PKL: Telugu Titans, Dabang Delhi Start with Victories on Opening Day
In the first match of the night, the Telugu Titans triumphed over the Bengaluru Bulls with a thrilling 37-29 win, led by the stellar performance of Pawan Sehrawat. Sehrawat kicked off the match with the first raid point, and his efforts contributed significantly to an early three-point lead for the Titans, much to the delight of the Hyderabad crowd.
The Telugu Titans and Dabang Delhi K.C. both celebrated victories on the opening day of PKL Season 11, showcasing their prowess and setting a competitive tone for the tournament.
In the first match of the night, the Telugu Titans triumphed over the Bengaluru Bulls with a thrilling 37-29 win, led by the stellar performance of Pawan Sehrawat. Sehrawat kicked off the match with the first raid point, and his efforts contributed significantly to an early three-point lead for the Titans, much to the delight of the Hyderabad crowd.
However, the Bengaluru Bulls, led by Pardeep Narwal, quickly responded, narrowing the Titans' lead to just one point. The match remained intensely competitive, with both teams refusing to give an inch. After a crucial time-out, the Titans regained their momentum, and by halftime, they held a commanding 20-11 lead.
The second half began with the Bulls showing resilience, quickly cutting the deficit to four points. Surinder Dehal and Narwal were instrumental in this resurgence, leading to an ALL-OUT against the Titans, which brought the score to 24-23.
Just when it seemed the Bulls might complete the comeback, Pawan Sehrawat stepped up, reaching the 10-point mark and receiving support from teammates like Krishan, Vijay Malik, Sagar, and Ajit Pawar. The Titans managed to regain control, extending their lead back to seven points.
Sehrawat also achieved a personal milestone during the match, crossing the 1200-point mark in PKL history, becoming the third player ever to reach this milestone. The Titans sealed their victory by inflicting another ALL-OUT on the Bulls, pushing their lead to eight points with just minutes remaining.
In the late evening match, Dabang Delhi K.C. started their campaign strongly by defeating U Mumba with a score of 36-28, marking an impressive opening night for the team.
Both victories demonstrate the fierce competition and thrilling kabaddi action expected in Season 11, as teams vie for the coveted title.
