Pawan Sehrawat's Super 10 Helps Telugu Titans Secure 38-35 Win Over Bengaluru Bulls
The Bengaluru Bulls were within striking distance, just 3 points behind, but the Telugu Titans held firm to secure a hard-earned victory. Pawan Sehrawat's leadership and raiding prowess were crucial to the Titans maintaining their advantage, while the Bulls' comeback attempt fell short.
In a thrilling encounter at the GMCB Indoor Stadium in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, the Telugu Titans held off a fierce comeback from the Bengaluru Bulls to win 38-35, marking their second consecutive victory over the Bulls in PKL Season 11. A standout performance from captain and raider Pawan Sehrawat (13 raid points) and a defensive effort from Ajit Pawar (5 tackle points) guided the Titans to victory, despite a strong second-half charge from Bengaluru Bulls.
First Half Dominance by Telugu Titans:
The Telugu Titans took control of the match early, thanks to a brilliant display from Pawan Sehrawat, who led his team with a Super Raid. Ashish Narwal also made a significant impact, landing another Super Raid. This offensive surge helped the Titans build a commanding lead. By the 11th minute, the first All-Out of the match was completed, putting the Titans ahead with an 11-point advantage.
The Bengaluru Bulls, despite some defensive resilience, were unable to keep pace with the Titans' attacking power. However, the Bulls did manage three Super Tackles, which prevented the Titans from running away with the game completely. The first half ended with the Telugu Titans leading 23-12.
Bengaluru Bulls' Resilient Comeback:
Down by 11 points at halftime, the Bengaluru Bulls mounted a strong second-half challenge. Raider Ajinkya Pawar and defender Nitin Rawal were key figures in this resurgence. Pawar found his form and was instrumental in scoring, while Rawal completed a High 5 and executed a crucial Super Tackle that led to the second All-Out on the Telugu Titans, narrowing the deficit to just 5 points.
Despite the Bengaluru Bulls' relentless comeback efforts, including a Super Raid from Pankaj, the Titans were able to weather the storm. Pawan Sehrawat continued his dominant performance and completed his Super 10, ensuring his side maintained a slim lead as the match drew to a close.
Final Moments:
The Bengaluru Bulls were within striking distance, just 3 points behind, but the Telugu Titans held firm to secure a hard-earned victory. Pawan Sehrawat's leadership and raiding prowess were crucial to the Titans maintaining their advantage, while the Bulls' comeback attempt fell short.
Top Performers:
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Bengaluru Bulls:
- Best Raider: Ajinkya Pawar (9 raid points)
- Best Defender: Nitin Rawal (7 tackle points)
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Telugu Titans:
- Best Raider: Pawan Sehrawat (13 raid points)
- Best Defender: Ajit Pawar (5 tackle points)
In a tightly contested match, the Telugu Titans held their nerve to secure a well-deserved win, extending their dominance over the Bengaluru Bulls in PKL Season 11.