Telugu Titans humble table-toppers Haryana Steelers in PKL

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The Telugu Titans delivered a stunning performance to defeat the table-toppers Haryana Steelers with a commanding 49-27 victory in Match 61 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on November 18, 2024.

Telugu Titans’ rampage against the Steelers

  • Telugu Titans’ Dominance: Despite missing their star player and skipper Pawan Sehrawat, the Titans took an early lead and dominated the Steelers from the outset. Ashish Narwal led the raiding department with an impressive Super 10, scoring 11 raid points. His efforts were complemented by Shankar Gadai and Sagar Sethpal, who each completed a High 5.
  • Defensive Brilliance: The Titans’ defence was equally formidable, inflicting four ALL OUTs on the Steelers and restricting their scoring opportunities. Vijay Malik, the stand-in skipper, contributed 8 points, while the defensive line held strong.
  • Haryana Steelers’ Struggles: The Steelers, led by coach Manpreet Singh, found themselves reeling early in the match, carrying a six-point deficit just 10 minutes into the game. Despite their efforts to close the gap, they were unable to match the Titans’ relentless performance.

Key Moments

  • Early Lead: The Titans established a 13-point lead by the end of the first half, finishing the 20-minute segment with a score of 23-11.
  • Continued Pressure: The Titans maintained their dominance in the second half, extending their lead to 15 points at the start of the final 10 minutes.
  • Closing Out the Match: With the Steelers needing to close a significant gap, the Titans continued their strong performance, culminating in a fourth ALL-OUT and sealing the match with a final score of 49-27.

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