New Delhi, Oct 19 (NationPress) In a thrilling match that swung back and forth, the Telugu Titans demonstrated remarkable composure in the final moments to defeat the Gujarat Giants 30-25 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium on Sunday. Both teams exhibited equal prowess throughout the game, with Vijay Malik contributing 8 points and Bharat Hooda adding 7 points for the Titans, currently in third place.

The early minutes of the match featured a captivating exchange of points as both teams mirrored each other’s efforts. The Titans initiated the game with determination, driven by Vijay Malik, who played a critical role in both raids and tackles, while Bharat provided essential support in their offensive strategy.

On the other side, Rakesh excelled for the Giants, exploiting weaknesses in the Titans' defense to keep his team competitive. Lucky Sharma executed impressive tackles, effectively stalling the Titans' raiders and maintaining balance in the initial exchanges. At the 10-minute mark, the score was tied at 6-6.

The match continued to be closely contested as both teams exchanged leads. Vijay Malik maintained his impressive performance with swift footwork and strategic raids, including a pivotal do-or-die raid. Manjeet also found his stride, managing to breach the Giants’ defense to keep the scoreboard moving for the home team.

The Giants countered with strength, as Himanshu Singh and Rakesh executed timely raids to keep their side competitive, while Lucky Sharma and Mohammadreza Shadloui made crucial tackles to disrupt the Titans’ rhythm. Both teams demonstrated exceptional discipline in defense and efficiency in attack, resulting in a tense standoff at 11-11 after 20 minutes.

The intensity of the match remained high as the Titans and Giants continued to match each other's efforts. Bharat was pivotal in the Titans’ offensive maneuvers, executing critical raids, including a do-or-die effort, while defender Ankit made vital tackles that prevented the Giants from gaining momentum.

However, the Giants matched the Titans' resilience. Himanshu Singh showed consistency in attack, while Lucky Sharma was instrumental in containing Bharat and Manjeet. Substitute Visvanth V made a timely do-or-die raid, ensuring the Giants remained in contention. As the clock hit 30 minutes, the score was tied at 17-17.

The pivotal moment arrived when the Titans’ defense, spearheaded by Ajit Pawar and Avi Duhan, executed a superb collective effort to inflict an ALL OUT on the Giants, shifting the momentum decisively in their favor. Bharat continued to shine on offense, completing another do-or-die raid, while Vijay Malik added crucial points to the tally.

Despite efforts from Himanshu Singh and Rakesh, the Giants found it challenging to penetrate the disciplined Titans defense that tightened when it mattered most. Ultimately, the Telugu Titans’ poise and comprehensive execution led them to victory, finishing with a five-point lead.