vs Gujarat Giants – Match 102, PKL Season 12
- Date: Tuesday, 21st October 2025
- Time: 9:30 PM IST
- Venue: Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi