Tue Oct 29 16:59:07 UTC 2024: ## Fazel Atrachali Makes History as Bengal Warriorz and Puneri Paltan Battle to a Draw in PKL Season 11
**Hyderabad, India** – The Bengal Warriorz and Puneri Paltan played out a thrilling draw on Tuesday at the GMCB Indoor Stadium in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11. The match ended in a 32-32 stalemate, marking the Bengal Warriorz’ second consecutive tie.
Sushil Kambrekar led the scoring for the Bengal Warriorz with 10 points. However, the highlight of the match was legendary defender Fazel Atrachali’s historic achievement. He registered his 500th tackle point in PKL, becoming the first player ever to reach this milestone.
The game began with a cautious approach from both teams, resulting in a tight scoreline in the initial minutes. The Puneri Paltan, led by Mohit Goyat, eventually pulled ahead with a three-point lead. The Bengal Warriorz, with Praveen Thakur and captain Fazel Atrachali leading the charge, fought back and took the lead midway through the first half.
However, a strong performance from Akash Shinde and Abinesh Nadarajan allowed the Puneri Paltan to regain the lead, culminating in a five-point advantage heading into the half-time break. Fazel Atrachali’s landmark tackle point came just before the break, securing his place in PKL history.
The Puneri Paltan extended their lead in the second half, but Sushil Kambrekar responded with an all-out to bring the Bengal Warriorz back into the contest. Despite trailing by four points with five minutes remaining, the Bengal Warriorz continued to fight, and a late surge brought them within a single point.
In a nail-biting final minute, the Puneri Paltan managed to tie the game at 32-32, resulting in a thrilling draw.
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