Telugu Titans Triumph Over Patna Pirates in Thrilling PKL Showdown

The Telugu Titans concluded the Patna Pirates' strong Pro Kabaddi League journey with a decisive 46-39 victory in Eliminator 3 on Tuesday. Bharat Hooda spearheaded the Titans with an impressive 23-point contribution, setting the stage for their next challenge against season 10 champions Puneri Paltan in the upcoming final.

Ayan Lohchab of the Pirates, despite an outstanding season, fell a step short, making history as the first PKL raider to amass over 20 points in six separate matches in a single season, tallying a massive 316 raid points overall. His performance was key to the Pirates' significant eight-match winning streak leading up to the crucial Eliminator game.

The match commenced with an intense exchange of points, setting a high-paced tone. Lohchab initially struggled, tackled on his first raid, while the Titans exhibited greater control early on. Despite the Pirates briefly taking the lead through Lohchab's prowess, the Titans, driven by consistent strategic play, held strong to secure their spot in the final.