Kabaddi Masters Dubai 2018, Pakistan vs Kenya, 5 Talking Points

Pakistan raiders kept the Kenyan defenders on their toes
Pakistan raiders kept the Kenyan defenders on their toes

#3 Akhlaq Hussain gets the High 5

Akhlaq Hussain rose to the occasion and proved his mettle as he put in brave tackles on the mat to keep out the Kenyan raiders
Akhlaq Hussain rose to the occasion and proved his mettle as he put in brave tackles on the mat to keep out the Kenyan raiders

Right corner defender Wasim Sajjad was rested by the Pakistani coach for tonight's match as a precaution for the upcoming semi-final encounter against the Iranians.

His replacement tonight, Akhlaq Hussain had big shoes to fill as he had to pair up with the captain Nasir Ali to effect the tackles from the corner.

Akhlaq Hussain rose to the occasion and proved his mettle as he put in brave tackles on the mat to keep out the Kenyan raiders. He was active all over the mat, executing body and ankle holds and putting in strong dashes as well. Hussain finally managed to get his 'High 5' on the night capping off a solid performance.

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