PKL 2023 : Bengaluru Bulls dominate UP Yoddhas in a close win in match 19

December 18, 2023
8:40 PM

Match – 19 : Bengaluru Bulls vs U.P. Yoddhas

Match Date : 11-Dec-2023

Venue : Shree Kanteerava Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru

Result: (Bengaluru Bulls) 38 – 36 (U.P. Yoddhas)

PKL 2023 - Match 19- Top Performers

U.P. Yoddhas:

Best Raider – Pardeep Narwal (13 raid points)
Best Defender – Gurdeep (3 tackle points)

Bengaluru Bulls:

Best Raider – Vikash Kandola (11 raid points)
Best Defender – Saurabh Nandal (4 tackle points)

Image below: Bharat awarded the Emerging Player to the Day

PKL 2023 - Match 19- Electrifying Victory in Home Opener

In a pulsating encounter witnessed by a passionate home crowd, the Bengaluru Bulls secured a spectacular win in their inaugural match of Pro Kabaddi League Season 10. The clash took place at the iconic Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday, with the Bulls edging out the UP Yoddhas in a nail-biting contest, concluding with a scoreline of 38-36.

PKL 2023 - Match 19 - Dynamic Duo: Kandola and Bharat Shine

Noteworthy performances by star players Vikash Kandola and Bharat played a pivotal role in the Bulls’ triumph. Both recording an impressive 11 points each, it was Kandola’s inspired first half that became the catalyst for the Bulls’ resurgence in the current season.

PKL 2023 - Match 19 - Super-Start: Narwal's Early Dominance

The game kicked off with a deliberate and cautious pace, lasting for the initial four minutes. However, the momentum shifted dramatically when Pardeep Narwal executed a Super-Raid, propelling the Yoddhas into a 4-1 lead. Within minutes, the Bulls found themselves on the back foot, with Vikash Kandola being the last man standing. Faced with the looming threat of an All-Out, Kandola exhibited exceptional skills, producing a game-changing Super-Raid to rescue his team and narrow the deficit to a mere two points.

PKL 2023 - Match 19 - Tactical Turnaround: Monu's Super-Tackle and Bulls' Command

The turning point arrived shortly after, with Monu’s brilliant Super-Tackle eliminating Narwal and dismantling the Yoddhas’ supremacy. The Bulls capitalized on this momentum, inflicting the first All-Out of the game and entering halftime with a commanding seven-point lead.

PKL 2023 - Match 19 - Unyielding Bulls: Second-Half Dominance

Despite the UP Yoddhas finding their rhythm in the second half, the Bengaluru Bulls, fueled by the fervent support of the home crowd, ensured there were no lapses. A second All-Out, strategically deployed midway through the second half, extended the Bulls’ lead to 29-21. A remarkable Super-Raid by Hooda further solidified their advantage, leaving the Yoddhas chasing shadows.

PKL 2023 - Match 19 - Last-Minute Intensity: Yoddhas' All-Out and Bulls' Strategic Win

In the last two minutes of the game, the Yoddhas staged a remarkable comeback through an All-Out with just 40 seconds left on the clock. However, Bharat exhibited strategic brilliance, patiently waiting on the edge of the line and ensuring that the Bulls clinched a thrilling victory, much to the delight of the home fans.

Pardeep Narwal = Yoddha mode 🔛#ProKabaddi #PKL #PKLSeason10 #HarSaansMeinKabaddi #BLRvUP #BengaluruBulls #UPYoddhas pic.twitter.com/XfdduIViWn
— ProKabaddi (@ProKabaddi) December 11, 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 - Match Highlights - Bengaluru Bulls v/s U.P. Yoddhas

PKL 2023 - Points Table (after Match-19)

Gujarat Giants is still leading the table with 3 wins out of their 4 matches.
Bengaluru Bulls get their first win moving up to 7th position.
UP Yoddhas have slipped to 3rd place.

Below: PKL 2023 Points Table

Bulls and Panthers climb 🆙 the ladder 🔥💪

Check out the standings at the end of Match 1️⃣9️⃣ 👉 Visit https://t.co/cfORnVakqn or the Pro Kabaddi Official App to check out more stats!#ProKabaddi #PKL #PKLSeason10 #HarSaansMeinKabaddi #JPPvGG #BLRvUP pic.twitter.com/v1XvHPvTcL
— ProKabaddi (@ProKabaddi) December 11, 2023