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Pro Kabaddi Season 10, In a pulsating Southern Derby, Bengaluru Bulls emerged victorious, edging past Tamil Thalaivas 38-37 at the Noida Indoor Stadium, marking a perfect end to their year. The clash showcased thrilling raids, strategic tackles, and standout performances from key players, with Bharat playing a pivotal role in Bengaluru Bulls’ triumph.
The match kicked off with a closely contested first five minutes, featuring star raider Narender leading the charge for Tamil Thalaivas, helping them take an initial lead of 10-7. Bengaluru Bulls found themselves with only three defenders on the mat, creating an opportunity for a Super Tackle. Left cover Parteek seized the moment, rendering Ajinkya Pawar’s raid unsuccessful.
The intensity of the match kept fans on the edge, with both Southern rivals exchanging points regularly. Narender continued to shine for Tamil Thalaivas in the first half, contributing more than half of the points for his team. A critical Super Tackle saved Bengaluru Bulls after Saurabh Nandal initiated a grab on the opponent raider. However, the Thalaivas had the last laugh in the first half, securing All-Out points as the score stood at 20-17 in their favor heading into the second half.
The second half witnessed a dramatic turn as a Super Raid by Bengaluru Bulls star raider Vikash Kandola, eliminating Mohit, Sahil Gulia, and M. Abishek in one go, shifted the momentum in favor of the Bengaluru-based side. The topsy-turvy nature of the game persisted, with each team negating the other’s points. Tamil Thalaivas capitalized on Super Tackle opportunities, halting Vikash Kandola’s raids successfully.
Substitute Sagar first stopped Vikash Kandola, and later, in a Do-or-Die Raid, the Bulls’ raider failed, contributing to Thalaivas’ resurgence. Iranian defender Amirhossein Bastami thwarted Neeraj Narwal’s raid, further consolidating Thalaivas’ lead. Just when the match seemed to be tilting in one direction, another All-Out, this time executed by Vikash Kandola for the Bulls, ensured that the game remained tied entering the final five minutes.
Despite Narender superb Super 10 and a total of 12 points, Bengaluru Bulls showcased resilience, with Bharat’s outstanding performance. Bharat, with 9 raid points, complemented by stellar defense from teammates against formidable raiders like Narender and Ajinkya Pawar, secured Bengaluru Bulls’ victory, providing them with a positive start to the new year.
Top Performers
Tamil Thalaivas
Best Raider: Narender (12 raid points)
Best Defender: Sagar (5 tackle points)
Bengaluru Bulls
Best Raider: Bharat (9 raid points)
Best Defender: Parteek (4 tackle points)
In summary, the Southern Derby delivered a thrilling Pro Kabaddi spectacle, featuring remarkable individual performances and strategic team efforts. Bengaluru Bulls’ triumph over Tamil Thalaivas showcased their resilience and determination, setting the stage for an exciting journey into the new year in Pro Kabaddi League Season 10.
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