Bengaluru Bulls Vs Patna Pirates 08 January 2024

FULL TIME!!! Bengaluru Bulls 35-33 Patna Pirates

Hold onto your seats because what we just witnessed defies all logic! In a jaw-dropping turn of events, the Bulls snatch victory from the jaws of defeat with a comeback for the ages! The suspense, the thrill, the drama, this game had it all.

Picture this: One minute on the clock, the Pirates cruising with a five-point lead. But, wait for it – Sachin Narwal steps up with a raid of sheer brilliance, leaving the Pirates with just one man on the mat. And in the final 18 seconds, Surjeet Singh executes a match-winning block, inflicting an all-out and gaining the lead. 

The Pirates covered the baulk line for the last raid but it was not enough to save them from Sachin's kick.

Surjeet Singh, take a bow! Eight tackle points, shutting down the critics, and orchestrating a triumphant turnaround for the Bulls. The raiding department, initially lackluster, found a hero in Sachin Narwal, securing nine crucial raid points.

Meanwhile, for Patna, Sachin Tanwar had an off day as per his standards. Manjeet played well in terms of raiding in the second half but it wasn't enough to see them through. Neeraj Kumar got a High 5 in defense but some unnecessary tackles towards the dying moments from Patna defenders saw them lose the game from what was an easy win. 

That's all from the first game of the day. This is Meeth Agrawal signing off. 

40' Bengaluru Bulls 35-33 Patna Pirates

The Bulls are making a comeback. Ran Singh sends Sudhakar back with a great block. They could win the match here out of no where. 

A multi-point raid from Sushil. Patna are nearing an all-out here. He sends Sachin and Ankit back. 

Sandeep is the last man standing for Patna and he comes on a raid. ALL OUT!! Surjeet Singh, the man for the Bulls once again. Shows patience and gets a block. The Bulls are one point up. 

Last raid of the day and Sachin Narwal kicks the right corner Ankit. The Bulls win the game and snatch a victory from the jaws of defeat. WHAT A GAME!!!!!

39' Bengaluru Bulls 28-33 Patna Pirates

An unnecessary heft dash from Neeraj Kumar on Sachin Narwal. Their heads collide but Sachin escapes easily. 

Another point for Sachin. Manish attempts an ankle hold from right cover but Sachin splashes and goes back to the mid line. 

38' Bengaluru Bulls 26-33 Patna Pirates

A running bonus by Sachin Narwal under the right cover. 

Smart move from Patna Pirates who are just running the clock down. 

36' Bengaluru Bulls 25-33 Patna Pirates

Just two men in defense for Bulls. And they get a SUPER TACKLE!!! Surjeet Singh, once again comes with a block on Sachin who nearly escaped. But Surjeet stands like a wall. 

Vikash Kandola is out as Manish gets his third point of the day. 

Another SUPER TACKLE!!! This time it's Ran Singh. Manjeet tries to get a touch on him at left corner but Ran Singh gets his ankle and Surjeet with a timely support. 

34' Bengaluru Bulls 21-32 Patna Pirates

Neeraj Kumar also reaches his High 5 as he gets the better of Sushil with a double thigh hold. 

Manish also contributes in defense as he gets Sachin Narwal. 

SUPER RAID for Sachin Tanwar in do or die raid. Saurabh Nandal attempts a block from right corner but Sachin pushes him to get back to midline. Sachin gets two more defenders on his way back. The Bulls claim for just two points though. But review is unsuccessful and Patna gets three points. 

32' Bengaluru Bulls 20-27 Patna Pirates

Manjeet is in fine form in the second half. Attempts a bonus under right in who attempts an ankle hold alongside Aman from right corner. But Manjeet was quick enough to escape and get two points. 

Meanwhile, Sushil gets an easy touch over Manish followed by a great block from Surjeet in defense on Sandeep to complete his High 5. 

Sushil gets another as he gets a toe touch on Krishan. 

Substitution: Aman is brought in place of Ran Singh!

TIMEOUT!!!

