Puneri Paltan Secures First Finalist Spot in PKL Season 10 defeating Patna Pirates: Puneri Paltan secured their place as the first finalists of Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 by defeating three-time champions Patna Pirates with a convincing score of 37-21 at the GMC Balayogi Stadium. The match, held on Wednesday, showcased an outstanding performance from the Paltan team, led by their captain Aslam Inamdar, who scored 7 raid points. They will now face the winner of Semi-Final 2 on Friday, March 1, in their quest for their first PKL title.
A Close Start to the Game – Puneri Paltan Secures First Finalist Spot in PKL Season 10
The game started off closely, with both teams exchanging early blows. Sachin was the standout raider for Patna Pirates, but Puneri Paltan’s all-round performance kept them slightly ahead. Mohit Goyat’s successful raid in the 6th minute initiated a series of points for Paltan, leading to an All-out on Patna Pirates. At the end of the first half, Puneri Paltan had a lead of 20-11.
Dominance Continues in the Second Half
In the second half, Puneri Paltan continued their dominance, inflicting another All-out on Patna Pirates. Despite efforts from Sachin and Sudhakar M for the Pirates, Puneri Paltan emerged victorious. Aslam Inamdar and Pankaj Mohite performed well in raiding, while Mohammadreza Chiyaneh led the defense, supported by Abinesh Nadarajan and Gaurav Khatri.
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Top Performers of Match
Puneri Paltan:
- Best Raider: Pankaj Mohite (7 raid points)
- Best Defender: Mohammadreza Chiyaneh (5 tackle points)
Patna Pirates:
- Best Raider: Sachin (5 raid points)
- Best Defender: Krishan (2 tackle points)
Patna Pirates fought hard, with Manjeet scoring late in the second half. However, Puneri Paltan had an answer to every challenge, securing a well-deserved spot in the final, their second consecutive appearance.