Wed Nov 20 18:36:31 UTC 2024: ## Telugu Titans Edge Out U Mumba in Thrilling Pro Kabaddi Match
**Bengaluru, India** – In a closely fought encounter at the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11, Telugu Titans snatched a thrilling 31-29 victory over U Mumba in the 66th match. The win, achieved despite the continued absence of star raider Pawan Sehrawat, marks the Titans’ second consecutive win without their key player and solidifies their position within the top six.
The first half saw a tense stalemate, with both teams’ raiders and defenders trading points. A cautious approach, characterized by “do-or-die” raids and a focus on defense, resulted in a 12-12 tie at halftime.
The momentum shifted in the second half when Telugu Titans inflicted an all-out on U Mumba, establishing a four-point lead. However, U Mumba’s struggles extended beyond their inability to score; Ajit Chauhan was substituted after failing to score in six raid attempts, and Amir Mohammad Jafardaneshi also underperformed. The burden of scoring fell heavily on Manjit, who top-scored for U Mumba with 7 points.
While Telugu Titans’ raiders also struggled, with Vijay Malik largely ineffective, Ashish Narwal shone, leading the Titans’ scoring with 8 points. Their strong defense, however, proved crucial in maintaining their lead.
U Mumba mounted a late comeback, narrowing the gap to a single point. A crucial super tackle in the final minutes, and a successful final raid with only two players remaining on the mat, secured a hard-fought win for Telugu Titans. The match highlighted the Titans’ resilience and the effectiveness of their defensive strategy in the absence of Sehrawat.
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