Following a spectacular start to the season against the inaugural champions, Gujarat Giants failed to build on the momentum in what was an extremely tactical encounter. Eventually it was the Bengal Warriors who nicked a close 31-28 win.
However, there were a few positives for the Gujarat-based franchise to take from the previous battle. Rakesh Narwal registered the Giants' first Super 10 of the season, accumulating a total of 12 points in the match. His namesake, Rakesh, too, continued to impress in his debut season as he was Gujarat's second-highest point-getter in the game.
Dabang Delhi has started off the season in sensational fashion, registering two wins on the trot. Following a 41-30 win in their season-opener against Puneri Paltan, the men from the capital continued their good form against U Mumba on Friday.
Naveen Kumar has undoubtedly been Dabang Delhi's best player this season, accumulating a colossal 16 points in their season-opener and followed it up with another 17 in their previous match. The high-flying raider will have an indispensable role to play against the hugely experienced Gujarat Giants defense, led by the ever-reliant Girish Ernak.
The Giants will also have to neutralise the threat of Vijay and Sandeep Narwal if they are to secure all the 5 points available.
Players to Watch Out for:
Rakesh Narwal
Girish Maruti Ernak
Parvesh Bhainswal
Sunil Kumar
Naveen Kumar
Vijay
Head-to-Head:
The two sides have squared off against each other on 8 occasions, with Gujarat Giants in the driver's seat.
Gujarat Giants | Tie | Dabang Delhi |
5 wins | 1 | 2 wins |
Can Gujarat Giants continue their solid record against Dabang Delhi?
