Did Aditya’s Super 10 Propel Puneri Paltan to Victory Against Pink Panthers?

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Key Takeaways
- Puneri Paltan showcased excellent raiding and defense.
- Aditya Shinde and Ali Samadi delivered standout performances.
- The match featured two All Outs by Puneri Paltan.
- Second half comeback by Pink Panthers was notable.
- Defensive tactics played a crucial role in the outcome.
Chennai, Oct 4 (NationPress) In an exciting clash, Puneri Paltan triumphed over the Jaipur Pink Panthers with a nail-biting score of 41-36 during Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.
Aditya Shinde delivered a commendable Super 10, while his teammates Pankaj Mohite and Mohit Goyat contributed significantly with 8 and 7 points respectively to secure the win. On the opposing side, Ali Samadi shone brightly, marking an outstanding performance as the best overseas player in the PKL with an impressive 22 points.
The match kicked off with both teams eager to take the lead. Pankaj Mohite initiated the scoring for the Season 10 champions, mirrored by Sahil for the Pink Panthers. Early exchanges saw Aditya Shinde and Ali Samadi trading points as neither team could establish dominance.
However, Puneri Paltan quickly found their rhythm, led by their raiders. Vishal Bhardwaj executed the first tackle, granting a two-point lead to his side, which set the tone for their growing dominance. Aditya Shinde's All Out led to a 12-6 advantage before Pankaj’s two-point raid extended the lead to eight points by the end of the first quarter.
Aryan Kumar's tackle kept the Pink Panthers’ scoreboard active alongside Ali Samadi, but the Paltan's defenders, spearheaded by Vishal Bhardwaj, remained formidable. Pankaj Mohite added to the score with a successful Do-Or-Die Raid, followed by a multi-point raid, widening their lead to eleven points.
Mohit Goyat also began contributing to the Paltan's score, while Vishal's third tackle resulted in a second All Out for the Pink Panthers. By halftime, Puneri Paltan was firmly in control at 25-12.
The second half saw a resurgence from the Pink Panthers, thanks to their Iranian duo. Ali Samadi provided a much-needed boost with a Super Raid and followed it by completing his Super 10 with a two-point raid.
His teammate, Reza Mirbagheri, facilitated the Pink Panthers' first All Out, narrowing the gap to three points. However, Puneri Paltan responded with Aditya Shinde completing his Super 10, restoring a five-point lead with less than ten minutes remaining.
Ali Samadi continued to apply pressure, reducing the lead to three points once again. The excellence of the Iranian raiders, combined with a tackle by Aashish Kumar, brought the score to 33-33 in the final minutes.
As the match reached a thrilling conclusion, Puneri Paltan demonstrated why they are regarded as a top defensive unit. Dadaso Pujari executed a crucial Super Tackle on Ali Samadi, followed by another Super Tackle from Mohit Goyat, allowing Ajay Thakur’s team to regain a five-point cushion with under a minute left.
A final tackle and a swift raid by Ali Samadi offered the Pink Panthers a flicker of hope, but Mohit Goyat sealed the deal with a multi-point raid, ensuring a 41-36 victory for Puneri Paltan.