The Pro Kabaddi League witnessed an intense battle between the Bengal Warriors and the U.P. Yoddhas in Match 29 at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Pune. The match ended in a rare but thrilling tie, with both teams scoring 37 points each.
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First Half Drama
The first half of the match set the tone for the intense showdown that was about to unfold. Bengal Warriors and U.P. Yoddhas went head-to-head showing their raiding and defensive skills
The Bengal Warriors led by the formidable Maninder Singh managed to secure a total of 9 points in the game. Their raiding game was particularly impressive with 16 successful raids, contributing significantly to their overall score. Maninder Singh along with Shrikant Jadhav led the raiding charge with a Raid Success Rate of 46.67%.
On the defensive front Bengal Warriors exhibited a solid performance earning 4 tackle points. The team strategically executed two successful all-out points asserting their dominance over the U.P. Yoddhas. The first half ended with Bengal Warriors holding a slight lead with 23 points compared to U.P. Yoddhas 19.
Second Half Intensity
As the teams returned to the mat for the second half, the anticipation in the stadium reached new heights. The U.P. Yoddhas determined to turn the tide displayed a commendable comeback.
The raiding duo of Surender Gill and Pardeep Narwal spearheaded the U.P. Yoddhas attack, securing a total of 14 raid points in the second half. Their relentless pursuit of successful raids contributed significantly to narrowing the point gap.
Defensively, both teams engaged in a fierce battle with Bengal Warriors adding 3 more tackle points to their tally. The U.P. Yoddhas, on the other hand managed to secure 2 all-out points.
As the clock ticked down the scoreboard reflected a remarkable tie with both teams amassing 37 points each. The fans were treated to a display of skill, strategy and sheer determination from both sides.
Player Showdown
Maninder Singh’s Raiding Brilliance: Bengal Warriors captain Maninder Singh emerged as the standout raider of the match. With an impressive total of 9 points, Maninder Singh showcased his exceptional raiding skills leaving the opposition defense scrambling to contain him. His ability to secure successful raids at crucial moments played a pivotal role in Bengal Warriors performance.
Surender Gill’s Resilience: Surender Gill of the U.P. Yoddhas proved to be a force to be reckoned with. Despite facing a formidable Bengal Warriors defense Gill secured 18 raid points including a crucial successful raid in a do-or-die situation. His resilience and agility on the mat were crucial in keeping the U.P. Yoddhas in the game.
Match Scorecard
| Team | Total Points | Raid Points | Tackle Points | All-Out Points | Extra Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengal Warriors | 37 | 25 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| U.P. Yoddhas | 37 | 27 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
Bengal Warriors:
- Raid Points: 25
- Successful Raids: 21
- Super Raids: 2
- Raid Success Rate: 46.67%
- Raid Strike Rate: 60%
- Longest Successful Raid Streak: 7
- Tackle Points: 9
- All-Out Points: 2
- Extra Points: 1
U.P. Yoddhas:
- Raid Points: 27
- Successful Raids: 19
- Super Raids: 0
- Raid Success Rate: 42.22%
- Raid Strike Rate: 55.56%
- Longest Successful Raid Streak: 5
- Tackle Points: 7
- All-Out Points: 2