U Mumba Triumphs Over UP Yoddhas in a Thrilling Pro Kabaddi League Match

Noida, December 4 - In an electrifying start to the Noida leg of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL), U Mumba clinched a narrow victory against UP Yoddhas with a final score of 35-33 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Sunday.

Ajit Chouhan and Rohit Raghav were instrumental for U Mumba, both scoring 8 points each, effectively countering the formidable Super 10 by UP Yoddhas' Bharat Hooda.

The match began with UP Yoddhas taking an early lead, thanks to a well-coordinated effort between their raiders and defenders, which led to an ALL OUT against U Mumba in the 14th minute, setting a commanding pace.

Despite a slow start, U Mumba rallied back, managing to inflict an ALL OUT on UP Yoddhas in the 17th minute, narrowing the score gap to just one point as the first half concluded at 17-16 in favor of UP Yoddhas.

The second half saw a resurgence from U Mumba, with their raiders and a robust defensive display led by captain Sunil Kumar. However, UP Yoddhas, driven by Hooda's relentless raiding, kept the contest tight.

A critical moment came when U Mumba's captain Sunil Kumar was the last man standing but was tackled by UP Yoddhas' Sumit, leading to another ALL OUT for U Mumba.

In the closing stages, the momentum shifted once again as U Mumba, with standout performances from Chouhan and Raghav, managed to inflict an ALL OUT on UP Yoddhas, securing a lead that would ultimately lead them to victory.

This win marks a significant moment for U Mumba, showcasing their resilience and strategic gameplay in the face of strong opposition. The match not only entertained the home crowd but also set a high standard for the upcoming games in the PKL season.