In an exciting showdown witnessed by an enthusiastic home crowd at the Patliputra Indoor Stadium. The Patna Pirates displayed a defensive masterclass, nailing victory against the Gujarat Giants with a resounding scoreline of 32-20 in Pro Kabaddi League Season 10. This triumph elevated the Pirates to the fourth position on the points table on a memorable Monday night.
Defensive Duo Shines
The standout characteristic of the match was the extraordinary performance of the Patna Pirates’ defensive duo, Ankit and Krishan. Together, they collected an impressive 11 tackle points, with Ankit contributing 6 points and Krishan securing 5. Their stellar efforts played a pivotal role in blocking the Gujarat Giants’ raiders throughout the game.
Resolute Defence in a Low-Scoring Affair
The match was low-scoring, with Patna Pirates’ defense standing strong even though they had fewer players for a big part of the game. Their determined effort stopped Gujarat Giants from getting a big lead. Although Parteek Dahiya and Nitin from the Giants got some touch points, but struggled to do so during crucial junctures.
Super Tackles Define First Half
The Patna Pirates’ Ankit and Krishan showcased their ability to take Super Tackles at crucial moments, preventing the Gujarat Giants from building a formidable lead. The first half concluded with the Patna Pirates trailing by a mere two points, a testament to their defensive prowess in challenging circumstances.
Gujarat Giants’ Struggle Continues
The second half mirrored the defensive pattern, with the Gujarat Giants maintaining pressure on the Patna Pirates’ numbers but unable to secure an All-Out when required. Gujarat Giants’ Fazel Atrachali, usually a defensive stalwart, had an off night, failing to log a single point and managing only five unsuccessful tackles.
Late-Game Heroics and All-Out
Patna Pirates orchestrated a dramatic turnaround in the final three minutes. The Patna Pirates’ Sandeep Kumar initiated the Gujarat Giants’ collapse with a Do-or-Die raid, returning with three crucial touchpoints. In a strong move, they imposed the first and only All-Out of the game, seizing a commanding 30-19 lead with just a minute left. The Patna Pirates rode on this defensive dominance to secure a well-deserved victory.
Match Stats (Top Performers From The Patna Pirates)
Best Raider: Sandeep Kumar
Best Defender: Ankit
Match Table
| Raids Attempted | 42 |
| Tackles Attempted | 19 |
| Raid Points | 11 |
| Tackle Points | 11 |
What’s Next for Patna Pirates?
As they bask in the glory of this victory, the Patna Pirates set their sights on future challenge with Bengaluru Bulls on January 31, 2024, at the Patliputra Indoor Stadium. They aim to maintain their defensive brilliance and climb higher on the points table. The Kabaddi arena awaits the next chapter of this compelling journey. Don’t miss the action!