Can Ankit Jaglan Lead Patna Pirates to Their Fourth Title?

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Key Takeaways
- Ankit Jaglan appointed captain for Patna Pirates.
- Deepak Singh serves as vice captain and lead defender.
- Season opener against UP Yoddhas on September 1.
- Patna Pirates aim for their fourth championship title.
- Training under coach Anup Kumar to enhance performance.
New Delhi, Aug 13 (NationPress) The Patna Pirates have appointed their captain and vice captain, with Ankit Jaglan and Deepak Singh stepping up as leaders as they gear up for their season opener on September 1 against the UP Yoddhas.
Jaglan, now in his third consecutive year with the Patna Pirates, stands out as the top-paid all-rounder. He has showcased his skills through impressive speed and agility, including a remarkable tackle success rate last season.
“I am grateful for the chance to captain the Patna Pirates. Our goal is to perform at the highest level, and I believe the whole team is ready for this challenge. Working under coach Anup Kumar has been an incredible learning experience, and his expertise will propel us forward. We are all focused on achieving the ultimate prize, and each player knows their responsibilities as we aim to take the Patna Pirates all the way,” Jaglan expressed.
On the other hand, Deepak has emerged as a key defender, racking up 282 tackles that highlight his skill in thwarting rival raiders, making him essential to the team's sturdy defense.
The Patna Pirates are in pursuit of their fourth championship title this season, aiming to solidify their reputation as the premier franchise in the Pro Kabaddi League.
After narrowly finishing second in the last iteration of the PKL, the team, under coach Anup Kumar, is currently in training for their pre-season camp, determined to start strong.
“The Patna Pirates have consistently delivered a style of kabaddi that fans cherish. This season will be no exception under the leadership of Ankit, Deepak, and Anup Kumar. We came heartbreakingly close to our fourth championship victory, and we will commence the season with our eyes firmly set on that goal,” stated Pawan Rana, CEO of the Patna Pirates.
With Ankit and Deepak leading the way, the Patna Pirates boast a robust roster that includes Ayan Lohchab, Navdeep, Sudhakar Maruthamuthu, Deepak Jaglan, Hamid Mirzaei Nader, Sanket Sawant, Sombir, Amin Ghorbani, Maninder Singh, Ankit Kumar, Mandeep Kumar, Milan Dahiya, Sahil Patil, Ashish Birwal, Balaji, Jadhav Shahaji, and Saurabh Narwal.