On January 20, the Telugu Titans will host the UP Yoddhas in the 81st match of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2023 in Hyderabad.
Struggling this season, the Telugu Titans, with only one win in 13 matches, are at the bottom of the points table. Their recent loss to the Bengaluru Bulls further compounds their challenges in the league.

This marks the Telugu Titans' biggest win in three seasons, achieving a victory by more than 15 points for the first time in three seasons. Matchday 44 concludes with this notable achievement.
PKL Season 10: TEL 49 - 32 UP | Full Time
Omkar Patil's pace on the running hand touch proves untouchable for Nitin Panwar during the match.
TEL 48 - 30 UP
In another impressive move, Telugu Titans secure a SUPER RAID as Sanjeevi S not only earns a bonus but also escapes the tackles from Nitin Panwar and Hitesh, successfully crossing the midline.
Hamid Nader ankle holds Anil Kumar, securing a 19-point lead for Telugu Titans during the match.
TEL 47 - 28 UP
Pardeep Narwal appears to be off his game as Mohit catches him during the match.
TEL 43 - 24 UP
A THIRD ALL OUT is inflicted on UP Yoddhas as Pawan Sehrawat ousts Sumit during the match. Omkar R. More's successful hold on the struggling Anil Kumar further extends Titans' lead by 17 points.
TEL 40 - 23 UP
Despite facing a double tackle, Pawan skillfully maneuvers, using his left hand to touch the midline during the match.
TEL 35 - 20 UP
In a spectacular move, Omkar Patil executes a SUPER RAID for Telugu Titans, ousting Hitesh and Harendra Kumar while securing a bonus to extend their lead.
Sandeep Dhull's robust back hold on Gagana Gowda proves effective for the Titans.
TEL 33 - 20 UP
Gagana Gowda exploits the space between Sandeep Dhull and Omkar R. More, successfully crossing the midline during the match.
TEL 29 - 19 UP
Telugu Titans successfully stop Harendra Kumar, inflicting a second all-out on UP Yoddhas during the match.
TEL 28 - 17 UP
Kiran Magar succumbs to Pawan Sehrawat's persistent tactics in the right corner during the match.
TEL 24 - 15 UP
Omkar continues to contribute points by successfully reviving Pawan after executing a running hand touch on Ashu Singh during the match.
TEL 22 - 15 UP
Omkar Patil executes a spectacular FOUR POINT RAID, securing a bonus along with three points, resulting in a SUPER RAID. He successfully ousts Shivam Chaudhary, Sumit, and Nitin Panwar in a crucial do-or-die raid.
TEL 21 - 13 UP
Hitesh puts a stop to Pawan's raid, showcasing effective defense in the ongoing match.
TEL 15 - 11 UP
UP Yoddhas execute a SUPER TACKLE as Hitesh and a teammate push the raider out of bounds. Subsequently, they inflict an ALL OUT on Telugu Titans as Pawan escapes the clutches of Harendra Kumar and Hitesh.
TEL 15 - 9 UP
Pawan Sehrawat successfully stops Pardeep Narwal by holding onto his thighs in a defensive move during the match.
TEL 7 - 5 UP
Pardeep Narwal effortlessly scores the first point with a toe touch on Ajit Pawar. Sandeep Dhull's tackle on Pardeep results in his legs touching the midline.
Pawan Sehrawat's three-point raid includes a bonus and sends Sumit and Hitesh to the bench with their careless tackling.
TEL 4 - 2 UP
Telugu Titans won the toss, opting for UP Yoddhas to take on the raiding duties in this match.
Telugu Titans: Pawan Sehrawat, Sandeep Dhull, Ajit Pawar, Mohit, Omkar More, Sanjeevi, Omkar Patil
UP Yoddhas: Harendra Kumar, Anil Kumar, Pardeep Narwal, Sumit, Hitesh, Ashu Singh, Shivam
After 13 matches in PKL Season 10, Telugu Titans hold the 12th position on the points table with one win and 12 losses, accumulating 10 points.
UP Yoddhas, ranking 11th, have 23 points with 3 wins, 10 losses, and 1 tie.
In their recent encounter in Season 10, U.P. Yoddhas emerged victorious over Telugu Titans with a scoreline of 48-33.
Pardeep Narwal leads U.P. Yoddhas' raiding with 110 points in 14 matches, including 16 do-or-die raid points.
Sumit excels in defense with 45 tackle points, while Vijay Malik is the top all-rounder with 46 points in 13 outings.
Pawan Sehrawat, with 114 raid points in 12 matches, serves as Telugu Titans' key raider, scoring 7 raid points in the last game.
Sandeep Dhull, with 32 tackle points, leads the defense. Top all-rounder is Sanjeevi S with 24 points.
In Pro Kabaddi history, Telugu Titans and UP Yoddhas clashed 13 times. UP Yoddhas lead with nine wins, Titans managed two wins, and both teams drew twice. Seeking revenge, Titans host the match after a recent Yoddhas victory.
Matches Played: 13
Telugu Titans Wins: 2
UP Yoddhas Wins: 9
Draws: 2
Hello and welcome to the live blog coverage of PKL Season 10 - Match 81, where Telugu Titans will face off against UP Yoddhas.
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Similarly, the UP Yoddhas are grappling with difficulties, having encountered losses in their last five games. With a record of three wins, 10 losses, and a draw, they are currently positioned just one place above the Telugu Titans. Despite a narrow loss to the Patna Pirates in their recent game, the UP Yoddhas are precariously close to the bottom of the standings.
Both teams face a critical juncture in the PKL, with the Telugu Titans eager to improve their standing and the UP Yoddhas seeking to break their losing streak. The upcoming clash between these two struggling sides adds an element of anticipation as they vie for a much-needed victory in the league.