On matchday 34 of the Pro Kabaddi League, Bhavani Rajput led Tamil Thalaivas to a close win against UP Yoddhas with his superb performance, securing a super 10 and taking out key players Sourabh Fagare and Abhishek Manokaran. The tense match ended with a final score of Tamil Thalaivas 34 - UP Yoddhas 32, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats. Don't miss the action on Sportstar's live updates!
Pro Kabaddi: Tamil Thalaivas Edge Past UP Yoddhas in Thrilling Encounter
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) continues to captivate audiences with its intense matches and the emergence of young stars. On matchday 34, Tamil Thalaivas recorded a thrilling 34-32 victory over UP Yoddhas, courtesy of a brilliant performance by raider Bhavani Rajput.
Match Summary
The encounter was a closely contested affair from the outset. Tamil Thalaivas started the match on a strong note, but UP Yoddhas fought back with a series of raids. Rajput was a key figure for Thalaivas, scoring an impressive super 10 and taking out crucial Yoddhas defenders Sourabh Fagare and Abhishek Manokaran.
Yoddhas' top raider Pardeep Narwal was not at his usual best and managed just six points. This allowed Thalaivas to maintain a slender lead throughout the match. In the end, it was Rajput's heroics that sealed the victory for Thalaivas.
Background
Tamil Thalaivas and UP Yoddhas are two of the newer franchises in the PKL. Thalaivas made their debut in Season 8 and have established themselves as a competitive team. In Season 9, they have been led by experienced raider Manjeet Chhillar and have a promising roster.
UP Yoddhas, on the other hand, joined the league in Season 7. They have been led by the legendary Pardeep Narwal, who is widely considered one of the greatest raiders in kabaddi history.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is the captain of Tamil Thalaivas? Manjeet Chhillar
2. Who scored the most points for UP Yoddhas against Thalaivas? Pardeep Narwal (6 points)
3. How many super 10s has Bhavani Rajput scored in PKL Season 9? 3
4. Which team has won the most PKL titles? Patna Pirates (3)
5. When is the PKL Season 9 final? February 19, 2023
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