On September 1, the UP Yoddhas executed a remarkable comeback, defeating the Patna Pirates 34-31 at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Vizag. After trailing by six points at halftime, they turned the game around, marking their second consecutive victory in the ongoing Pro Kabaddi League 2025.
Key players Sumit and Ashu Singh earned High Fives, while Gagan Gowda contributed seven points, leading the Yoddhas to a significant win against last year's finalists. Both teams began the match with high energy, but the Patna Pirates took an early 7-6 lead within the first ten minutes.
Thrilling Encounter in PKL 2025
Ayan Lohchab made a strong impression early on, scoring three raid points that put Patna Pirates ahead. For the Yoddhas, Gowda executed crucial raids, while Ashu Singh and Sumit made vital defensive plays.
In the first half, Ayan's impressive raid eliminated Ashu Singh and Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi, allowing Patna Pirates to achieve the first all-out of the match. By halftime, the score was 19-13 in favor of the Pirates, with Ayan contributing eight points.
Facing a challenging situation, the Yoddhas came out aggressively in the second half. Although Patna Pirates maintained their lead initially, the turning point occurred when the Yoddhas executed an all-out on the Pirates, leveling the score. With the momentum shifted, the Yoddhas maintained their composure and clinched a thrilling 34-31 victory.
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