The Haryana Steelers achieved a significant 39-32 comeback victory against the Patna Pirates in a gripping Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2025 match in Delhi. This win marks the end of a five-game losing streak for the Steelers and sees them ascend to sixth place in the league standings. Key performances from Jaideep Dahiya, who recorded a High Five with six tackles, and Shivam Patare, who achieved a Super 10, were pivotal. The Patna Pirates’ efforts, despite a commendable 17-point haul from Ayan Lohchab, were not enough to secure the win.
The match began with a closely contested first half. Early raids and defensive plays kept both teams neck-and-neck. Ayan Lohchab was a standout performer for the Pirates, contributing crucial points through both raiding and tackling. Haryana’s defense, bolstered by Hardeep and Rahul Sethpal, worked hard to keep pace. However, the Patna Pirates managed to build an 8-6 lead, with Balaji D and Ayan Lohchab being instrumental. Rahul Sethpal’s Super Tackle offered a glimmer of hope for the Steelers, but the Pirates soon capitalized, inflicting the first ALL OUT of the game. The first half saw fluctuating momentum, with key contributions from both sides. Ultimately, the Patna Pirates ended the half with a commanding 20-14 lead, fueled by Ayan’s nine raid points and Vaibhav Garje’s defensive efforts.
In the second half, the Haryana Steelers staged an impressive turnaround. Their captain led from the front with impactful Super Tackles, rapidly reducing the deficit. Shivam Patare continued his offensive surge, bringing the Steelers within two points and reaching a personal milestone of 100 raid points for the season. Ayan Lohchab’s Super 10 briefly halted the Steelers’ charge, restoring a four-point lead for Patna. However, the Steelers’ resilience shone through, as Sahil Narwal’s Super Tackle and Vinay’s subsequent raid leveled the scores. Entering the final ten minutes, Haryana Steelers took control, outscoring the Pirates by seven points in the third quarter to take the lead. A Super Tackle from Navdeep put Patna back in front momentarily, but Jaideep Dahiya’s defensive masterclass, including his High Five, and Vinay’s decisive ALL OUT, gave the Steelers a four-point advantage with just minutes left. Shivam Patare then cemented the victory with a final two-point raid, completing his Super 10 and securing a memorable seven-point comeback win for the Haryana Steelers.