How Did Delhi Dangal Warriors Secure Two Points Against Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals in PWL 2026?
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Noida, Jan 27 (NationPress) The Delhi Dangal Warriors, under the leadership of captain Sujeet Kalkal, clinched two crucial match points at the halfway mark after triumphing in five of the initial nine bouts against the Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals during Match 13 of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026, held at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Tuesday.
Entering the contest with two points from three matches, Delhi demonstrated an impressive all-around performance, gaining a decisive 5-0 lead and firmly positioning themselves in the race for a semi-final spot with four points across four games.
The match began with a thrilling clash in the 74kg men's category, where Turan Bayramov narrowly defeated Deepak in a strategic battle. After conceding an activity point late in the first period, Bayramov showcased superior mat control in the second, scoring a push-out and an activity point, ultimately sealing his victory with a crucial push-out during the Power Minute.
Delhi's momentum continued in the women's 62kg bout as Anjli delivered an impressive offensive display, overcoming Olha Padoshyk with a score of 19–10. Anjli began scoring in Period 1 and unleashed a scoring spree in the second period, highlighted by two four-point throws during the Power Minute, granting Delhi a 2–0 advantage.
The lead expanded further in the women's 76kg contest, where Anastasiya Alpyeeva achieved a swift victory against Jyoti Berwal. After Jyoti earned an early activity point, Alpyeeva swiftly responded with a takedown and exposure in Period 2 before executing a fall, pushing Delhi ahead 3–0.
Karla Godinez Gonzalez then displayed remarkable composure and positional control in the 57kg women's clash, defeating Pushpa 9–1. Karla maintained control throughout the match, capping it off with a significant four-point takedown during the Power Minute to secure her victory.
In the fifth bout of the evening, Delhi captain Sujeet Kalkal ensured no dip in performance. Kalkal achieved a convincing 9–2 victory over Ali Rahimzade, dominating the early exchanges with consistent takedowns and mat control, extending his lead in the second period. His composed performance cemented Delhi’s fifth consecutive bout win, clinching the two match points at the halfway stage.
Team Score after five bouts: Delhi Dangal Warriors 5 – 0 Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals
On Matchday 12 of the PWL 2026 on Wednesday, UP Dominators will face off against Haryana Thunders.