PKL 2022: Haryana Steelers hold Puneri Paltan to a thrilling tie in their first game of Pune-leg

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Pune, Oct 28: Puneri Paltan were looking to start their home leg on a winning note but Haryana Steelers fought hard in the second half as the match in Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2022 ended in a thrilling tie at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, Pune on Friday (October 28). The match ended in a 27-27 tie as it went down the wire till the very last raid.

The Paltans' made an explosive start with Mohit Goyat starting off with a Super Raid. A close review by the Paltans also worked out in their favour, as they had the momentum in their corner, playing at home for the first time this season. Midway through the first half, the Paltans were in control and had a slender 1-point lead, with both sides being watchful in their approach.

Cheered on by the home support, the Paltans raged on as Fazel Atrachali and co tackled emphatically, giving themselves a 3-point lead at 13-10 at the end of the first half.

Puneri started off the second half on the front foot, attaining an 8-point lead with an All Out. Soon after though, the Steelers went through the gears, with Manjeet taking charge and Mohit chipping in too, cutting down the lead significantly midway through the second half.

The Steelers stayed in the hunt with Manjeet getting an All Out, bringing the difference in points down to 2 in the 36th minute. Soon after Manjeet and Amirhossein Bastami brought the Steelers to level pegging, with just over a minute to go.

The final minutes of the game were riveting as both teams threw the kitchen sink at each other, but eventually, the sides had to share the spoils with the score of 27-27 at the final whistle.

Award Winners of the Night:

vivo Perfect Player of the Match - Mohit Goyat (Puneri Paltan)

Dream 11 Gamechanger of the Match - Meetu Sharma (Haryana Steelers)

Moment of the Match - Manjeet (Haryana Steelers)