In the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL), the final leg of the league stage begins today in Pune, the home of defending champions Puneri Paltan, and will run until December 24. The playoffs, including the Eliminators and Semi-Finals, are scheduled for December 26-27, with the grand finale set for December 29.

In the opening day of the final leg, Bengaluru Bulls will take on the Gujarat Giants in the first match tonight at 8 pm. On the other hand Puneri Paltan will kick off their final leg campaign against arch-rivals U Mumba in a much-anticipated Maharashtra derby tonight at 9 pm. As the race for the playoffs tightens, every game in Pune could determine the fate of the teams in this thrilling season.