In a dominating display, Puneri Paltan orchestrated an astounding victory, securing a staggering 36-point win against the struggling Telugu Titans in a Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 clash at the Noida Indoor Stadium.
Mohit Goyat emerged as the star performer for Puneri Paltan, spearheading their triumph. Abinesh Nadarajan and Gaurav Khatri showcased their prowess with High 5s, contributing significantly to the team's kabaddi masterclass that culminated in a resounding 54-18 win.
Despite the return of Telugu Titans' captain Pawan Sehrawat, the team faced early setbacks, as Pawan was tackled within eight seconds of the match's commencement. Puneri Paltan relied heavily on their defense, with Abinesh and Mohammadreza Shadloui thwarting the opposition's attempts. Despite a close start, with Telugu Titans trailing 6-7 midway through the first half, Puneri Paltan gained momentum.
A pivotal turning point arrived with a series of game-changing raids by Mohit Goyat, who executed a Super Raid, followed by impactful plays from Shadloui and Aslam Inamdar. Puneri Paltan inflicted the first All-Out, establishing a commanding lead of 16-9.
As the first half drew to a close, Puneri Paltan extended their dominance, leading 23-10, with Telugu Titans struggling to make headway. The woes for Telugu Titans compounded in the second half, enduring an immediate All-Out within the first minute, further widening the gap.
Puneri Paltan maintained an iron grip on the game, with Abinesh, Aslam, and Mohit dominating the proceedings. Pawan's subdued performance hampered Telugu Titans as Puneri Paltan enforced another All-Out, solidifying their lead by a significant 28 points at 39-11 with 10 minutes remaining.
Executing a kabaddi masterclass, Puneri Paltan relentlessly pressed on, inflicting a fourth All-Out, with Mohit's stellar contributions in raiding and defense. The scoreline reflected Puneri Paltan's dominance at 48-13, establishing an imposing 35-point lead. The team showcased their depth by giving bench players opportunities, concluding the match with a remarkable and comprehensive win.
(With Agency Inputs)