The Bengal Warriors showcased their dominance in Pro Kabaddi compelling 46-34 triumph over U Mumba at the Netaji Indoor Stadium, taking a significant step towards qualifying for the playoffs. The raiding trio of Maninder Singh (10 points), Nitin Kumar (8 points), and S Vishwas (8 points) played a pivotal role in securing the victory.
The Warriors initiated an electric start, securing six unanswered points within the opening five minutes, establishing an early lead before U Mumba could make their mark on the scoreboard. The momentum continued as the Warriors executed the first All-Out of the game, propelling them to an impressive 11-2 lead.
Despite U Mumba’s efforts, particularly from Shivam, the Warriors effectively contained Amirmohammad Zafardanesh’s raids, maintaining their lead throughout the first half. The Warriors entered halftime with a commanding seven-point advantage.
While the early stages of the second half seemed to favor the Warriors, a series of successful raids by Shivam, including a Super raid that eliminated Shubham Shinde and R Guhan, allowed U Mumba to inflict an All-Out and make a comeback with over 15 minutes remaining.
Undeterred by this setback, the Warriors, led by the dynamic Maninder Singh, swiftly regained control, earning crucial touch points and executing a second All-Out with eight minutes left, re-establishing their substantial lead. As the game approached its conclusion, U Mumba struggled to secure points, while the Warriors aimed to shut down any comeback attempts.
Despite U Mumba’s late efforts, including a Super tackle by Harsh Lad in the final minutes, the Warriors’ dominant first-half performance ultimately secured a well-deserved victory.
Individual standout performances included Maninder Singh as the Best Raider for Bengal Warriors with 10 raid points, and Harsh Lad as the Best Defender with 4 tackle points. For U Mumba, Shivam emerged as the Best Raider with an impressive 11 raid points, while Sombir showcased defensive prowess with 4 tackle points.
In summary, the Bengal Warriors’ cohesive teamwork, strategic raids, and defensive resilience propelled them to a convincing win, positioning them favorably in the race for playoff qualification in Pro Kabaddi Season 10.
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