The Bengaluru Bulls defeated the Tamil Thalaivas in a thrilling match at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Match 50 of the Pro Kabaddi League. The match left fans on the edge of their seats, with the Bengaluru Bulls claiming a narrow victory by a single point, with a final score of 38-37.
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Vikash Kandola and Bharat Lead the Charge for Bengaluru:
Vikash Kandola emerged as the Bengaluru Bulls standout raider, scoring four crucial points on five attempts. His agility and precision helped him defeat the Thalaivas defense. Veteran raider Bharat also contributed significantly with 9 points on 19 attempts demonstrating his experience and calm under pressure.
Narender Amasses Points, But Tamil Thalaivas Fail:
Narender was the Thalaivas lone warrior on the other side of the mat. He scored a game-high 12 points on sixteen attempts, but lacked adequate support from his teammates. Despite Nitin Singh’s 5-point performance and Sagar’s late 5-point surge, the Thalaivas were unable to close the gap in the final seconds.
Turning Points and Key Stats:
- The decisive moment of the game occurred in the second half, when the Bulls inflicted two all-outs on the Thalaivas, decisively swinging the momentum in their favor.
- Bengaluru’s superior tackle success rate (58.33% vs. Tamil Thalaivas 47.62%) was critical to their victory.
- Both teams had similar raid success rates (40.48% and 41.46%, respectively), but the Bulls superior defense proved decisive.
Post-Match Reactions:
“It was a tough match, but we kept our composure and fought till the end” said an elated Vikash Kandola, the Bengaluru Bulls star raider. “Our defense was outstanding, and that’s what ultimately gave us the edge.”
“We came close, but couldn’t grab the win tonight” admitted Narender, the Tamil Thalaivas captain. “We need to work on our consistency and capitalize on our opportunities to turn the tables in the next game.”
ತಮಿಳು ತಲೈವಾಸ್ ವಿರುದ್ಧ⚔️ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಬುಲ್ಸ್’ಗೆ 37-38 ಅಂಕಗಳ ಜಯಬೇರಿ💪🥳#ProKabaddi #ProKabaddiLeague #PKL #PKLSeason10 #HarSaansMeinKabaddi #TamilThalaivas #BengaluruBulls #CHEvBLR pic.twitter.com/aAdG9nYybb
— ProKabaddi (@ProKabaddi) December 31, 2023
Top Performers Tamil Thalaivas vs Bengaluru Bulls: Match 50
Bengaluru Bulls
| Player | Position | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Vikash Kandola | Raider | 4 |
| Surjeet Singh | Defender – Right Cover | 3 |
| Bharat | Raider | 9 |
Tamil Thalaivas
| Player | Position | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Narender | Raider | 12 |
| Sagar | Defender | 5 |
| Ajinkya Pawar | Raider | 6 |
Half-Wise Scorecard
First Half
| Team | Total Points | Raid Points | Tackle Points | All out Points | Extra Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamil Thalaivas | 20 | 13 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Bengaluru Bulls | 17 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Second Half
| Team | Total Points | Raid Points | Tackle Points | All out Points | Extra Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamil Thalaivas | 17 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| Bengaluru Bulls | 21 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the top scorer in the match?
Narender from Tamil Thalaivas with 12 points.
How many successful tackles did Surjeet Singh of Bengaluru Bulls make?
Surjeet Singh secured 3 successful tackles.