PKL 2023 : Bengal Warriors dominate Tamil Thalaivas in match 16

December 16, 2023
9:40 PM

Match – 16 : Bengal Warriors vs Tamil Thalaivas

Match Date : 10-Dec-2023

Venue : Shree Kanteerava Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru

Result: (Bengal Warriors) 48- 38 (Tamil Thalaivas)

PKL 2023 - Match 16- Top Performers

Bengal Warriors:

Best Raider – Maninder Singh (16 raid points)
Best Defender – Shubham Shinde (11 tackle points)

Tamil Thalaivas:

Best Raider – Narender (11 raid points)
Best Defender – Sahil Gulia (3 tackle points)

PKL 2023 - Match 16 - Bengal Warriors Stage Thrilling Comeback to Defeat Tamil Thalaivas - Captain Maninder Singh Shines in a 48-38 Triumph

In an electrifying clash at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday, the Bengal Warriors scripted a remarkable comeback to secure a decisive victory against Tamil Thalaivas in Pro Kabaddi League Season 10. Captain Maninder Singh’s stellar performance, amassing an impressive 16 points, played a pivotal role in the Warriors’ 48-38 win.

Video: Maninder Singh raids against Bengal Warriors

PKL 2023 - Match 16 - Bengal Warriors Take Early Lead

The Bengal Warriors showcased early dominance, executing effective tackles to secure a lead of 6-3 against Tamil Thalaivas in the 3rd minute. The team continued to exert pressure, leading to an All-Out in the 7th minute and extending their advantage. Notably, Narender’s tackles on Shrikant Jadhav and Nitin Singh’s strategic raid narrowed the gap, reducing the Warriors to just two members on the mat.

Video below: Kabaddi Titans face-off

PKL 2023 - Match 16 - Tamil Thalaivas Turn the Tide

The Thalaivas capitalized on their momentum, inflicting an All-Out and seizing the lead at 18-17 in the 15th minute. Both teams engaged in a seesaw battle, trading leads until the Thalaivas executed another ALL OUT, establishing a decent lead at 27-21 just before halftime.

PKL 2023 - Match 16 - Warriors Make a Resilient Comeback

The opening minutes of the second half witnessed a defensive showdown as Tamil Thalaivas led comfortably at 29-23. However, Bengal Warriors’ Captain Maninder Singh executed a Super Raid, narrowing the gap to 26-29. In a pivotal moment, the Warriors inflicted an All-Out in the 29th minute, reclaiming the lead at 31-29.

PKL 2023 - Match 16 - Maninder Singh Leads Warriors to Victory

Maninder Singh continued to accumulate raid points, guiding his team to another All-Out in the 35th minute and establishing a substantial lead at 41-33. The Bengal side ensured they remained in control for the rest of the game, ultimately securing a commanding 10-point victory.

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.

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PKL 2023 - Points Table (after Match-17)

Gujarat Giants is still leading the table with 3 wins out of their 4 matches.
Bengal Warriors are not behind, as they are sniffing in the ears of Gujarat Giants with 2nd position.
UP Yoddhas have slipped to 3rd place.

Below: PKL 2023 Points Table