Patna Pirates thrash U Mumba, move one step closer to playoffs

Patna Pirates put on a masterclass against U Mumba to register a 44-23 victory and inch closer to a Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 playoffs spot on Saturday. The Pirates moved to fourth spot in the standings after the victory.

Babu M tackled Amirmohammad Zafardanesh and reduced U Mumba to just two members on the mat in the 14th minute. The Pirates rode on the momentum and inflicted an All-Out soon after to take a big lead at 15-8. Sudhakar continued to showcase his brilliance as the Pirates kept forging ahead. The two teams went into the break with the Patna side leading at 19-10.

Krishan picked up a couple of tackle points in the opening minutes of the second half as the Pirates continued to dominate the match at 21-13. Sachin effected a magnificent raid and reduced the Mumbai side to just three members on the mat in the 28th minute. The Pirates inflicted another All-Out in the 35th minute and extended their lead further at 33-19.

The Pirates continued to put relentless pressure on their opponents for the rest of the match and eventually wrapped up a comprehensive victory.

Top Performers

Patna Pirates

Best Raider - Sachin (9 raid points)

Best Defender - Krishan (8 tackle points)

U Mumba

Best Raider - Amirmohammad Zafardanesh (12 raid points)

Best Defender - Gokulakannan M (3 tackle points)

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