PKL Season 11: U Mumba's Sunil Kumar Commends Young Players

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U Mumba emerged victorious in a thrilling Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 match, narrowly defeating UP Yoddhas 35-33 at the Noida Indoor Stadium.

This win was particularly significant as it marked the opening game of the Noida leg, silencing the home supporters. Despite Bharat Hooda's Super 10 for UP Yoddhas, Ajit Chouhan and Rohit Raghav's combined efforts, each scoring 8 points, were pivotal for U Mumba. Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 Homepage

Reflecting on the intense match, U Mumba captain Sunil Kumar acknowledged their initial mistakes but praised the team's resilience.

"We made some mistakes in the beginning, but we didn't allow the lead to slip too far," he said. "But three crucial super tackles worked in our favour, which stopped the UP Yoddhas from building a substantial lead," he added.

Kumar highlighted the importance of perseverance until the final whistle. "No matter what the lead is, we need to fight until the last moment. Even with 45 minutes gone, we keep fighting," he explained. This determination paid off as U Mumba maintained their composure during the game's critical final moments.

The skipper also commended newer team members like Ajit and Rohit for their crucial contributions. "The new kids on the block have been performing exceptionally well, securing important points for the team," Kumar noted. Their performance was instrumental in clinching victory against a formidable opponent.

Looking ahead, Kumar stressed reducing errors against stronger teams. "We need to work on both sides - defence and offence. We've had some good tackles, but we need to ensure we maintain this performance level," he added. This approach will be vital as they face tougher challenges in upcoming matches.

The victory highlighted U Mumba's ability to handle pressure in tight games, a quality that will be essential as the season progresses. The team's balanced play, combining effective raiding by Chouhan and Raghav with strategic defence, was key in this closely contested match.

In upcoming matches on November 12, Bengaluru Bulls aim to bounce back against Jaipur Pink Panthers in Noida's first leg match. Pardeep Narwal will be a focal point while Nitin Rawal leads their defense. For Jaipur Pink Panthers, Arjun Deshwal and Neeraj Narwal hope to continue their strong form from previous games.

The second game features Dabang Delhi K.C. facing Puneri Paltan. After winning their last two matches, Dabang Delhi K.C. seeks to capitalize on this momentum against defending champions who lost to Telugu Titans in Hyderabad's last leg.