PKL 2023 : Gujarat Giants maintain supremacy with a close win against U Mumba in Match 7
- December 8, 2023
- 2:17 AM
Match – 7 : Gujarat Giants vs U Muma
Match Date : 5-Dec-2023
Venue : EKA Arena by TransStadia, Ahmedabad
Result: (Gujarat Giants) 39 – 37 (U Mumba)
PKL 2023 - Match 7 - Top Performers
Gujarat Giants
- Best Raider: Sonu (11 raid points)
- Best Defender: Fazel Atrachali (4 tackle points)
- Best Raider: Guman Singh (10 raid points)
- Best Defender: Mahender Singh (5 tackle points)
Sonu bags both the honours tonight 💥@Dream11 Gamechanger of the match ➡️ Sonu Jaglan
— ProKabaddi (@ProKabaddi) December 5, 2023
ACC Moment of the Match ➡️ Sonu Jaglan #ProKabaddi #PKLSeason10 #HarSaansMeinKabaddi #GGvMUM pic.twitter.com/inEcsTChpR
PKL 2023 - Match 7 - Sonu's Heroics Lead Gujarat Giants to Victory Over U Mumba
In a spectacular clash at the EKA Arena by TransStadia, Sonu emerged as the star performer for Gujarat Giants, guiding them to an impressive 39-37 triumph over U Mumba. Notably, this significant win coincided with Fazel Atrachali’s 100th game as captain, adding an extra layer of celebration for the Giants.
PKL 2023 - Match 7 - Early Exchanges and U Mumba's Initial Lead
The opening minutes of the match witnessed a seesaw battle as the teams traded the lead. A pivotal two-point raid from Guman Singh propelled U Mumba to a 7-5 lead in the 5th minute, setting the tone for an intense encounter.
Guman is flying high! ✈️
— U Mumba (@umumba) December 5, 2023
A Super 🔟 performance by him!@RonnieScrewvala | @suhailchandhok | #GGvMUM | #UMumba | #आमचीMumba | #આપણુંMumba pic.twitter.com/rjeDLnik7x
PKL 2023 - Match 7 - Sonu's Impact and Giants' Resilience
In the 7th minute, Gujarat Giants strategically introduced Sonu, their trump card. Despite an initial setback, Rakesh’s bonus point and running hand touch on Rinku Singh tilted the balance, giving the Giants a slender lead at 10-9. However, a remarkable Super Tackle from Mahender Singh swung U Mumba back into the lead at 12-10.
PKL 2023 - Match 7 - Fazel Atrachali's Magic Moments
With five minutes left in the first half, Fazel Atrachali showcased brilliance by executing a successful raid against rival captain Surinder Singh and following it up with a Super Tackle. These moments turned the tide, bringing the Giants back into contention at 16-18.
PKL 2023 - Match 7 - Sonu's Second-Half Domination
Sonu’s impactful raid early in the second half leveled the scores, and from there, there was no looking back. Sonu’s two crucial points against Rinku Singh and Mahender reduced U Mumba to one man on the mat, leading to an inevitable All-Out. The Giants surged to a commanding 30-22 lead by the 30-minute mark.
PKL 2023 - Match 7 - U Mumba's Fightback and Sonu's Grand Finale
Despite Guman Singh’s valiant efforts, U Mumba fell behind at 30-34. In a stunning turn of events, Iranian all-rounder Amirmohammad Zafardanesh and Pranay Rane’s quick raids brought U Mumba within striking distance at 30-34. Zafardanesh’s All-Out leveled the game, but Sonu stole the show with a remarkable three-point Super Raid in the final minute, securing the Giants’ third successive win and marking his third consecutive Super 10.
Below: PKL posted about the breath-taking Match-7
A narrow defeat in Ahmedabad but a great game of Kabaddi between the two sides! 🤝#Mumboys fought till the very last raid 👊🧡@RonnieScrewvala | @suhailchandhok | #GGvMUM | #UMumba | #आमचीMumba | #આપણુંMumba pic.twitter.com/olCGEDC0Xa
— U Mumba (@umumba) December 5, 2023
PKL 2023 - Where to watch
Catch all the live action from Pro Kabaddi Season 10 on the Star Sports Network and the Disney+ Hotstar mobile app.
PKL 2023 - Points Table (after Match-7)
Gujarat Giants is leading the table with 3 out of 3 wins.
Below: PKL 2023 Points Table
Gujarat Giants win three in a row to keep hold of 🔝 spot 💥
— ProKabaddi (@ProKabaddi) December 5, 2023
Here's how the #PKLSeason10 points table looks like after Match 7️⃣
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