The action continues in Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 as the Bengal Warriorz face the in-form Bengaluru Bulls in Match 80 at Delhi’s Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium. For the Warriorz, currently 11th on the table with just four wins from twelve matches, this is a must-win clash to keep fading playoff hopes alive. Meanwhile, the Bulls — sitting comfortably in fifth after seven wins — will look to extend their two-match winning streak and tighten their grip on a Top 6 spot.
Probable Starting Lineups
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
Bengaluru Bulls
- Right Corner: Yogesh (C)
- Right In: Aashish Malik
- Right Cover: Sanjay
- Centre: Akash Shinde
- Left Cover: Satyappa Matti
- Left In: Alireza Mirzaian
- Left Corner: Deepak Sankar
Storylines to Watch
- Bengal Warriorz fighting inconsistency amid a difficult campaign
- Devank continues record-breaking run with a Super 10 in every game so far
- Defence remains Bengal’s Achilles heel
- Bulls cruising on back-to-back wins, including a 20+ point rout of Jaipur Pink Panthers
- Alireza Mirzaian leading Bulls’ raiding charge with another Super 10
- Corners Yogesh and Deepak Sankar both coming off High 5 performances
Devank: The Record-Breaking Machine
There seems to be no stopping “Dhaakad” Devank, who continues to redefine dominance in PKL 12. Despite Bengal’s heavy 19-point loss to U Mumba, Devank notched up 14 raid points from 23 raids — maintaining his perfect streak of 12 consecutive Super 10s this season.
The Warriorz skipper recently became the fastest player in PKL history to reach 200 raid points, achieving the mark in just 12 matches. He surpassed legends Pardeep Narwal and Pawan Sehrawat, who both took 15 matches to reach the same milestone.
With 207 raid points at a 72% success rate, Devank averages an astonishing 17.3 raid points per game — the best in the league. He also tops the charts for bonus points (58) and has been nearly unstoppable against full defensive setups, scoring 157 raid points at 84% strike rate in 6–7 defender situations.
Even more impressive is his consistency across match phases — maintaining strike rates above 60% in all four intervals and peaking at 84% in the final ten minutes. Against the Bulls, Devank boasts an impressive 92% strike rate with two Super 10s in just four matches — numbers that suggest Bengaluru’s defenders are in for a stern test.
Bulls’ Corners Shine as Defensive Wall
The Bengaluru Bulls’ rise in the standings has been built on their outstanding defensive form. Their corner duo — Yogesh and Deepak Sankar — have formed one of the most efficient partnerships in PKL 12, combining for 78 tackle points this season.
In their thumping win over Jaipur Pink Panthers, the Bulls’ defence delivered 18 tackle points from 25 attempts at a staggering 72% strike rate. Yogesh claimed 8 tackle points (80% SR), while Deepak achieved a perfect 5-from-5 (100% SR), earning High 5s apiece.
Bengaluru’s corners are among the league’s most consistent performers:
- Deepak Sankar: 39 tackle points (3.3 avg, 57% SR, 3 High 5s)
- Yogesh: 39 tackle points (3.0 avg, 52% SR, 3 High 5s)
Their defensive unit averages 11.3 tackle points per game, second only to Puneri Paltan. In victories, that number jumps to 13.1 tackle points at 54% efficiency — a key indicator of how central defence is to their success.
Against Devank’s one-man army, Yogesh and Deepak will once again shoulder the responsibility of neutralizing the league’s most lethal raider.
Ashish Stands Alone in Bengal’s Defence
For Bengal Warriorz, Ashish has been the lone bright spot in an otherwise bleak defensive campaign. With 38 tackle points from 11 matches, he ranks second in the league for average tackle points (3.5), trailing only Nitesh Kumar (3.8).
However, his recent outing against U Mumba was uncharacteristically poor — zero tackle points from three attempts — reflecting Bengal’s wider defensive meltdown. The Warriorz have the lowest tackle success rate in PKL 12 (31%), underlining how their struggles extend beyond individual effort.
When the team wins, their defence averages 12.3 tackle points; in losses, that drops to 6.9 — a stark illustration of their over-reliance on Devank’s raiding brilliance.
Alireza Leads Bulls’ Balanced Attack
Alireza Mirzaian has become the heartbeat of Bengaluru’s raiding unit, consistently stepping up when needed. The Iranian star has scored 110 raid points in 13 matches at a 51% success rate, with seven Super 10s to his name.
His recent performance against Jaipur — 12 raid points at 55% strike rate — reaffirmed his role as a dependable match-winner. Alireza also ranks fourth in the league for Do-or-Die raid points (20 at 67% SR).
With Akash Shinde and Aashish Malik offering improving support, the Bulls’ raiding department looks increasingly balanced. Though their overall raid average (18.9) is the second-lowest in the league, facing Bengal’s fragile defence offers the perfect opportunity to boost those numbers.
Head-to-Head: Warriorz Hold Historical Edge
Across 24 encounters, Bengal Warriorz lead the rivalry 15–9, including an impressive six-match winning streak since PKL Season 9. They have dominated recent meetings, winning by double-digit margins in PKL 10 and 11.
However, history may count for little this time. The Bulls’ current form and defensive rhythm make them firm favourites heading into this clash.
What to Expect
This matchup pits individual brilliance against collective balance. Devank’s record-breaking run gives Bengal Warriorz a glimmer of hope, but without defensive reinforcement, they risk another heavy defeat.
Bengaluru Bulls, on the other hand, look well-drilled, disciplined, and full of confidence. If Yogesh and Deepak can contain Devank early while Alireza leads steady raids, the Bulls are well-positioned to secure their third straight win and strengthen their playoff push.
Prediction: Bengaluru Bulls to edge past Bengal Warriorz comfortably, extending their winning run and pushing the latter’s playoff hopes to the brink.
Match Details
- Fixture: Bengal Warriorz vs Bengaluru Bulls – Match 80, PKL Season 12
- Date: Sunday, 12 October 2025
- Time: 9:00 PM IST
- Venue: Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi