In a high-stakes battle, table-toppers Puneri Paltan are set to lock horns with the three-time champions Patna Pirates in Semi-Final 1 of Pro Kabaddi League Season 10. The anticipation is palpable as these two formidable teams prepare to face off in a bid to secure a spot in the ultimate showdown.
Momentum
Puneri Paltan enters the semi-final clash riding the wave of victory, having triumphed over U.P. Yoddhas with a nail-biting scoreline of 40-38 on February 21. This win marked their 17th victory in the current season, showcasing their dominance in the league.
On the flip side, Patna Pirates secured their berth in the semi-finals after a thrilling win against Dabang Delhi K.C., edging past with a score of 37-35 in Eliminator 1 on February 26, indicating their resilience and determination.
Head-to-Head Battle
The history between Puneri Paltan and Patna Pirates spans 21 encounters in the Pro Kabaddi League. Patna Pirates holds the edge in their head-to-head record, emerging victorious 13 times, while Puneri Paltan managed to clinch victory on 4 occasions. Additionally, four matches between these titans ended in draws. In their most recent encounter in Season 10, the match concluded in a thrilling 32-32 tie, setting the stage for another intense showdown.
Season Standings
With an impressive record of 17 wins, 2 losses, and 3 ties, Puneri Paltan asserted their dominance to finish atop the PKL 10 points table, accumulating a total of 96 points. On the other hand, Patna Pirates secured the sixth position with 11 wins, 8 losses, and 3 ties, garnering a total of 69 points, highlighting the competitive nature of the league.
Key Players
Puneri Paltan’s raiding department is spearheaded by Mohit Goyat, who amassed 114 raid points in 20 matches, while Mohammadreza Chiyaneh leads their defensive lineup with 92 tackle points in 22 matches. Meanwhile, for Patna Pirates, Sachin emerged as the top raider with 166 raid points in 21 matches, supported by Krishan in defense with 76 tackle points in 23 matches.
Milestones
As the semi-final approaches, several players are on the verge of achieving significant milestones. Patna Pirates’ Sudhakar M is just 1 raid point away from reaching 100 raid points in the Pro Kabaddi League, while Mohit Goyat from Puneri Paltan is poised to reach 400 raid points in his PKL career with just 7 raid points needed. Additionally, Sanket Sawant from Puneri Paltan requires 9 more tackle points to join the 100 tackle points club in PKL.
Catch Action LIVE
Don’t miss out on the adrenaline-pumping action from Pro Kabaddi Season 10! Tune in to the Star Sports Network or stream it for free on the Disney+ Hotstar mobile app to witness the epic semi-final clash between Puneri Paltan and Patna Pirates.
