Bengaluru FC vs Kerala Blasters Live streaming: Durand Cup 2024 Live TV telecast, channel, time

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The fourth and final quarterfinal of the Durand Cup 2024 will feature an intense clash between Bengaluru FC and Kerala Blasters FC, two Indian Super League (ISL) rivals with a storied history.

This high-stakes match will take place at the iconic Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Friday, August 23. Both teams have been in exceptional form during the group stages, and their upcoming meeting promises to be a riveting encounter as they vie for a spot in the semifinals.

Bengaluru FC vs Kerala Blasters Live Stream and Telecast Details in India: Durand Cup 2024

The Durand Cup 2024, Bengaluru FC vs Kerala Blasters, will be played at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan or popularly known as the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Friday (August 23). The match will kick-off at 7:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). Bengaluru FC vs Kerala Blasters will be live telecast on Sony Ten 2 HD. Fans can also watch the Live stream of Bengaluru FC vs Kerala Blasters on SonyLIV.

Preview

Bengaluru FC enters the knockout phase unbeaten, having secured top spot in Group B with a perfect nine points. The Blues kicked off their campaign with a commanding 3-0 win over Inter Kashi, followed by a narrow 3-2 victory against Mohammedan SC, and a convincing 4-0 triumph over Indian Navy FT.

Despite some defensive lapses against Mohammedan SC, Bengaluru has showcased a potent attack and solid defensive structure, conceding just two goals across the group stage. Kerala Blasters FC, on the other hand, have been one of the most explosive teams in the tournament, netting 16 goals across their three group-stage matches.

They opened their campaign with an impressive 3-0 victory over Mumbai City FC and followed it up with a 1-1 draw against Punjab FC. However, it was their final group-stage match against CISF Protectors that truly highlighted their offensive firepower, as they routed the opposition 7-0. With such an attacking display, Kerala Blasters will be eager to maintain this momentum against their fierce rivals.

Both teams are evenly matched in many respects, with Kerala Blasters relying heavily on their dynamic attacking duo of Noah Sadaoui and Kwame Peprah, who have scored 10 goals between them. Bengaluru FC, meanwhile, will be looking to their new signing, Jorge Pereyra Diaz, who has already found the net three times in the tournament.

Bengaluru FC head coach Gerard Zaragoza acknowledged the significance of this fixture, highlighting the long-standing rivalry between the two teams and the challenge of facing an in-form Kerala side. Zaragoza emphasized the need for his team to be at their best to advance to the semifinals.

Historically, Bengaluru FC holds a slight edge in head-to-head meetings, with 10 wins to Kerala's four in 18 encounters across all competitions. However, with both teams performing exceptionally well in the Durand Cup, this quarterfinal promises to be a tightly contested and thrilling match.