Pune, Dec 11 (NationPress) In a phenomenal display, former champions U Mumba outshined Tamil Thalaivas in Match 106 of Season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League, concluding with a score of 47-31 at the Badminton Hall located in the Balewadi Sports Complex on Wednesday. The team was propelled by Ajit Chouhan’s Super 10, alongside Manjeet’s nine points and Amir Mohammad Zafardanesh’s eight-point performance, resulting in a 15-point victory that elevated them to second in the points table.

The contest had an electrifying start for U Mumba as they surged to a commanding 9-0 lead within the initial six minutes. Amirmohammad Zafardanesh and Ajit Chouhan launched an aggressive offensive, placing Tamil Thalaivas under significant pressure and quickly inflicting an All Out.

However, Tamil Thalaivas retaliated effectively after facing early adversity, with Moein Shafaghi generating momentum for his team. They managed to execute their own All Out, narrowing the score and making the match a tighter affair after a rapid beginning.

As the first half progressed, the two teams exchanged points until U Mumba regained control. The season two champions reestablished their dominance, executing another All Out and finishing the first half with a 22-14 advantage.

In the second half, Moein Shafaghi scored points during a crucial do-or-die raid, attempting to shift the momentum in favor of Tamil Thalaivas. Nevertheless, he fought a solitary battle as U Mumba maintained their eight-point lead as the match approached the final ten minutes.

With Ajit Chouhan and Manjeet continuing their exceptional raiding, and Amirmohammad Zafardanesh contributing effectively on both ends, U Mumba sustained their superiority. Ajit Chouhan completed his Super 10, further increasing their lead to 13 points with under five minutes remaining.

U Mumba executed a third ALL OUT against Tamil Thalaivas, confirming their victory as the match drew to a close. They relentlessly added to Tamil Thalaivas' woes, ultimately claiming a 15-point victory and securing their position in second place on the points table. Meanwhile, Tamil Thalaivas finds themselves in a precarious situation, needing to win all remaining matches to maintain any hope of playoff qualification.