Rakesh Kumar
In the absence of four first team players, most teams would just fold and wilt away. However, Rakesh Kumar ensured U Mumba did not stumble in their match against Bengaluru Bulls. Despite trailing by 11 points at half time, Rakesh refused to throw in the towel and produced a defensive masterclass to amass 6 points and earn his side a narrow win.
Sandeep Narwal
The Patna Pirates all-rounder, who has left the league to join up with the Indian team participating in the South Asian Games, couldn't have bid a better goodbye to his team. Sandeep was a rock at the back in the Pirates' two matches in Kolkata, amassing 9 defensive points while also scoring a solitary raid point. His defensive exploits ensured the team continued their unbeaten streak this season.
Girish Ernak
If we are talking about the best defenders in the league, the name of Bengal Warriors defender Girish Ernak cannot be far away. A picture of consistency, Girish ensured the Warriors kept a tight ship at the back in each of their four matches at home. The 25-year-old was a nightmare for the raiders, scoring 12 defensive points to help his team reach the top of the table.
Pardeep Narwal
At the tender age of just 18, Pardeep Narwal has become one of Patna Pirates' indispensable players. Pardeep scored a mammoth 18 points in just two matches in the Kolkata leg to emerge as the shining star of the team. The shy teenager almost single-handedly sank Telugu Titans with 11 points, and his performances in Kolkata made the crowd stand up and take notice of his prowess.
