The Pro Kabaddi League resumes with a double-header featuring U Mumba and Patna Pirates tonight at the Balewadi Sports Complex in Pune.
U Mumba has encountered challenges this season, facing consecutive defeats after an initial victory in the campaign. In contrast, Patna Pirates has displayed a promising performance, securing two wins out of three matches played.

Zafardanesh plays a strategic role in running down the clock, and Sudhakar contributes with another point. In a decisive do-or-die raid, Zafardanesh opts not to go for the kill, securing a famous win for U Mumba.
The final score stands at U Mumba 42-40 Patna Pirates at full time. It was an intense and closely contested match, with both teams showcasing skill and determination throughout the game. U Mumba emerges victorious in this thrilling encounter.
PKL Season 10: MUM 42 - 40 PAT | Full Time
Zafardanesh, in a crucial do-or-die raid, secures a valuable point for U Mumba. Meanwhile, Patna Pirates add to their score with a bonus point. The teams are making strategic moves in the closing moments of the match.
Patna Pirates secure a raid point, adding to their score in the final minutes of the match.
MUM 42 - 38 PAT
Sandeep contributes a point for his team with just 3 minutes remaining in the match. The final moments are crucial, and every point counts in this closely contested battle.
U Mumba calls for a timeout with only 2 minutes left in the match. This strategic pause allows the team to plan and coordinate their approach for the final moments of the game.
MUM 41 - 36 PAT
Visvanth adds to U Mumba's momentum by securing a point in a crucial do-or-die raid. Sachin faces a do-or-die situation but is unable to score, resulting in him being declared out. U Mumba is on a roll, capitalizing on key moments in the match.
A breather is called, providing both teams with a moment to regroup and strategize as the intensity of the match builds.
MUM 41 - 35 PAT
Visvanth continues his brilliant performance, picking up another raid point for U Mumba. Surinder Singh adds to the excitement with a SUPER TACKLE, showcasing the defensive strength of the Mumba team. The match remains highly competitive with impactful plays from both sides.
MUM 39 - 35 PAT
Visvanth executes a powerful dash to take out Sudhakar, resulting in a SUPER TACKLE for U Mumba. However, Guman is sent to the bench as Patna's defense effectively tackles him. Sachin steps up for Patna, making the score all square in this closely contested match.
MUM 35 - 35 PAT
Sachin secures a point, targeting Sombir once again. Patna executes a successful play, sending Zafardanesh to the bench, with Krishan showcasing a well-timed block. The game remains intense with both teams actively countering each other's moves.
MUM 33 - 33 PAT
Guman showcases skill by reviving a player with a hand touch. Sudhakar adds to the tally with another touch point, displaying athleticism. Guman executes a successful toe touch. The teams take a timeout to strategize and regroup.
MUM 33 - 31 PAT
Patna secures a raid point, while U Mumba responds with a bonus point. Patna adds another bonus point to their score. Zafardanesh is sent to the bench by Patna.
Sachin continues his impressive performance, getting another running hand touch. The match remains closely contested with both teams making strategic moves.
MUM 31 - 30 PAT
Zafardanesh makes a significant impact in the second half by inflicting an ALL OUT on Patna, showcasing brilliant gameplay. His contributions have played a crucial role in shifting the momentum in favor of U Mumba.
MUM 30 - 26 PAT
Zafardanesh shines with a series of crucial points for U Mumba, including a reverse toe touch on Ankit.
Sudhakar adds to the tally with successful touches. Surinder Singh leads a team effort to send Sachin to the bench, propelling Mumba into the lead.
Zafardanesh achieves a Super 10, displaying an impressive performance tonight.
MUM 26 - 25 PAT
Guman starts the second half with a successful raid for U Mumba. However, Sachin, showcasing his speed and reach, gets a point by touching Surinder.
Patna's well-executed chain tackle sends Guman to the bench. The game continues to see-saw with each team making impactful plays.
MUM 19 - 23 PAT
At half-time, the score stands at U Mumba 18-21 Patna Pirates. It's been an intense and closely contested match so far, with both teams displaying strong performances. The second half promises more thrilling action.
PKL Season 10: MUM 18 - 21 PAT | Half Time
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Guman manages to secure a point, and Sajin faces another setback as he goes to the bench. Sajin's day worsens with a green card for jersey pulling.
Sudhakar, with his rapid pace, successfully targets Rinku. Guman continues his impressive performance, sending Sajin to the bench once again. It's proving to be a challenging day for Sajin.
Sachin adds to his impressive performance with another raid point, showcasing relentless determination throughout the match.
MUM 18 - 21 PAT
Heider Ali earns a bonus point and a touch point, sending Sajin to the bench, but U Mumba manages to hang on. Sachin secures a touch point for Patna.
