The Prudent Energy Handball Premier League 2020 takes off today with both men’s and women’s defending champions in action at the Package B of the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abuja.

Defender Babes and Seasiders Babes open action in the women’s category after which Imo Grasshoppers taken to the court against Kada Queens.

Women’s champions Safety Queens begin the defence of their crown against Edo Dynamos while Plateau Peacocks confront Desert Queens and Adorable Queens of Ilorin take on Benue Queens of Markudi in the battle of the newbies.

In the men’s category, Rima Strikers will look to tame Plateau Vipers while COAS Shooters will aim to outgun Borno Spiders in their contest.

Kada Stars will hope to outshine Lagos Seasiders while the tie of the round sees defending champion Kano Pillars begin their bid to retain the trophy with a tough tie against former champions Niger United.

De Defender will do well to stop Safety Shooters from firing while newcomers Delta Force get their first taste of the topflight against fellow greenhorns Confluence Stars of Lokoja.

With the games set to be played behind closed doors, fans can follow all the live action on YouTube and Facebook.