PKL 12 Qualifier 2 Puneri Paltan Vs Telugu Titans Match Result: The Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Delhi witnessed a thrilling clash in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2025 Qualifier 2, where Puneri Paltan showcased incredible determination to defeat Telugu Titans by 7 points (50–45) and book their place in the grand finale. With this victory, Puneri Paltan have advanced to face Dabang Delhi K.C. in the PKL 2025 Final on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the same venue.
Telugu Titans’ Dominant Start, Puneri Paltan’s Fierce Comeback
The match began on an explosive note as Telugu Titans enforced an all-out within just four minutes, taking a commanding 10–2 lead. Star raider Bharat Hooda spearheaded the Titans’ attack, earning quick points and breaking through Pune’s defense with ease.
However, Puneri Paltan refused to back down. Slowly but steadily, they regained rhythm and narrowed the gap to 13–7 by the end of the first quarter. The combination of Akash Shinde and Aditya Shinde began to click as Pune’s raiding unit started scoring consistently, while their defense began tightening up.
End-to-End Battle in the First Half
Puneri Paltan began the second quarter with fire, enforcing an all-out on the Titans to bring the score to 16–12. But Bharat Hooda wasn’t done yet — he kept scoring crucial points to help Titans regain a 19–12 advantage.
Akash Shinde then stepped up for Puneri Paltan, executing smart raids and ensuring the team stayed in the contest. By the end of the first half, the scoreboard read 24–20 in favor of Telugu Titans, but Pune had clearly gained momentum — and Titans were left with just one player on the mat.
Third Quarter: Puneri Paltan Take Control
Puneri Paltan started the second half with confidence, quickly enforcing another all-out and cutting the deficit to just two points. Both Aditya and Bharat continued their personal duel, trading points in every raid.
Aditya’s consistency finally paid off as he helped Puneri Paltan take their first lead of the game at 33–32. Titans tried to bounce back as Shankar Gadai pulled off a stunning super tackle to make it 35–33. But Pune were relentless — just three minutes later, they inflicted yet another all-out to regain control with a 38–37 lead.
Aditya Shinde’s Super Raid Seals the Game
The defining moment came in the 36th minute, when Aditya Shinde produced a four-point super raid, blowing the game wide open and extending Pune’s lead to five points. Despite Titans’ late attempts, they couldn’t recover as Puneri Paltan’s defense held firm.
In the end, the scoreboard read 50–45, marking a thrilling victory for Puneri Paltan — a performance built on grit, teamwork, and sheer resilience.
PKL 2025 Final: Puneri Paltan vs Dabang Delhi
With this victory, Puneri Paltan have officially entered the PKL 2025 Final, where they’ll face Dabang Delhi K.C. on Friday, October 31 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi.
Both teams have shown exceptional form this season — Delhi with their experienced raiders and solid defense, while Pune’s young guns have impressed everyone with their fearless gameplay. Fans can expect a high-voltage final between two evenly matched sides.
A Night of Comeback and Courage
Qualifier 2 turned out to be one of the most thrilling matches of PKL 2025. Telugu Titans started strong, but Puneri Paltan’s spirited comeback proved why they deserve to be in the final. Now, all eyes are on the grand finale — will Puneri Paltan lift their maiden title, or will Dabang Delhi reclaim the crown?
