New Delhi, Oct 22 (NationPress) The Haryana Steelers showcased a remarkable performance to conquer the Telugu Titans with a score of 45–34 in a Season 12 match of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday.

The Steelers commenced the match energetically, with Shivam Patare playing a pivotal role in the initial stages by executing precise raids and acquiring quick points. As the game unfolded, Vinay took control of the offensive strategy, while the defensive unit remained robust, consistently halting the Titans’ attempts to rebound. The Haryana Steelers kicked off the match with a strong start, securing the first point through an exceptional tackle by Hardeep, taking an early lead. They quickly added another point by claiming a bonus in the following raid, applying pressure on the Telugu Titans.

Nevertheless, the Titans responded swiftly, marking their presence on the scoreboard through a successful raid by Bharat. This point instilled momentum, and the Titans soon began to dominate the match with a strong all-around performance. Within the first five minutes, they had taken command of the match with a 6-4 lead.

The Titans kept pushing hard and dealt a significant blow by executing an All Out, which expanded their lead to six points. However, the Haryana Steelers refused to surrender. Shivam Patare spearheaded the comeback with clever and effective raids, helping reduce the gap to 10-8.

As the first half progressed, the Steelers tightened their defence and maintained pressure on the Titans, narrowing the deficit to just one point at 11-10 when the Strategic Time Out was called.

When play resumed, the Haryana Steelers emerged with great determination and quickly turned the match around by inflicting an All Out on the Telugu Titans. This brilliant effort allowed them to secure a narrow 14–13 lead.

The contest remained closely contested, with both teams trading points consistently through a mix of sharp raids and solid tackles. By the end of the first half, the Steelers held a slim edge with a 21–20 lead. During this phase, Bharat was the standout performer for the Telugu Titans, completing his Super 10 with a series of smart and confident raids.

The second half commenced with both teams exhibiting great intensity, matching each other point for point and refusing to yield. The contest remained tight until Mayank Saini executed a brilliant two-point raid, providing the Haryana Steelers with a much-needed cushion.

This raid shifted the momentum firmly in the Steelers’ favour as they continued to excel both in attack and defence. Their comprehensive effort soon bore fruit when they inflicted another All Out on the Telugu Titans, further extending their lead. By the time the Strategic Time Out was taken in the second half, the Haryana Steelers were firmly in control with a 34–26 lead.

After the game resumed, both teams continued to trade points, but the Haryana Steelers managed to sustain the momentum on their side. Vinay was in top form as he completed his Super 10, contributing valuable points for his team. The Steelers’ dominance only intensified as they inflicted another All Out, extending their lead to 43–29 and putting the result beyond doubt.

Maintaining their composure and control until the end, the Haryana Steelers concluded the game with a decisive victory by a substantial margin, showcasing their all-round strength and consistency.