Puneri Paltan vs Haryana Steelers, PKL 2023-24 Final: Puneri Paltan defeated Haryana Steelers by 28-24 in the final to clinch their maiden Pro Kabaddi League title on Friday, March 1.
Having finished as runners-up last season, losing 33-29 to Jaipur Pink Panthers but they have secured their first title in 10 attempts.
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On the other hand, the Steelers lose their first final.
Puneri made it to the summit clash on the back of a victory over Patna Pirates in the first semi-final.
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They were the most clinical side in the tournament, having finished the league stage at the top of the points table.
Kicking off the tournament with a 37-33 win over Jaipur Pink Panthers in their first match, they won 17 out of 22 league matches.
Talking about the match, Pankaj Mohite came up with five early points to give Pune a narrow 13-10 lead in the first half and extended their lead with four more points in the second half.
Paltan took the lead with Sanket Sawant's tackle and then Pankaj entertained the crowd with a 4-point raid.
Both teams were shining in defence and were looking in great touch with brilliant blocks and tackles.
Manpreet Singh-led Haryana managed to make a late comeback in the first half by saving all out.
Haryana tried their best to bounce back with an improved effort in the second half but Pune kept calm in maintaining the distance with two all-outs and four tackle points.
Pankaj bagged the highest nine points for the winners Pune whereas Shivam Patare was the best performer for Haryana with six points.
Pune's all-rounder Mohammadreza Chiyaneh Shadloui claimed the tournament's Best Defender award while his teammate Aslam Inamdar won the Most Valuable Player title.
Dabang Delhi's Ashu Malik won the Best Raider award and Yogesh Dahiya clinched the Best NYP award for his remarkable performance in the tenth edition of the tournament.