Did Alireza Lead Bengaluru Bulls to Their First Win of Season 12?

Visakhapatnam, Sep 6 (NationPress) The Bengaluru Bulls have finally recorded their first victory in Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) after defeating the Patna Pirates 38-30 at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Visakhapatnam. This match showcased Alireza Mirzaian achieving a well-deserved Super 10, with Aashish Malik contributing eight points, enabling the Bulls to bounce back from three consecutive losses.

The game began cautiously as both teams focused on defense, with Patna leading 8–6 at the 10-minute mark, thanks to the excellent tackling by Deepak and Sanket Sawant. Raider Ayan Lohchab, who also secured a Super 10 for the Pirates, played a pivotal role in maintaining their initial edge.

For the Bulls, raider Ganesha Hanamantagol displayed energy but faced containment from the Pirates' defense, notably a tackle by Sawant that disrupted their rhythm. With Maninder Singh yet to make an impact, the Pirates capitalized on defensive lapses, gaining a slight advantage.

As the first half progressed, momentum fluctuated with Ayan delivering a standout performance for the Pirates. His impactful raid took out Sanjay Dhull and Jitender Yadav, resulting in an ALL OUT against the Bengaluru Bulls, temporarily shifting the game in Patna's favor.

However, the Bulls rallied back, spearheaded by Alireza and Aashish Malik. They responded with an ALL OUT of their own, regaining control and leading 19–15 at halftime, thanks in part to Sanjay's key tackles that frustrated the Pirates.

In the second half, Sudhakar initiated a brilliant raid that eliminated Yogesh and Satyappa, providing the Pirates with a much-needed boost. Ayan also excelled under pressure, keeping Patna close by taking out Yogesh.

Nevertheless, the Bulls maintained composure, with Alireza continuing his stellar performance. His decisive Do-Or-Die raid against Deepak and Sanket was a turning point, while Deepak's tackles were crucial in stalling the Pirates' advances. Although Patna persisted, Bengaluru's defense absorbed the pressure, preserving a slim 24–21 lead as the final 10 minutes approached.

During these final moments, Patna threw everything into the match, but the Bulls' defense held strong. The crucial moment arrived when the Bulls executed a pivotal ALL OUT on Patna, extending their lead beyond reach and securing their victory.

Alireza concluded his Super 10 with flair, his final successful raid underscoring both his milestone and the Bulls' dominance. Despite the Pirates' late efforts to recover, the momentum had shifted, allowing the Bulls to secure an impressive eight-point win.