The U.P. Yoddhas successfully ended their four-match winless run with a narrow 34-33 victory against the Bengaluru Bulls at the Noida Indoor Stadium in a thrilling Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 match on Friday. Pardeep Narwal emerged as the hero for the home team, scoring 10 points, which proved crucial in a tightly contested game.
Initially, the Yoddhas' hopes for a turnaround on their home turf seemed doubtful. The team's star player, Pardeep Narwal, experienced a challenging start, only managing to score his first point on his ninth raid of the night. The Bulls, however, were not without their struggles. Both teams faced difficulties, particularly during the Do-or-Die raids in the middle of the first half, which highlighted their vulnerabilities.
The momentum of the game shifted dramatically in the final minute of the first half. Narwal regained his form, executing two successful raids in quick succession. This impressive performance by Narwal brought the Bulls down to just one player as the halftime whistle blew.
The second half saw the Yoddhas gaining control early on, achieving the first All Out and establishing an 18-14 lead. However, the Bulls showed resilience, continually challenging the Yoddhas and ensuring the lead remained narrow. The game saw a head-to-head battle with each raid met by an equally strong response and smarter tackles. Notably, Saurabh Nandal stood out in the Bulls’ defense with an exceptional four successful tackles out of five attempts as the match approached its final five minutes.
The Yoddhas managed to inflict a second All Out on the Bulls, stretching their lead to 33-26 with just three minutes left on the clock. In the closing stages, Narwal secured a Super 10, but the Bulls were determined not to go down without a fight. They came perilously close to executing an All Out in the final moments. However, their player Sushil fell short of removing both Yoddhas players, leaving the Bulls trailing by a single point at the end of the match.
This victory for the U.P. Yoddhas, driven by Narwal's standout performance and the team's resilience, marked a significant turn in their season, showcasing the unpredictability and excitement of the Pro Kabaddi League.
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