The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 began with a bang at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Vizag, as the Tamil Thalaivas registered a nail-biting 38-35 victory over Telugu Titans on Friday night.
- Arjun Deshwal led the charge with a brilliant Super 10.
- Pawan Sehrawat chipped in with 9 points, including a match-winning Super Raid.
- For the Titans, Bharat Hooda stood tall with 9 raid points and celebrated his 600th raid milestone.
First Half: Neck-to-Neck Battle
The clash started with Arjun Deshwal scoring on his opening raid, giving Tamil Thalaivas the early edge.
- Vijay Malik opened the scoring for Telugu Titans.
- Bharat Hooda struck twice on a Do-or-Die raid, pulling the hosts level at 5-5.
Both sides exchanged points consistently, with Arjun Deshwal racking up 7 raid points in the first half. The Thalaivas went into the break leading 14-13.
Second Half: Titans Take Control
The second half began on a slow note before Bharat Hooda’s brilliance turned the tide. His sharp raids helped Telugu Titans enforce the first All Out of PKL Season 12, giving them a 19-14 advantage.
Despite Titans’ dominance, Arjun Deshwal completed the first Super 10 of the season, keeping the Thalaivas within striking distance. Soon after, Pawan Sehrawat opened his scoring account, fueling a spirited comeback.
Final Minutes: Pawan’s Super Raid Steals the Show
With time running out, Tamil Thalaivas pulled off an All Out, edging ahead 31-29. Bharat Hooda’s 9th point reduced the deficit, but in the dying seconds, Pawan Sehrawat executed a stunning Super Raid, sealing a dramatic 38-35 win for Tamil Thalaivas.
Key Performers
- Arjun Deshwal (Tamil Thalaivas): 10 raid points (Super 10)
- Pawan Sehrawat (Tamil Thalaivas): 9 raid points, including match-winning Super Raid
- Bharat Hooda (Telugu Titans): 9 raid points, milestone 600th raid
PKL Season 12 Schedule – Saturday, August 30
- Match 1: Telugu Titans vs UP Yoddhas – 8:00 PM
- Match 2: U Mumba vs Gujarat Giants – 9:00 PM
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