Ashu took advantage of Shadloui’s lack of form: Rishank on Gujarat Giants’ loss to Dabang Delhi
Ashu Malik Shines as Dabang Delhi Crushes Gujarat Giants in Pro Kabaddi League Thriller
In a thrilling Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) showdown in Vizag, Dabang Delhi pulled off a commanding 38-28 victory over Gujarat Giants. Former PKL star Rishank Devadiga praised Delhi’s captain Ashu Malik for outsmarting Gujarat’s skipper Mohammadreza Shadloui, who struggled with his form. Ashu seized the moment, raiding with confidence and racking up 14 points to lead his team to an unbeaten start in the season.
Dabang Delhi’s defense was on fire, thanks to Fazel Atrachali’s High 5 and a total of 13 tackle points that sealed the win. "Ashu was unstoppable, like an agent on a mission," Rishank said on JioHotstar. He highlighted how Ashu exploited Shadloui’s off day, achieving a stunning 70% strike rate in raids. Earlier in the season, the two captains were neck-and-neck with just a one-point gap, but Ashu now leads by four. It was a captivating battle that kept fans hooked.
Gujarat Giants, however, are facing tough times. They’ve played five matches and won only one so far. As the Vizag leg wraps up, the team heads to Jaipur for three crucial games. Rishank pointed out their biggest weakness: a shaky defense. "Raiders like Parteek Dahiya and Rakesh are scoring well, but the defense needs to tighten up," he noted. Shadloui, in particular, must step up as the anchor if Gujarat wants to turn things around and climb the PKL points table.
U Mumba Edges Out Patna Pirates in Nail-Biting Finish Despite Ayan Lohchab’s Record Raid
In another exciting PKL match, U Mumba snatched a dramatic win over Patna Pirates in a high-scoring affair. Patna’s raider Ayan Lohchab made history as the first player to notch back-to-back 20-point games, but a heartbreaking error in the final seconds cost his team the match.
U Mumba’s Amirmohammad Zafardanesh stole the show with a Super 10, while Anil chipped in with key contributions to secure the victory. Rishank explained that U Mumba controlled the game from start to finish, even as Patna mounted a strong comeback. "Patna fought hard, but Lohchab’s self-out in a super tackle moment was a game-changer," he said. That costly mistake turned the tide, leaving Lohchab gutted despite his brilliant performance.
Rishank’s advice for young raiders like Lohchab? "Play smart till the end—those late errors can ruin everything." With intense PKL action heating up, teams like U Mumba and Dabang Delhi are setting the pace, while Gujarat and Patna look to bounce back strong. Fans can’t wait for the Jaipur leg!
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