PKL 2023 : Jaipur Pink Panthers shock Patna Pirates with a close win in Match 27

January 7, 2024
3:18 AM

Match – 27 : Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Patna Pirates

Match Date : 17-Dec-2023

Venue : Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Pune

Result: (Patna Pirates) 28 – 29 (Jaipur Pink Panthers)

PKL 2023 - Match 27- Top Performers

Patna Pirates:

Best Raider : Vinay (15 raid points)
Best Defender : Rahul Sethpal (6 tackle points)

Jaipur Pink Panthers:

Best Raider : Aslam Inamdar (8 raid points)
Best Defender : Abinesh Nadarajan (3 tackle points)

PKL 2023 - Match 27 - Jaipur Pink Panthers Secure Thrilling Victory After Remarkable Comeback

In a captivating face-off during Pro Kabaddi League Season 10, the Patna Pirates initially dominated, amassing an eight-point lead in the first half. However, the Jaipur Pink Panthers orchestrated a spectacular comeback in the second half, ultimately sealing a breathtaking 29-28 triumph on Sunday. The standout performer of the night was V Ajith Kumar, the Panther’s raider, amassing an impressive 14 raid points and securing two crucial tackle points.

Image below: High flying performance by Jaipur Pink Panthers

First-Half Surge by Patna Pirates - Sachin's Early Impact

Initiating the action, Sachin executed a strategic raid, while Ankit contributed a well-timed tackle point, propelling the Pirates to a 2-0 lead by the 5th minute. Subsequent exchanges of empty raids were followed by Ankit’s successful tackle on Bhavani Rajput, complemented by Sandeep Kumar’s decisive Do-or-Die raid, establishing a commendable 6-1 lead by the 10th minute. The Pirates further solidified their position by inflicting the first All-Out of the match.

Sajin Chandrasekar's All-Round Brilliance

All-rounder Sajin Chandrasekar elevated his game, playing a pivotal role as the Pirates surged to a commanding 13-3 lead by the 13th minute. Arjun Deshwal’s brilliant raid managed to eliminate Krishan and Sajin Chandrasekar, yet the Pirates retained the advantage at 14-7 by the 18th minute. Despite Deshwal’s attempts to bridge the gap, the Pirates’ defensive unit showcased top-tier form. Sachin’s successful raid in the 19th minute extended the Pirates’ lead to 16-8 at halftime.

Jaipur Pink Panthers' Resilient Fightback - Sandeep Kumar's Initial Second-Half Raids

Sandeep Kumar initiated impactful raids in the early stages of the second half, allowing the Pirates to maintain momentum with an 18-10 lead by the 24th minute. A brilliant raid by Sachin further reduced the Panthers to just two players on the mat in the 26th minute. V Ajith Kumar’s strategic raid took out Ankit and Sandeep Kumar, recording a Super Raid, but the Pirates maintained their lead at 22-15 by the 29th minute.

V Ajith Kumar's Heroic Contributions

V Ajith Kumar showcased his prowess, contributing both a tackle and raid point, narrowing the score to 18-22 by the 31st minute. Ankush’s pivotal tackle on Sandeep Kumar, followed by an All-Out, leveled the scores at 24-24. The match entered a nail-biting phase, with both teams deadlocked at 26-26 with only 90 seconds left.

𝘼𝙟𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙠𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙤: 𝙋𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩 𝙥𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩, 𝙥𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩 𝙥𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩 🩷#JPP #PATvJPP #PKLSeason10 #RoarforPanthers #Kabaddi pic.twitter.com/10SBUoZWsA
— Jaipur Pink Panthers (@JaipurPanthers) December 17, 2023

Game-Changing Raid by V Ajith Kumar

In a decisive move, V Ajith Kumar executed a brilliant raid, eliminating Neeraj Kumar and Sajin Chandrasekar, securing a three-point lead at 29-26. Bhavani Rajput tactfully ran down the clock in the final raid, ensuring Jaipur Pink Panthers clinched a sensational one-point victory.

This enthralling clash not only showcased the unpredictability of kabaddi but also highlighted the Jaipur Pink Panthers’ resilience and strategic brilliance in their stunning comeback, making this match a memorable chapter in PKL Season 10.