How Did Bharat Shine in His 100th Game as Titans Defeated Steelers?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Bharat Hooda achieved a remarkable 20 points in his 100th game.
- The Telugu Titans executed three ALL OUTs during the match.
- The Titans maintained a strong lead throughout the game.
- This match was the Steelers' fifth consecutive loss.
- The Titans are now on a five-match winning streak.
Chennai, Oct 8 (NationPress) The Telugu Titans concluded their Chennai leg with an impressive 46-29 victory, inflicting a seventeen-point defeat on the Haryana Steelers in Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium on Wednesday.
Bharat Hooda celebrated his 100th PKL match with a stunning performance, accumulating 20 points - comprising 16 raid points and four tackle points. Vijay Malik also provided valuable support with eight points.
The match commenced with a strong display from the Telugu Titans, who quickly asserted their dominance over the defending champions. Hooda initiated the scoring with a multi-point raid, quickly followed by Malik's two-point raid, establishing an early 6-0 lead. The Steelers struggled to gain momentum, with Vinay managing to score their first point via a bonus.
It wasn't long before the Titans executed their first ALL OUT, thanks to a tackle by Ajit Pawar. Hooda remained flawless, extending their advantage to thirteen points with another tackle by Ankit. Despite an initial struggle, the Haryana Steelers began to find their rhythm.
With a Super Raid from Mayank Saini and a Super Tackle from Rahul Ahri, they narrowed the gap to eight points. Shivam Patare showcased his skills on both ends of the mat, while Vinay's ALL OUT brought them to within two points.
However, Hooda was relentless, achieving his Super 10 with a successful Do-Or-Die Raid. His exceptional performance in both offense and defense ensured that the Telugu Titans secured their second ALL OUT just before halftime, regaining a ten-point lead with the score at 26-16.
In the second half, the Titans maintained their intensity, with Malik stepping up alongside Hooda. A Super Tackle by Jaideep Dahiya briefly reduced the lead to twelve points, but the Titans quickly executed a third ALL OUT, increasing their lead to seventeen points.
During the final quarter, the Titans held complete control, making the outcome a mere formality. Shubham Shinde, Avi Duhan, and Ankit contributed with tackles, solidifying their lead. Young players from the Haryana Steelers, including Ankit Dhull and Jaya Soorya, attempted to rally back but to no avail.
Ultimately, the gap proved insurmountable for the defending champions. Hooda's standout performance with 20 points ensured that the Telugu Titans celebrated their fifth consecutive victory, while the Steelers faced their fifth straight defeat.