The PKL 12 caravan reaches Chennai with ‘Revenge Week’ set to light up the mat. High-stakes clashes will shape the playoff picture in the coming days.
No handshakes as Delhi edge Haryana in 1-Second controversy
In one of the most dramatic finishes of PKL Season 12, Dabang Delhi edged past Haryana Steelers 38-37 in a thriller that ended in controversy.
With one second still left on the clock, after Ashish’s quick raid, Haryana were denied a final raid that could have potentially inflicted an all-out and flipped the result.
The referees’ decision sparked outrage, and in protest, Haryana players refused the customary post-match handshakes.
Manpreet Singh becomes first coach to Win 100 PKL matches
Manpreet Singh has etched his name in the history books by becoming the first-ever coach to secure 100 wins in the Pro Kabaddi League. The landmark moment came when his side, Haryana Steelers, pulled off a thrilling 38-36 victory over Tamil Thalaivas in Jaipur.
Known for his tactical sharpness and ability to get the best out of players, Manpreet has been a pivotal figure in PKL since its early seasons. This achievement not only highlights his longevity and consistency but also sets a new benchmark for coaches in the league.
Patna Pirates hand Dabang Delhi their first defeat
Dabang Delhi who had been unbeaten until this clash, saw their winning streak end as the Patna Pirates’ late surge turned the game on its head.
The match was decided in the final moments when super-sub Ankit Rana executed a sensational last-raid all-out, completing a stunning comeback for Patna.
The El Clasico of PKL lives up to all expectations
The El Clásico of PKL did not disappoint as Jaipur Pink Panthers and U Mumba battled to a 38–38 draw, forcing a tie-breaker.
Nitin Kumar starred for Jaipur with a Super 10, driving a spectacular comeback after U Mumba had taken the lead with crucial all-outs.
In the tie-breaker, Jaipur held their nerve to secure a 6–4 win, with Nitin Kumar’s brilliance proving decisive in the thrilling finish.
The Chennai leg of PKL 12 starts
After the successful Vizag and Jaipur legs, PKL 12 moved to Chennai. The leg is scheduled from September 29 to October 10, featuring multiple high-stakes matches across all 12 teams.
Speaking about PKL’s return to Chennai, Mr. Anupam Goswami, Business Head, Mashal Sports and League Chairman, said, “We are thrilled to bring the Pro Kabaddi League back to Chennai after two years. Tamil Nadu has always been one of the great kabaddi geographies of India, with a deep cultural and regional connection to the sport.”
Pink Panthers’ mammoth 17 points in the final quarter
Jaipur Pink Panthers completed a remarkable turnaround to clinch a thrilling 37-36 victory against Haryana Steelers. The Steelers had a lead of ten points at one stage, but the Narender Redhu-led Pink Panthers roared back to register 17 points in the final quarter to win the match.
The tussle was extreme in the final 10-minutes when the Steelers were clinging on with the score at 30-26. Sahil Satpal, with a two-point raid with under a minute to go, cut the deficit down to a point.
The Steelers were trying to kill the remaining time but Nitin Rawal executed an ALL OUT on the defending champions to give them a one-point lead.
In the final raid of the game, Vinay managed to register a bonus point before being tackled by Deepanshu to give the two-time champions a thrilling comeback win in the final minute of the match.
Puneri Paltan moves to the top of the points table
Puneri Paltan and Bengaluru Bulls played their second tiebreaker after the two sides were locked at 29-29. However, the Paltan held their composure in the tie-breaker to defeat the Bulls 6-4.
Pankaj Mohite and Aditya Shinde set the tone with early raids, while Gaurav Khatri and Abinesh Nadarajan kept the defense tight. This was the second time that the Paltan beat the Bulls in a tie-breaker in PKL Season 12 that took them to the top of the points table.
