The Haryana Steelers held their nerves to secure a thrilling 35-33 victory over the Dabang Delhi K.C. in a Pro Kabaddi League match played at the Shree Kanteerava Indoor Stadium in Bengaluru. The Steelers displayed impressive teamwork in both raiding and defense showcasing their resilience throughout the match.
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Haryana Steelers Dominate First Half
The Steelers started the match brightly establishing a 17-13 lead at halftime. Siddharth Sirish Desai was the star performer for the Steelers in the raiding department scoring 9 points with a successful raid percentage of 47.5%. The Steelers defense led by Ashish and Mohit also played a crucial role in restricting the Delhi K.C. to just 13 points in the first half.
Dabang Delhi K.C. Fight Back in Second Half
The Delhi K.C. came out with renewed energy in the second half inflicting two all-outs on the Steelers. Naveen Kumar led the charge for the Delhi K.C. in the raiding department scoring 12 points with a successful raid percentage of 60%. However, the Steelers defense managed to contain the Delhi K.C.’s attack in the crucial moments ultimately securing a narrow victory.
Turning Point of the game
The turning point of the match came in the second half when the Steelers inflicted two consecutive all-outs on the Delhi K.C. This gave them a significant advantage and they were able to control the tempo of the game for the remainder of the match.
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Full Scorecard and Starting Lineups
Match: Haryana Steelers vs Dabang Delhi K.C.
Venue: Shree Kanteerava Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru
Result: Haryana Steelers win 35-33
| Team | Points | All-Outs | Super Raids | Successful Raids | Raid Success Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haryana Steelers | 35 | 2 | 1 | 17 | 41.46% |
| Dabang Delhi K.C. | 33 | 2 | 1 | 19 | 47.5% |
Haryana Steelers Starter Lineups:
| Player | Position | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Siddharth Sirish Desai | Raider | 10 |
| Vinay | Raider | 5 |
| Ashish | All-Rounder | 7 |
| Jaideep Kuldeep | Defender | 0 |
| Rahul Sethpl | Defender | 0 |
| Mohit | Defender | 3 |
| Mohit | All-Rounder | 3 |
Dabang Delhi K.C. Starter Lineups:
| Player | Position | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Vishal Bhardwaj | Defender | 2 |
| Naveen Kumar | Raider | 16 |
| Meetu Mhahender | Raider | 2 |
| Ashu Malik | All-Rounder | 4 |
| Himmat Antil | All-Rounder | 3 |
| Yogesh | Defender | 0 |
| Mohit | Defender | 0 |
Key Players of Dabang Delhi K.C. vs Haryana Steelers
- Siddharth Sirish Desai (Haryana Steelers): The star raider for the Steelers scoring a total of 10 points with a successful raid percentage of 47.5%.
- Ashish (Haryana Steelers): Anchored the Steelers’ defense with 7 points and played a crucial role in restricting the Delhi K.C.’s scoring.
- Naveen Kumar (Dabang Delhi K.C.): Despite the loss Naveen was impressive for the Delhi K.C. with 16 points.
- Ashu Malik (Dabang Delhi K.C.): Provided valuable support to Naveen in the raiding department scoring 4 points with 3 successful tackles.
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Fan Voice:
The fans witnessed a nail-biting encounter with both teams displaying their fighting spirit throughout the match. The crowd was particularly impressed by the performances of Siddharth Sirish Desai and Ashish for the Steelers and Naveen Kumar for the Delhi K.C. The close contest kept the fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
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 Dabang Delhi K.C. on the other hand will need to go back to the drawing board and address their defensive weaknesses.
Here are some additional details about the match:
- Total Points: Haryana Steelers 35, Dabang Delhi K.C. 33
- Raid Points: Haryana Steelers 19, Dabang Delhi K.C. 22
- Tackle Points: Haryana Steelers 16, Dabang Delhi K.C. 11
- All-Outs: Haryana Steelers 4, Dabang Delhi K.C. 2
- Successful Raids: Haryana Steelers 17, Dabang Delhi K.C. 19
- Super Raids: Haryana Steelers 1, Dabang Delhi K.C. 0
This match was a testament to the Haryana Steelers’ strong defensive performance. Their ability to contain the Delhi K.C.’s attacking threats ultimately led them to victory.