30' Bengaluru Bulls 17-25 Patna Pirates

A great display of skill as Sachin Narwal jumps over Krishan who comes with a block from the right corner. 

He follows it up with another point. This time gets a running hand touch on Neeraj Narwal who was guarding the right corner. Sends two big defenders in two consecutive raids. 

29' Bengaluru Bulls 15-25 Patna Pirates

Sandeep is in for do or die once again. He goes to the lobby without a touch and the Bulls get a free point.

A brilliant turn and escape from Manjeet. Surjeet comes with a dash from right cover but Manjeet quicky turns and gets back to the mid line. 

27' Bengaluru Bulls 14-24 Patna Pirates

Finally a raid point for the Bulls. Vikash escapes from a dash by Manish who came from the left cover. 

What a tackle from Neeraj Kumar. Vikash attempts a running hand touch but Neeraj with an ankle hold gets him at the right cover region. 

25' Bengaluru Bulls 13-23 Patna Pirates

Patna are still on their safe and slow strategy to play on do-or-die raids. 

Meanwhile, Sudhakar is subbed out and Sandeep Kumar is in for Patna who immediately comes for do or die raid. Gets an easy escape from Ran Singh's ankle hold at the left corner. 

23' Bengaluru Bulls 13-22 Patna Pirates

The Pirates are keeping it slow and safe with empty raids. 

Meanwhile, another mistake by the Bulls raiding department. Goes out of bounds while attempting running hand touch on the right corner. 

Do or die for Manjeet and once again it's Surjeet Singh for the rescue for the Bulls. Comes with a dash from right cover and throws Manjeet away. 

Ankit is back at it again for the Pirates. A double ankle hold to get the best of Sushil. 

HALF-TIME!! Bengaluru Bulls 12-20 Patna Pirates

We have reached the midway point of this spectacle, and it's the Pirates who are sailing smoothly, leading by a commanding eight points as we head into the penultimate act!

The Pirates, oh, they've orchestrated a symphony of mastery, bagging nine raid points and a mirror-like nine tackle points. The icing on their kabaddi cake? An all-out, adding a sweet touch to their dominance. 

In the Bulls' corner, Surjeet Singh spearheaded a valiant defensive effort, putting the Pirates under pressure. But here's the twist – the raiding squad failed to fire on all cylinders, mustering just three points. A chink in the Bulls' armor that's left them trailing.

Can the Bulls conjure up a comeback or will the Pirates seal the deal? The second half promises more fireworks and drama! Stay tuned, folks!

20' Bengaluru Bulls 12-20 Patna Pirates

The Bulls have a chance to enforce an all out but are playing it safe with empty raids. Patna Pirates also with the same approach. 

Last raid of the half and its a do or die raid for the Bulls. Neeraj Narwal is in but a great ankle hold by Krishan at the right corner gives no chance to Neeraj.

19' Bengaluru Bulls 12-19 Patna Pirates

Sachin Tanwar now contributes in the defense. Vikash came in for a do or die raid but Sachin gets a solo double ankle hold. 

Surjeet is showing his experience here today. Another tackle for him as he gets Sachin this time with a great block. 

17' Bengaluru Bulls 11-18 Patna Pirates

Another dubki by Sudhakar. But fails once again. Parteek comes in with a block and Sudhakar can't find a way back. 

The Bulls are forcing a comeback. An ankle hold by left in Sachin Narwal on Manjeet who gets a bonus. Timely support from Surjeet from the right cover. 

15' Bengaluru Bulls 9-17 Patna Pirates

The Bulls are on the verge of an all out now. Saurabh Nandal attempts an ankle hold on Manjeet but he escapes and reaches back safely. 

A blunder by Ran Singh to go in for raid. Gets a bonus under right corner but Krishan gets an easy ankle hold on him. 

ALL OUT!! Last man down for the Bulls and he gives up directly a point to Sachin without wasting any time. 

A great dash by Neeraj Kumar from the right cover over Sachin Narwal. But he also goes out in the process. One point each for both sides. 

