Dabang Delhi KC played a thrilling Qualifier 1 match against Puneri Paltan in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 on October 26, 2025, which extended into a tiebreaker after a 34-34 draw in the main game. In the nail-biting tiebreaker, Dabang Delhi edged out Puneri Paltan 6-4, securing their place in the final of PKL 12. Key players like Ashu Malik, the captain and star raider, made significant impacts with crucial Do-Or-Die raids and multi-point raids. Defenders Sandeep, Surjeet Singh, and Fazel Atrachali played pivotal roles in tackling and maintaining the edge for Dabang Delhi. The match was characterized by intense defensive efforts and spectacular raids, including several ALL OUTs from both teams, reflecting the high stakes and quality of play in this playoff encounter.
The match started with defenders Saurabh Nandal and Abinesh Nadarajan setting the tone with early tackles. Dabang Delhi quickly gained a four-point lead through tackles and Ashu Malik’s raids. However, Puneri Paltan fought back with Super Tackles and strong raids by Aditya Shinde and Pankaj Mohite, resulting in a tied score of 16-16 at one point. The first half ended with Dabang Delhi leading narrowly 18-17, thanks largely to defensive strength.
The second half saw a fierce battle with both teams exchanging leads. Puneri Paltan gained a five-point lead and executed their second ALL OUT, but Dabang Delhi’s Neeraj Narwal answered with a Super Raid to keep them in the game. The final minutes of regulation time saw a thrilling comeback from Dabang Delhi, with a tackle by Sandeep leveling the scores at 34-34, pushing the game into a tiebreaker shootout.
In the tiebreaker, Saurabh Nandal’s tackle gave Dabang Delhi the crucial advantage, and raiders Akshit Dhull and Ashu Malik sealed the win to send Dabang Delhi to the final. This win highlighted their resilience and tactical prowess under pressure, setting the stage for their pursuit of the championship title in the PKL 12 final.prokabaddi+4
