In a thrilling Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 encounter, Patna Pirates orchestrated a remarkable come-from-behind victory, securing their spot in the playoffs with a 38-36 win over Telugu Titans at the Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata. The clash showcased the resilience of Patna Pirates, who extended their unbeaten streak to eight games.
Despite Patna Pirates entering the match as the in-form team with a seven-game unbeaten run, Telugu Titans took control early on. Pawan Sehrawat, the skipper of Telugu Titans, spearheaded the onslaught with two consecutive multi-point raids, leading to a swift All-Out within four minutes. Telugu Titans established a commanding 10-3 lead, exposing defensive vulnerabilities in Patna Pirates.
Pawan Sehrawat continued his dominance, achieving a Super 10 by the 15th minute, further widening Telugu Titans’ lead to 20-12. However, Patna Pirates mounted a spirited comeback in the final five minutes of the first half. Key raids from Sandeep Kumar and a robust tackle from Krishan on Pawan reduced Telugu Titans to just two players. Patna Pirates’ captain, Sachin, orchestrated a crucial All-Out, narrowing the deficit to 22-20 at halftime.
The second half witnessed a determined Patna Pirates taking the lead for the first time in the 23rd minute. Despite Sachin reducing the opposition to a lone defender, Telugu Titans’ Omkar Patil executed a brilliant Super Raid, preventing an imminent All-Out. With a Super Tackle from Milad Jabbari, Telugu Titans regained the lead at 28-27 with 10 minutes remaining.
In the closing stages, Patna Pirates introduced Manjeet off the bench, and his impactful Super Tackle and sharp raids played a pivotal role. The team secured a crucial All-Out in the 36th minute, establishing a 5-point lead at 36-31. Patna Pirates held on to their advantage, clinching the victory and extending their unbeaten streak to eight games. Importantly, the win also solidified their place in the playoffs for the seventh time in Pro Kabaddi history.
Top performers for Patna Pirates included Sandeep Kumar as the Best Raider with 7 raid points and Krishan as the Best Defender with 4 tackle points. Pawan Sehrawat shone for Telugu Titans, accumulating an impressive 16 raid points, while Ankit emerged as their Best Defender with 5 tackle points. The match showcased Patna Pirates’ resilience and strategic brilliance, making them a formidable force as they progress to the playoffs.
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