The Jaipur Pink Panthers will carry winning momentum into their home leg in Jaipur after edging the Gujarat Giants in a tie-breaker Golden Raid at the Vishwanadh Sports Club on Tuesday. The two-time champions clinched a crucial tie-breaker win, with star raider Nitin Kumar scoring 15 points, before sealing the win in the Golden Raid.

Nitin said the win was the result of staying calm under pressure and trusting his preparation. “The coach told me to play freely and give my best. That’s exactly what I focused on, and it made all the difference,” he explained.

Head coach Narender Redhu praised his team’s discipline, particularly in neutralising the threat of their opponent's skipper, Mohammadreza Shadloui. “We had a clear plan and the boys stuck to it. Nitin executed perfectly, and that gave us the edge in a very tight contest,” he said.

Redhu also underlined the importance of giving opportunities to the team’s younger players. “Several of them are still adjusting to the pace of the league, but their effort and commitment have been outstanding. They’ve shown fight in every match, and that’s encouraging for the road ahead,” he noted.

Looking ahead to their home leg, Nitin said the Pink Panthers were eager to build on this momentum. “Winning in such a close game gives us confidence. Now we return to Jaipur, and playing in front of our fans will push us even harder,” he said.

Redhu echoed that sentiment, calling fan support vital. “This win sets us up well for the Jaipur leg. The energy of our supporters will be crucial, and we are determined to make them proud,” he added.

With two wins and two losses so far, the Pink Panthers will look to turn home advantage into a springboard for the rest of the season.

Please find below the previews for the PKL Season 12 matches on Wednesday, September 10:

U Mumba head into the clash in strong form, having won three of their four matches so far. Their raiding has been consistent through Ajit Chouhan, while the defensive pairing of Parvesh Bhainswal and Sunil Kumar has given them solidity at the back. Telugu Titans, meanwhile, have recovered from a slow start with back-to-back wins that have lifted them into the top four. This sets up a battle between U Mumba’s balance and depth against the Titans’ momentum and confidence.

UP Yoddhas have begun the season with two wins from three games, anchored by their defensive strength, with captain Sumit Sangwan leading the league in tackles and Gagan Gowda driving their raids. Puneri Paltan, second on the table with three wins in five matches, will be eager to respond after a heavy defeat to Patna Pirates. A win here could take Paltan to the top of the standings, while the Yoddhas will be looking to build on their solid start and turn consistency into momentum.

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