Pink Panthers vs Bengal Warriorz: Jaipur Pink Panthers remained in contention for a playoffs spot in PKL Season 12 with a 38-30 win against the Bengal Warriorz at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi, on Saturday. Nitin Kumar was the hero of the Panthers with a Super 10, taking his team to a vital win in the battle for the top eight.
Match Summary: Pink Panthers vs Bengal Warriorz
Final Score: Jaipur Pink Panthers 38 – 30 Bengal Warriorz
Top Raider: Nitin Kumar (Super 10)
Top Defender: Deepanshu Khatri & Nitin Rawal (important tackles)
Highlight: Jaipur deliver critical All Out to create decisive lead
First Half: Nitin Kumar’s Explosive Start Sets the Tone
The match between the Pink Panthers and the Bengal Warriorz kicked off with a flourish, with Nitin Kumar not only completing a Super Raid, but also earning a bonus point, thus giving Jaipur an early lead.
Bengal Warriorz immediately responded with a strong two-point raid by Devank
Warriorz quickly closed the gap at 4-5 with a great tackle by Shivansh Thakur
Ali Samadi later added to Jaipur’s score with a bonus point, and his successful raid made it look easy
Going into the Strategic Timeout, Jaipur led 12-7, could finish 13-7, and they were playing well together, and applying consistent pressure
Second Half: Panthers Pull Away With All-Out And Strong Defence
The second half began with a defensive masterclass by Deepanshu Khatri before a Super Tackle by the Warriorz brought the score to 10-13.
Jaipur was in command, however:
Nitin Rawal made a crucial tackle immediately after the break
Panthers inflicted an All Out halfway through the second half and extended their lead to 27-19
Nitin Kumar achieved his Super 10, securing top billing as the match’s best player
In the second Strategic Timeout, Jaipur was ahead by 8 points and seemed firmly in the driver’s seat.
Pink Panthers Keep It Tight as Warriorz Struggle to Gain Ground
Following the break, Nitin Kumar executed a brilliant Super Raid which extended the Panthers lead to 11 points. Bengal Warriorz showed a glimpse of a comeback, but the gap was too large. Jaipur held their composure with great raids and solid defence. The Warriorz could not get on a roll, not able to pull off an All Out or decrease the lead.
Panthers finished the game calmly, ultimately winning 38-30
The win of the Pink Panthers vs Bengal Warriors matchup keeps Jaipur in the playoff contention in PKL Season 12. They are still in the race for a playoff spot, and they are building momentum as the season enters the fourth quarter.
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