13' Bengaluru Bulls 7-11 Patna Pirates

Do or die raid for the Pirates. Sudhakar is in with just three defender. A dubki under Ran Singh. Gets close to mid-line but Parteek pulls him quickly just in time to get a SUPER TACKLE!!! 

Another great defense by Patna. Ankit gets his 3rd point with an ankle hold at the left corner. 

11' Bengaluru Bulls 5-10 Patna Pirates

Vikash attempts a quick bonus under right in. But doesn't gets one. Instead, he is dashed out by Manish who comes from the left cover. 

TIMEOUT!!

9' Bengaluru Bulls 5-9 Patna Pirates

A series of empty raids from both teams. 

Sudhakar gets an easy bonus under the right in.

Do or die for the Bulls. Neeraj comes in from the left but is blocked by Ankit Jaglan. Timely support from the team or it could have been a super raid. 

A great turn by Sudhakar and gets a running hand touch on Surjeet. Goes deep and gets a touch on the experienced defender. 

7' Bengaluru Bulls 5-6 Patna Pirates

Do or die raid for the Bulls but Sachin Narwal is out. Great teamwork from Pirates to not go advance and wait for the right time initiated by Neeraj Kumar. 

Another point for Surjeet. He Dashes Manjeet out of court who attempts a bonus under left corner. 

5' Bengaluru Bulls 4-5 Patna Pirates

Sachin Tanwar is in for Patna but a remarkable job by the Bulls. Surejeet comes with a block from the right cover and the other defenders provide good support. 

Manjeet, in his first raid of the day attempts a bonus under Ran Singh at the left corner. Gets a bonus as well as escapes an ankle hold to get two points. 

3' Bengaluru Bulls 3-3 Patna Pirates

Bulls open their account as Sachin Narwal gets an easy touch on Ankit Jaglan. 

Sudhakar responds with a running hand touch on Parteek at left cover. 

Sachin does it. Great presence of mind as he escapes on time with force to get better of Neeraj's block. 

Skipper Saurabh Nandal with an easy ankle hold of Sudhakar at the right corner. 

1' Bengaluru Bulls 0-2 Patna Pirates

We are all set to go and Neeraj Narwal begins for the Bulls. Tries for bonus but it is Ankit who opens the account with a block from the left corner. 

Sachin with a brilliant toe touch on old horse Ran Singh at the left corner.

Lineups

Bengaluru Bulls

Starters: Vikash Kandola, Surjeet Singh, Parteek, Sachin Narwal, Neeraj Narwal, Saurabh Nandal(C), Ran Singh

Subs: Aman, Sushil, Akshit, Rakshit, Monu, Rohit Kumar, Piotr Pamulak



Patna Pirates

Starters: Sachin Tanwar, Neeraj Kumar(C), Manish, Sudhakar M, Manjeet, Krishan, Ankit

Subs: Naveen Sharma, Thiyagarajan Yuvraj, Sandeep Kumar, Sanjay, Zheng Wei Chen, Rohit, Babu M

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Hello and welcome to the DOME by NSCI in Mumbai! I'm Meeth Agrawal, and I'm here to take you on a journey through Sportskeeda's live coverage of the Pro Kabaddi League 2023, featuring the Bengaluru Bulls and the Patna Pirates in the 62nd game of the season. 

The Bengaluru Bulls find themselves at a crossroads, perched at the eighth spot in the table, yearning for redemption after a challenging run. Four wins in 11 matches and a three-game losing streak? It's crunch time for the Bulls. But wait, here's the biggest point of concern – they've been on the wrong side of 17 all-outs, the second-highest in the league. It's time to regroup, find that inner calm, and make a comeback.

And on the flip side, we've got the Patna Pirates on a rollercoaster season, balancing victories and defeats to find themselves at the seventh spot. Fresh off a close 37-38 loss to Dabang Delhi KC, they're itching for redemption. They've shown promise, they've shown flair, but a few hiccups, especially in the defense, have cost them. It's time for the Pirates to patch things up, tighten those sails, and get back to winning ways against a Bengaluru side in need.

As the Bulls and Pirates lock horns, the only question echoing is – who's going to seize the day? Stay tuned for the live action.