Three-time champions Patna Pirates will be keen to consolidate their top two spot when they lock horns with Jaipur Pink Panthers in the Pro Kabaddi League in Bengaluru on Sunday. The Patna squad is filled with talent and energy but it is their defence that has impressed the most. Sunil and young Iranian Mohammadreza Shadloui have made the corners raid-proof with their holds, while cover defenders Neeraj Kumar and Sajin C have pounced on every raider trying to escape with a point. Deepak Hooda is nursing an injury, which means Jaipur once again will look at Arjun Deshwal for raiding solutions. …
