Most Raid Points Scored in a Match in PKL Season 12: Top 5 Raiders

Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 delivered one of the most electrifying raiding spectacles the tournament has ever witnessed. With power-packed line-ups, high-octane encounters, and raiders at the peak of their game, several standout performances lit up the mat in 2025. Among all the raiders across the season, five names rose above the rest when it came to amassing raid points in a single match. This article takes a deep dive into the top 5 players who scored the most raid points in a match during PKL Season 12 - a list that is a testament to individual brilliance, relentless aggression, and match-winning instincts.

1. Ayan (Patna Pirates) - 27 Raid Points

Topping this exclusive list is Ayan of Patna Pirates, who put in the single most dominant raiding performance of PKL Season 12. In Match 91 between Bengal Warriorz and Patna Pirates, Ayan was virtually unstoppable, amassing a staggering 27 raid points from 29 raid attempts - a strike rate of 93.10%. His clinical execution against a seasoned Bengal Warriorz defence made this one of the finest individual raiding exhibitions in recent PKL history. The match was a testament to Ayan’s confidence, athleticism, and composure under pressure, cementing his reputation as one of the most lethal raiders in the country. His ability to read the defensive setup and exploit gaps with both speed and guile made him virtually impossible to contain on the night.

2. Arjun Deshwal (Tamil Thalaivas) - 26 Raid Points

A name synonymous with raiding excellence in the PKL, Arjun Deshwal brought his trademark flair to Tamil Thalaivas colours in Season 12. His best performance of the season came in Match 69 between Patna Pirates and Tamil Thalaivas, where he recorded 26 raid points from 28 attempts at an impressive strike rate of 92.86%. Deshwal’s combination of agility, sharp reflexes, and tactical intelligence made him a nightmare for any defence. The experienced campaigner was consistently among the top scorers throughout the tournament, and this particular outing against his former side’s rivals highlighted just how devastating he can be when in full flow. His performance in this match is one that fans and analysts will recall as a defining chapter of PKL 12.

3. Devank (Bengal Warriorz) - 25 Raid Points (Achieved Three Times)

What makes Devank’s entry on this list truly special is not just the number he achieved, but the sheer consistency with which he reached it. The Bengal Warriorz raider scored 25 raid points in a single match on three separate occasions across PKL Season 12 - a feat that underscores his remarkable reliability and class at the highest level.

Devank first hit the 25-point mark in Match 56 against Puneri Paltan, scoring 25 raid points from 29 attempts at a strike rate of 86.21%. He then replicated this effort in Match 64 against Gujarat Giants, again scoring 25 points - this time from 26 raids at an outstanding strike rate of 96.15%. And in Match 91 against Patna Pirates, he once again touched 25 raid points from 26 attempts, maintaining that same stellar 96.15% strike rate. Scoring at this level consistently throughout a season is a rare achievement, and Devank’s triple 25-point haul makes him arguably the most consistent single-match performer among the top raiders of Season 12. His technical soundness, explosive starts, and ability to execute under pressure make him one of the most complete raiders in the PKL.

4. Ashu Malik (Dabang Delhi K.C.) - 23 Raid Points

Ashu Malik has long been considered one of the most explosive raiders in domestic kabaddi, and PKL Season 12 saw him continue to assert that status in Dabang Delhi K.C.’s colours. His peak single-match performance came in Match 50 against U Mumba, where he racked up an impressive 23 raid points from just 24 attempts, maintaining a phenomenal strike rate of 95.83%. Ashu’s raiding style is characterised by rapid, direct attacks, an ability to escape even the tightest defensive holds, and a calmness that belies his young age. His performance against U Mumba was a masterclass in efficient raiding - making almost every raid count, giving the opposition little room to breathe, and steering his team forward with authority. For Dabang Delhi K.C., Ashu Malik was not just a scorer; he was an inspiration.

5. Bharat (Telugu Titans) - 23 Raid Points (Achieved Twice)

Completing this prestigious top five is Bharat of Telugu Titans, who matched Ashu Malik’s tally but did so on two separate occasions during the season. Bharat’s consistency as a high-impact raider was on full display in PKL Season 12, particularly during the high-stakes playoff stage of the tournament.

His first 23-point performance came in Eliminator 3 against Patna Pirates, where he scored 23 raid points from 26 attempts at an 88.46% strike rate. He then repeated the feat in Qualifier 2 against Puneri Paltan, scoring another 23 raid points from only 22 attempts - with a stunning strike rate of 104.55%, which means he was scoring on average more than a point per raid. The fact that Bharat delivered these performances in do-or-die playoff matches speaks volumes about his big-match temperament. For a Telugu Titans side fighting for survival at the business end of the season, Bharat was nothing short of their raiding lifeline - an absolute warrior who rose to the occasion when it mattered the most.

Conclusion

PKL Season 12 will be remembered as a season that showcased raiding talent at its very finest. Whether it was Ayan’s record-breaking 27-point night for Patna Pirates, the seasoned brilliance of Arjun Deshwal in Thalaivas colours, Devank’s unmatched consistency in achieving 25-point hauls three times over for Bengal Warriorz, Ashu Malik’s clinical efficiency for Dabang Delhi K.C., or Bharat’s clutch performances in the playoffs for Telugu Titans - each of these five players delivered performances that transcended individual matches and became defining stories of the entire season. For fans of kabaddi and for those wanting to track the pulse of the Pro Kabaddi League, these are the raiders who made Season 12 truly unforgettable.

Follow Pro Kabaddi on Instagram, Facebook, X & YouTube for all the latest updates!