Pro Kabaddi PKL 8: Patna Pirates vs Tamil Thalaivas ends in a thrilling 30-30 tie as Monu Goyat continues rich form: Tamil Thalaivas and Patna Pirates shared the spoils in a 30-30 tie in their Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) match on Thursday. Ajinkya Pawar came off the bench to score 12 points for Thalaivas while Monu Goyat scored 9 for the Pirates.
Interestingly, coach Uday Kumar opted for a much-changed Thalaivas lineup against the Pirates with Manjeet and K. Prapanjan starting on the bench.– Follow Pro Kabaddi League Season 8 LIVE Updates with InsideSport.IN
Ajinkya Pawar, whose brilliant cameos had helped Thalaivas in the previous matches also started from the dugout. But with captain Surjeet Singh on the mat, the Tamil Thalaivas continued to look like a dominant side capable of challenging the best. It was raining tackle points the entire half with Patna’s all-rounders also chipping in with tackles and assists.
Pro Kabaddi PKL 8: Patna Pirates vs Tamil Thalaivas ends in a thrilling 30-30 tie as Monu Goyat continues rich form
Monu Goyat was the stand-out star for the three-time champions, picking up difficult points against a well-drilled Tamil Thalaivas defence. Patna’s hybrid Kabaddi players, capable of defending and attacking, made it difficult for Thalaivas to target any weaknesses. The Patna Pirates clinched their first ALL OUT in the last minute of the first half which finished 18-12 in favour of the men in green.
Patna stayed in the game, with two crucial reviews ensuring they stayed within touching distance from the Tamil Thalaivas. Sajin C. was having a poor night on the mat for Patna Iranian Mohammadreza Chiyaneh ensured they stayed focused with body blocks and dashes. The scores were 30-30 with one minute left in the match and the teams decided to safeguard the three points (for a tie) rather than go for the win.
Pro Kabaddi PKL 8: Patna Pirates vs Tamil Thalaivas ends in a thrilling 30-30 tie as Monu Goyat continues rich form
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