Can the UP Yoddhas Achieve a Hat-trick Against the Haryana Steelers?

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Key Takeaways
- Gagan Gowda leads the Yoddhas as a top raider.
- Sumit Sangwan is crucial in defense.
- The Yoddhas are second on the leaderboard.
- Haryana Steelers recently won against U Mumba.
- Team strategy is key for the Yoddhas' success.
Visakhapatnam, Sep 4 (NationPress) The UP Yoddhas are set to pursue their third win in a row during Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 12 as they face the Haryana Steelers at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Vizag on Friday.
With impressive back-to-back victories against the Telugu Titans and Patna Pirates, the Yoddhas currently hold the second position on the leaderboard with four points from two matches. In their last encounter, the Haryana Steelers, now in eighth place with two points, secured a win against U Mumba in a tie-breaker.
Key players for the Yoddhas include Gagan Gowda, their top raider with 21 points in two games, and Sumit Sangwan, who has been formidable in defense, contributing 13 points alongside Ashu Singh.
The Steelers' Naveen Kumar and Vinay combined for 17 points against U Mumba, making it crucial for the Yoddhas to contain this duo to maintain their winning streak.
“We believe in our strategy when facing strong teams. Our focus is on executing our game plan, even under pressure. Players like Gagan flourish in high-stakes situations, as seen in our recent victory against Patna. We have studied Haryana's performances and will adjust our strategy accordingly,” said UP Yoddhas assistant coach Upendra Malik before the match.
The UP Yoddhas are showcasing a powerful mix of individual talent and teamwork in PKL 12. Sangwan leads with 13 tackle points, 2 high 5s, and 12 successful tackles, while Gowda has recorded the most super raids with 2. Coupled with contributions from key players like vice-captain Ashu, Shivam Choudhary, and Guman Singh, the Yoddhas are well-prepared for what promises to be an exciting showdown against the Steelers.