In a significant turn, Patna Pirates inflict an ALL OUT on U Mumba, dealing a blow to their score. The momentum swings in favor of Patna.
MUM 16 - 19 PAT
Guman has an empty raid, and U Mumba makes a significant comeback with a three-point raid in the final three minutes. Patna executes a well-coordinated team tackle to secure the raider.
Sachin showcases his strength with a successful touch point. Visvanth adds to Mumba's score with a bonus point. The game remains intense in the closing minutes.
Sachin successfully targets Visvanth, reducing U Mumba to their last player once again. The pressure continues to build as the match approaches its conclusion.
MUM 13 - 12 PAT
Visvanth impressively secures two touch points and a bonus, marking the first SUPER RAID of the match. Manjeet claims a couple of touches, and the officials declare it a SUPER TACKLE for U Mumba. Exciting turn of events in the game.
MUM 12 - 9 PAT
Sachin successfully touches Zafardanesh in a do-or-die raid. He repeats the feat in another do-or-die raid. Pranay Rane falls victim to Patna's chain tackle and is sent to the bench in a crucial do-or-die raid.
Sachin executes a successful touch on Mahinder, leaving U Mumba with just one player on the mat. The pressure is on for the last man standing.
The first timeout of the match is called. Both teams will strategize and regroup during this break to plan their next moves.
MUM 7 - 9 PAT
Manjeet secures a point with a successful hand touch. Zafardanesh levels the score with a bonus point. U Mumba adds another point with a bonus. Sachin for Patna Pirates concludes an unusual empty raid. The game remains evenly poised.
MUM 7 - 6 PAT
Zafardanesh scores a point with a swift raid. He follows it up with a brilliant backhold on Sachin, sending the Patna talisman to the bench. Patna executes a chain tackle, sending Guman to the bench as well.
MUM 5 - 5 PAT
Sudhakar showcases his speed with a rapid raid, earning a point for Patna Pirates. Zafardanesh secures a bonus point for U Mumba. Sachin adds a touch point for Patna. Guman's empty raid is followed by Sudhakar's aggressive move, forcing Rinku out of bounds.
MUM 3 - 4 PAT
Sachin from Patna Pirates begins the raid with an empty attempt. Guman secures a point for U Mumba by successfully tackling Sachin, opening the scoring for Mumba.
Manjeet scores a point with a successful raid for Patna Pirates. Guman continues his impressive performance with another successful hand touch, adding to U Mumba's score.
MUM 2 - 1 PAT
U Mumba won the toss and opted for court choice. Patna Pirates will initiate the raiding proceedings.
Surinder's U Mumba and Neeraj's Patna Pirates face off in the opening match of PKL 10's third leg in Pune. Keep an eye out for live updates as the action unfolds. The toss will be commencing soon!
Here's the starting lineup for Patna Pirates against U Mumba:
Ankit, Krishan, Neeraj Kumar (C), Sudhakar M, Manjeet, Sajin Chandrasekar, Sachin
Here's the starting lineup for U Mumba against Patna Pirates:
Amirmohammad Zafardanesh, Guman Singh, Mahender Singh, Rinku, Surinder Singh (C), Visvanath V, Sombir
In the most recent encounter between U Mumba and Patna Pirates during Season 9, U Mumba emerged victorious with a scoreline of 36-23.
U Mumba currently holds the 11th position in the standings, having garnered 6 points from 3 matches.
Meanwhile, Patna Pirates sits at the 6th position with a total of 10 points earned across their 3 matches in the league.
Sachin takes the lead as the primary raider for Patna Pirates, accumulating an impressive 32 raid points in 3 matches, with 9 crucial do-or-die raid points.
Neeraj Kumar shines in defense, securing 8 tackle points. Ankit stands out as the top all-rounder, contributing 9 points in 3 appearances.
Guman Singh leads U Mumba's raids with 19 points in 3 matches, including 4 in the last game.
Rinku anchors the defense, earning 8 tackle points in 3 PKL 10 games. Amirmohammad Zafardanesh stands out as the top all-rounder, accumulating 25 points.
Fans can stay updated with live scores and updates from the U Mumba vs. Patna Pirates matches in PKL 2023. U Mumba's struggle after their first-game success contrasts with the positive momentum of Patna Pirates, making the matchup an intriguing one for Kabaddi enthusiasts.
The Badminton Hall in Balewadi Sports Complex is set to witness intense competition between these two teams, adding excitement to the ongoing PKL 2023 season.
As the action unfolds, followers can track the live developments of these matches, anticipating thrilling moments in the Pro Kabaddi League.