In a supercharged match of the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10, the Jaipur Pink Panthers sealed a nail-biting victory, edging out the Patna Pirates by just one point on an intense Sunday night.
Key Moments and Highlights of The Match
The first half witnessed the Patna Pirates taking control with an eight-point lead. Jaipur Pink Panther’s Raider V Ajith Kumar shone brightly, racking up an impressive 14 raid points and contributing two crucial tackle points. However, the Jaipur Pink Panthers turned the tide with a spirited comeback in the second half.
First Half Action
Sachin kicked off with a successful raid, and Ankit pulled off a solid tackle, propelling the Patna Pirates to a 2-0 lead by the 5th minute. A well-coordinated defense and strategic plays extended the Patna Pirates’ lead to 13-3 by the 13th minute, showcasing exceptional skills by defender Sajin Chandrasekar. Despite Arjun Deshwal’s commendable raid for the Jaipur Pink Panthers, the Patna Pirates maintained their dominance, concluding the first half with a robust 16-8 lead.
Second Half Drama
The Pirates maintained their momentum in the initial minutes of the second half, led by Patna Pirates Sandeep Kumar’s effective raids, securing an 18-10 lead by the 24th minute. However, V Ajith Kumar’s brilliance for the Jaipur Pink Panthers turned the game around. A spectacular SUPER RAID by Ajith Kumar narrowed the gap, but the Patna Pirates held on at 22-15 by the 29th minute.
Late-game Intensity
As the clock ticked down, V Ajith Kumar’s strategic plays, including a crucial tackle and raid point, brought the Jaipur Pink Panthers within reach at 18-22 by the 31st minute. The Jaipur Pink Panthers staged a remarkable comeback, leveling the scores at 24-24 with an ALL OUT. The final minutes witnessed a neck-to-neck battle, and with just 90 seconds left, both teams were deadlocked at 26-26.
In a game-changing raid by Pink Panthers Ajith Kumar eliminated Patna Pirate’s Neeraj Kumar and Sajin Chandrasekar, securing a three-point lead at 29-26. Bhavani Rajput, with tactical clock management, ensured that the Jaipur Pink Panthers walked away with a sensational one-point victory as the final raid of the match concluded.
Patna Pirates: Top Performers Of The Match
Top Defender: Neeraj Kumar
Top Raider: Sachin Tanwar
Match Table
| Raids Attempted | 43 |
| Tackles Attempted | 22 |
| Raid Points | 13 |
| Tackle Points | 8 |
What’s Next For Patna Pirates: Looking Ahead
Despite the narrow defeat of one point, the Patna Pirates displayed unwavering determination. Next up, on Friday, December 22, the Pro Kabaddi League action shifts to the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, featuring an eagerly anticipated clash between the Tamil Thalaivas and the Patna Pirates. Brace yourselves for more thrilling kabaddi moments in this upcoming encounter as Patna Pirates will look forward to breaking this losing streak!