Puneri Paltan Dominate Maharashtra Derby in PKL Season 12

Puneri Paltan defeated U Mumba 40-22 in the Maharashtra Derby at Jaipur’s SMS Indoor Stadium. The champions excelled in defence, scoring 20 tackle points, including six Super Tackles. Gurdeep achieved a High Five, while Gaurav Khatri and Abinesh Nadarajan had four tackles each. Stuwart Singh led raiding with eight points, helping Puneri Paltan secure the top spot in PKL 12.

For the Maharashtra Derby in Pro Kabaddi League Season 12, Puneri Paltan dominated U Mumba with a comprehensive 40-22 victory at the SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur. The Season 10 champions showcased a masterclass in defence, securing 20 tackle points, including six Super Tackles. Gurdeep led the effort with a High Five, while Gaurav Khatri and Abinesh Nadarajan contributed four tackles each. On the raiding front, Stuwart Singh added eight points.

Puneri Paltan set the tone early with tackles from Abinesh and Gurdeep, followed by raids from Sachin Tanwar and Pankaj Mohite to take a four-point lead. U Mumba’s Amirmohammad Zafardanesh responded, keeping the game close at 5-5 after the first quarter. However, Puneri Paltan regained control with Super Tackles from Rakesh Rajesh, Vishal Bhardwaj, and Abinesh Nadarajan, entering the final quarter ahead 23-15.

The home team continued to dominate, with Gurdeep achieving a High Five and Stuwart Singh finishing as the top scorer. A final Super Raid and strategic tackles inflicted multiple ALL OUTs, ensuring Puneri Paltan remained in command.