Bengaluru, August 11 (UNI) Bandipur Tuskers who have a mix of talent and experience in their team begin as favourites when they take on Mandya Bulls in the opening tie of the Grand Prix Badminton League (GPBL) which kicks off at the Karnataka Badminton Association here from Friday onwards.
The other match of the day is evenly poised with Kodagu Tigers locking horns with Mangalore Sharks.
The 10-day event features eight teams in a two-tier league format. The teams are divided into two groups of four teams each. Based on points, the top four teams from both the groups together will qualify for the round-robin knock-out stage. The two toppers will clash for Rs 24-lakh winners purse on August 21.