Puneri Paltan thrashed Bengal Warriors 49-19 in a dominant display at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Pune. The home team, fueled by the energetic crowd, showcased their superior raiding and defensive prowess to secure their third win of the season.
Final Score: Puneri Paltan 49 – 19 Bengal Warriors
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Key Highlights of the game:
- Puneri Paltan’s raiding duo of Aslam Inamdar (10 points) and Mohit Goyat (12 points) were unstoppable, tearing through the Bengal Warriors defense with ease. They racked up multiple super raids and do-or-die raids throughout the match.
- The Puneri Paltan defense led by Gaurav Khatri (5 points) and Abinesh Nadarajan (4 points), was equally impressive. They executed well-timed tackles and blocks shutting down the Bengal Warriors’ raiding attempts and forcing numerous all outs.
- Bengal Warriors despite boasting the league’s top scorer Maninder Singh (7 points) simply couldn’t match Puneri Paltan’s intensity and execution. Their defense struggled to contain the raiding duo, while their own raiders lacked support and momentum.
Key Moments of Puneri Paltan vs Bengal Warriors
- 34′ – ALL OUT! Mohit Goyat delivers a decisive blow with a double touch, sending the Warriors down to one man and securing a crucial all-out for Pune.
- 27′ – Powerful Ankle Hold: Mohit Goyat’s iron-clad ankle hold pins down Maninder Singh, preventing the Warriors’ star raider from scoring.
- 20′ – SUPER TACKLE! The Paltan defense executes a perfect dash and tackle on Nitin Kumar, earning a valuable super tackle.
Turning Point:
- The second half proved decisive for Puneri Paltan as they capitalized on Bengal Warriors mistakes and extended their lead with every raid. A series of successful super tackles and do-or-die raids completely demoralized the Warriors’ defense.
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Post-Match Reactions:
- Puneri Paltan captain Aslam Inamdar: “We are happy with the win. The crowd was amazing and their support kept us going. We executed our plans well and everyone contributed. We will look to build on this performance.”
- Bengal Warriors captain Maninder Singh: “We weren’t at our best today. Puneri Paltan played really well and put us under pressure. We will learn from this and come back stronger in the next match.”
Impact on the League:
- This win moves Puneri Paltan up the table, while Bengal Warriors suffer their first loss of the season. The result opens up the league standings and adds another layer of excitement to the competition.
Overall, Puneri Paltan’s emphatic victory against Bengal Warriors was a display of their potential as a title contender. Their aggressive raiding and solid defense proved too much for the Warriors, who will need to regroup and rediscover their form to stay in the top spot.