FC Pune City are in a must-win situation in their 2016 Hero Indian Super League encounter against Kerala Blasters FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on Friday. Both teams have 15 points to their credit and come into this contest having tasted defeat in their last match. The Blasters were thumped 5-0 by maiden semi-finalists Mumbai City FC, while the Stallions were edged 1-0 by NorthEast United FC, and having played a game more than Kerala, i.e. 12, they will be under tremendous pressure to deliver the goods and keep themselves in the semis hunt. However, there is no denying that Kerala will be psychologically the weaker of the two teams after being trounced in their last match, and playing in front of their passionate home fans in Kochi, the onus is on them to take the game to Antonio Habas’ men.Head-to-Head: The inaugural season of the Hero ISL saw Kerala do the double over Pune, winning 2-1 away and 1-0 at home. Hero ISL 2015 witnessed Pune edging past Kerala 3-2 at home before Kerala avenged the loss with a 2-0 win in Kochi. Earlier this season, these teams played out a 1-1 draw at Pune.Form Guide (last five matches):Kerala Blasters FC: D-L-W-W-LFC Pune City: W-W-L-W-LSandesh Jhingan vs Anibal RodriguezSandesh Jhingan has been one of the most eye-catching domestic talents in the Hero ISL. He reads the game well and makes quick, efficient tackles besides interceptions. He is one of those few defenders, who is good in the air as well as on the ground. By his standards, his form has been a bit indifferent this season, which has undoubtedly affected his team. However, he has a high work rate, and if he comes into his own tomorrow, Pune will have a tough time finding a way through the Kerala defence.Anibal Rodriguez is undoubtedly the man FC Pune City will look to as far as scoring is concerned in this crucial tie. With four goals already to his name, the Mexican has shown his class plentifully. With quick feet and the ability to finish calmly, he can break down any defence in the league. He is one of the players to watch out for.Didier Boris Kadio vs Mohamed SissokoDidier Boris Kadio has been one of the stand-out midfielders for the Blasters this season. Not only has he scored once but he has also made the most number of tackles for his team (25). Offensively dangerous as well as defensively sound, Kadio, in many ways, is a complete midfielder. He will have to be at the top of his game when Pune come calling.Mohamed Sissoko has been a key figure in the centre of the field for the Stallions. He is the second highest scorer for his team with two goals, only behind Anibal Rodriguez. He also has the highest number of tackles (47) besides winning the most number of aerial duels (25) for his team. His abilities are similar to those of Kadio, and it will be an interesting battle between them.Kervens Belfort vs Rahul BhekeKervens Belfort has been instrumental for Kerala in offence so far, with two goals and an assist. He also has the most number of shots for his team (19) and is always a threat for opposition defenders going forward. Being strong and pacey, he is likely to throw a scare or two into the visiting team.Rahul Bheke has developed into one of the most reliable defenders for FC Pune City. Playing against his old club, there is no doubt he will be eager to prove a point. He has already been involved in 29 tackles for his team in his eight appearances so far. Quick to clear danger and blessed with a great sense of tackling, Bheke is expected to play a decisive role tomorrow.Squads:Kerala Blasters FC: Graham Stack, Sandip Nandy, Kunal Sawant, Aaron Hughes, Cedric Hengbart, Sandesh Jhingan, Gurwinder Singh, Pratik Chaudhary, Elhadji Ndoye, Josu Currais, Didier Boris Kadio, Azrack Mahamat, Mehtab Hossain, Mohammed Rafique, Ishfaq Ahmed, Vinit Rai, Michael Chopra, Antonio German, Kervens Belfort, Duckens Nazon, Mohammed Rafi, Thongkhosiem Haokip, Farukh Chaudhary, CK Vineeth and Rino AntoFC Pune City: Edel Bete, Arindam Bhattacharya, Vishal Kaith, Zodingliana Ralte, Vishal Kaith, Rahul Bheke, Yumnam Raju, Narayan Das, Augustine Fernandes, Dharmaraj Ravanan, Eduardo Ferreira, Gouramangi Singh, Arata Izumi, Jonathan Lucca, Francis Fernandes, Bruno Arias, Josep María Comadevall Crous (Pitu), Lenny Rodrigues, Momar Ndoye, Sanju Pradhan, Anibal Zurdo Rodriguez, Gustavo Oberman, Jesus Rodriguez Tato, Eugeneson Lyngdoh