Haryana Steelers vs U Mumba Prediction, and Betting Tips
Table toppers Haryana Steelers are set to take odds with Bengaluru Bulls on December 22 in PKL 2024 at Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, Pune. Both teams are qualified for the playoffs but not the real fight is for the top 2 spot. U Mumba secured their qualification by defeating Patna Pirates in their last match while Haryana Steelers struggled in their previous two games. This match will be an exciting contest between two strong teams on Sunday night in Pune. Check out the Haryana Steelers vs U Mumba prediction.
The top 2 teams in the PKL 2024 league overall standings will get direct semi-final spots while 3rd to 6th rank teams will have to play in eleminators. Steelers have almost secured the top spot with 79 points in 21 matches. On the other hand, U Mumba must win their remaining matches to finish in the top 2.
Haryana Steelers vs U Mumba prediction: Mumba to win
Key Stats
- Haryana Steelers are coming off two back-to-back losses.
- U Mumba won 2 out of their last 5 matches, 1 ended in a draw.
- Steelers deafeted Mumba in their previous encounter by 48-39.
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Match Prediction: U Mumba 38 – 36 Haryana Steelers
Both teams feature some prominent names like Shivam Patare, Mohammadreza Shadloui, Sunil Kumar, Ajit Chavan, Parvesh Bhainswal, and Vinay. However, with the current form and better coordination, U Mumba is likely to win this match in a close encounter. After a superb performance Steelers lost their last two matches against Dabang Delhi and UP Yoddhas.
Most Recent H2H
- PKL 11/11/2024: Haryana Steelers 48 – 39 U Mumba
- PKL 17/02/2024: Haryana Steelers 46 – 40 U Mumba
- PKL 10/01/2024: U Mumba 44 – 44 Haryana Steelers
- PKL 29/11/2022: Haryana Steelers 35 – 33 U Mumba
- PKL 21/10/2022: U Mumba 32 – 31 Haryana Steelers
Haryana Steelers preview
Haryana Steelers are currently standings at the top of the table with 79 points in 21 matches. This is their last match and they will aim to win it and finish in the top position to directly play in the Semi-Finals. However, they lost their recent two matches back to back against Dabang Delhi and UP Yoddhas. Their defense struggled in previous games. However, Mohammadreza Shadloui Chiyaneh did well but other defenders need to step up.
Predicted lineup: Shivam Patare, Vishal Tate, Vinay, Mohammadreza Shadloui Chiyaneh, Sanjay Dhull, Jaideep, Rahul Sethpal
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U Mumba preview
U Mumba led by star defender Sunil Kumar also qualified for the playoffs defeating Patna Pirates in the last match thanks to amazing performances from Ajit Chavan, Sunil Kumar, and Parvesh Bhainswal. Now the main aim of the team is to secure the top 2 spots winning both remaining matches. Defense in doing a great job throughout this season for the club. Ajit Chavan has been find of the season for the team in raiding. However other raiders like Manjeet and Rohit need to improve.
Predicted lineup: Ajit Chavan, Rohit, Manjeet, Sunil Kumar, Parvesh Bhainswal, Lokesh Ghosliya, Rinku
Player to watch: Ajit Chavan
Ajit Chavan is a key player for U Mumba. He is currently the 4th most successful raider of the PKL 2024 in terms of scoring most number of points. Ajit scored 173 raid points in 20 matches. His amazing speed and ability to score multiple points makes him major threat for Haryana’s struggling defense in this match.
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