In a thrilling Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 encounter at the Noida Indoor Stadium, UP Yoddhas faced a tough 48-41 defeat against Patna Pirates, despite an outstanding performance by Pardeep Narwal, their skipper.
While Pardeep Narwal showcased his season-best form, securing an impressive 21 points against his former team, the spotlight of the match belonged to Patna Pirates' raider Sachin, who delivered a brilliant Super 10 in addition to contributing two tackle points. Moreover, Patna's skipper Neeraj Kumar's High 5 added to their triumph.
Patna Pirates took control early in the game, forcing an All-Out against UP Yoddhas within the first 10 minutes, establishing an eight-point advantage. Despite Pardeep Narwal's strong start with successful raids, Patna's Sachin dominated with eight raid points in the first half until UP Yoddhas' defenders made a significant stop, narrowing the gap.
Heading into halftime, Patna Pirates secured a comfortable 12-point lead after executing a late All-Out, marking their second of the match.
The second half commenced with a remarkable show by Pardeep, securing a Super 10 alongside an exhilarating Super Raid by eliminating three opponents. However, Patna Pirates, led by Neeraj Kumar's defensive prowess, regained their footing, securing crucial points through successful tackles and raids.
Despite UP Yoddhas' attempts to rally, including getting Patna Pirates All-Out in the final minutes, it wasn't enough to alter the outcome. Sachin's impactful performance throughout the match led Patna Pirates to a conclusive seven-point victory over UP Yoddhas.
(With Agency Inputs)
