PKL 2024: Haryana Steelers Beat Jaipur Pink Panthers To Register First Win of Season

The Haryana Steelers were in the box seat as the final phase of the contest rolled on. Vinay had completed his Super 10 and was getting ample support from the rest of the team, all of whom were in fine form on the day. The Haryana Steelers’ defence left their mark on the contest, foiling attacks with relative ease, leaving the Jaipur Pink Panthers in a spot of bother.

Haryana Steelers and Jaipur Pink Panther players in action (Photo Credit: X/@ProKabaddi)

Hyderabad, October 24: The Haryana Steelers registered their first win of Season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) and put in a fantastic performance, as they swatted away the challenge from the Jaipur Pink Panthers on Thursday. With Vinay Naveen and Shivam Patare playing starring roles, the Haryana Steelers won the contest 37-25 at the GMCB Indoor Stadium, in Gachibowli here. PKL 2024: Arjun Deshwal Leads Jaipur Pink Panthers to Huge Win Against Telugu Titans.

The Haryana Steelers were out of the blocks at a rapid pace and picked up a three-point lead within the first few minutes of the game. Naveen and Vinay were causing the Jaipur Pink Panthers plenty of problems in the initial phases. The Haryana Steelers were doing well to keep the opponents at bay in the early phase.

As the contest reached the halfway stage of the first half, the Haryana Steelers had established a 3-point lead and were looking to consolidate further. Naveen was leading the charge for the Haryana Steelers, who were beginning to dominate proceedings on the mat. With the clock ticking away, it was Haryana Steelers’ Vinay who was having the biggest impact on the game. Vinay’s tally of 9 points in the first half proved crucial as the Haryana Steelers went into the break with the score at 20-11 in their favour.

The second half started with the Jaipur Pink Panthers picking up the first points, in what was a cautious and watchful start. The Haryana Steelers had a substantial lead and were looking to build on it, while the Jaipur Pink Panthers were looking at the likes of Abhijeet Malik to lead the charge in attack. Midway through the second half, the Haryana Steelers led by 12 points with Vinay and Naveen accounting for 16 points by themselves. PKL 2024–25: U Mumba Secure First Win of the Season With Strong Victory Over Gujarat Giants.

The Haryana Steelers were in the box seat as the final phase of the contest rolled on. Vinay had completed his Super 10 and was getting ample support from the rest of the team, all of whom were in fine form on the day. The Haryana Steelers’ defence left their mark on the contest, foiling attacks with relative ease, leaving the Jaipur Pink Panthers in a spot of bother. Eventually, the Haryana Steelers walked off the mat with a comprehensive win.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 25, 2024 08:55 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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