The Haryana Steelers emerged victorious in a dominant performance against the Bengaluru Bulls winning 38-32. The Steelers put on a clinical display of raiding and tackling leaving the Bulls chasing shadows throughout the match.
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On the Mat Performances
The Steelers started the match strongly with Vinay and Siddharth Desai leading the charge in the raiding department. They were ably supported by a resolute defense anchored by Jaideep Dahiya and Rahul Sethpal. The Bulls struggled to find their rhythm in the first half with Bharat and Neeraj Narwal failing to make a significant impact.
Haryana Steelers Control the Match:
The Steelers dominated the first half building a comfortable lead of 27-13. They inflicted two all-outs on the Bulls during this period showcasing their superior teamwork and coordination.
Bulls Fight Back but Fall Short
The Bulls staged a brief comeback in the second half with Abhishek Singh and Monu injecting some much-needed energy into their attack. However, the Steelers defense remained resolute and they were able to maintain their lead.
First Half
The first half was a close affair with the Steelers holding a narrow lead of 13-11 at halftime. Vinay and Siddharth Desai led the charge for the Steelers in the raiding department while Bharat and Neeraj Narwal tried to keep the Bulls in the game.
Second Half
The second half saw the Steelers pull away inflicting two all-outs on the Bulls and extending their lead to 11 points. Jaideep Dahiya and Mohit Nandal were instrumental in the Steelers defensive success, while Vinay continued to impress in the raiding department.
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Key Players of Bengaluru Bulls vs Haryana Steelers
- Vinay (Haryana Steelers): The star raider for the Steelers, scoring a total of 8 points with a successful raid percentage of 42.22%.
- Jaideep Dahiya (Haryana Steelers): Played a pivotal role in the Steelers’ defense, scoring 6 points and contributing to several successful tackles.
- Siddharth Desai (Haryana Steelers): Provided valuable support to Vinay in the raiding department, scoring 7 points.
- Bharat (Bengaluru Bulls): Despite the loss, Bharat was the shining light for the Bulls, scoring 14 points.
Full Scorecard and Attacking Lineups
Match: Bengaluru Bulls vs Haryana Steelers
Venue: Shree Kanteerava Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru
Result: Haryana Steelers win 38-32
| Team | Points | All-Outs | Super Raids | Successful Raids | Raid Success Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru Bulls | 32 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 31.11% |
| Haryana Steelers | 38 | 4 | 0 | 14 | 26.09% |
Bengaluru Bulls Attacking Lineup:
| Player | Points | Super Raids | Successful Raids | Raid Success Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bharat | 14 | 0 | 4 | 37.50% |
| Sushil | 2 | 0 | 1 | 50.00% |
| Vikash Kandola | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Neeraj Narwal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Monu | 2 | 0 | 1 | 50.00% |
| Abhishek Singh | 2 | 0 | 1 | 100.00% |
Haryana Steelers Attacking Lineup:
| Player | Points | Super Raids | Successful Raids | Raid Success Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinay | 8 | 0 | 3 | 42.86% |
| Siddharth Desai | 7 | 0 | 2 | 28.57% |
| Naveen Kundu | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| K. Prapanjan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Shivam Pathare | 1 | 0 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Hasan Balbool | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Turning Point of the game
The two all-outs inflicted on the Bulls in the first half were the turning point of the match. These all-outs gave the Steelers a significant advantage which they were able to capitalize on throughout the second half.
Fan Voice
The fans were disappointed with the Bulls performance but they were still entertained by the Steelers attacking power. The crowd was particularly impressed by the performances of Vinay and Jaideep Dahiya for the Steelers and Bharat for the Bulls.
This victory marks the Haryana Steelers’ rise to the top of the Pro Kabaddi League table. They will look to continue their winning streak in their upcoming matches. The Bengaluru Bulls, however, will have to go back to the drawing board and address their defensive lapses if they want to challenge for the title.
Here are some additional details about the match:
- Total Points: Haryana Steelers 38, Bengaluru Bulls 32
- Raid Points: Haryana Steelers 21, Bengaluru Bulls 19
- Tackle Points: Haryana Steelers 16, Bengaluru Bulls 13
- All-Outs: Haryana Steelers 4, Bengaluru Bulls 2
- Successful Raids: Haryana Steelers 14, Bengaluru Bulls 12
- Super Raids: Haryana Steelers 1, Bengaluru Bulls 0