{"id":2402,"date":"2025-10-25T23:26:42","date_gmt":"2025-10-25T17:56:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/?p=2402"},"modified":"2025-10-25T23:26:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-25T17:56:43","slug":"pkl-12-jaipur-pink-panthers-beat-haryana-steelers-30-27-playin-result","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/pkl-12-jaipur-pink-panthers-beat-haryana-steelers-30-27-playin-result\/","title":{"rendered":"PKL 12: Defending Champions Haryana Steelers Knocked Out by Jaipur Pink Panthers in a Thrilling 30-27 Win"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/pro-kabaddi-2025-match-schedule-time-table-format-venue-auction-watch-live\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"110\">Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12<\/a><\/strong> Play-In stage kicked off with a pulsating contest at the <strong>Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, New Delhi<\/strong>, on <strong>Saturday, October 25, 2025<\/strong>, where <strong>Jaipur Pink Panthers<\/strong> showcased their grit and composure to eliminate <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/team\/haryana-steelers\/\" data-type=\"sp_team\" data-id=\"1699\">defending champions Haryana Steelers<\/a><\/strong> in a nail-biting <strong>30-27<\/strong> victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this win, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/team\/jaipur-pink-panthers\/\" data-type=\"sp_team\" data-id=\"1700\">Jaipur Pink Panthers<\/a><\/strong> have officially booked their spot in the <strong>Eliminator 1<\/strong>, where they will face the <strong>Patna Pirates<\/strong> \u2014 who defeated U Mumba in Play-In 2 \u2014 on <strong>Sunday, October 26, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A High-Intensity Clash Right From the Start<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both teams began aggressively, trading early points and setting the tone for a gripping encounter. <strong>Nitin Kumar<\/strong> opened the account for Jaipur Pink Panthers with a clever touch on <strong>Neeraj<\/strong>, but <strong>Shivam Patare<\/strong> immediately hit back for Haryana by dismissing <strong>Deepanshu Khatri<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The defenders from both sides looked sharp in the opening minutes. <strong>Reza Mirbagheri<\/strong> pulled off a brilliant tackle on <strong>Vinay<\/strong>, while Haryana\u2019s <strong>Neeraj<\/strong> countered with an ankle hold on <strong>Ali Samadi<\/strong>. As the first quarter progressed, Jaipur began to edge ahead. <strong>Deepanshu Khatri<\/strong> got his revenge on <strong>Shivam<\/strong>, and <strong>Ali Samadi<\/strong> executed a successful do-or-die raid on <strong>Rahul Sethpal<\/strong>, helping Jaipur finish the first quarter with a <strong>9-5<\/strong> lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jaipur\u2019s Defence Takes Charge \u2013 First All-Out on Haryana<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The second quarter saw <strong>Jaipur Pink Panthers<\/strong> completely take control. Their lead raider <strong>Nitin Kumar<\/strong> went on a rampage, pulling off a two-point raid that sent <strong>Ashish Narwal<\/strong> and <strong>Neeraj<\/strong> to the bench. With only <strong>Jaideep Dahiya<\/strong> left on the mat for Haryana, he too was taken down by <strong>Mohit<\/strong>, inflicting the <strong>first All-Out<\/strong> of the match on the defending champions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The scoreline soon read <strong>18-10<\/strong> in favour of Jaipur. Haryana tried to regain their rhythm through bonus points from <strong>Vinay<\/strong>, but the Panthers\u2019 defence stood tall. <strong>Deepanshu<\/strong> once again dismissed <strong>Shivam Patare<\/strong>, while <strong>Aryan Kumar<\/strong> executed a superb tackle on <strong>Vinay<\/strong> to maintain their eight-point advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Haryana Steelers Fight Back<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the third quarter, the defending champions started to show signs of a comeback. <strong>Neeraj<\/strong> tackled <strong>Parvinder<\/strong>, and <strong>Shivam<\/strong> earned a touch point on <strong>Mohit<\/strong>, reducing the margin slightly. However, Jaipur\u2019s defenders continued to respond strongly \u2014 <strong>Nitin Kumar<\/strong> eliminated <strong>Sahil Narwal<\/strong>, while <strong>Deepanshu<\/strong> picked up his fourth tackle point of the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the third quarter, the scoreboard read <strong>22-16<\/strong> in favour of Jaipur Pink Panthers, keeping them in firm control but leaving the door open for Haryana to fight back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Last-Minute Drama: Jaipur Hold Their Nerve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After the strategic time-out, Haryana came out all guns blazing. <strong>Shivam Patare<\/strong> dismissed <strong>Ali Samadi<\/strong>, and substitute <strong>Ashish Narwal<\/strong> made an immediate impact with two consecutive raid points \u2014 one on <strong>Mohit<\/strong> and another on <strong>Aryan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then came the big moment \u2014 <strong>Shivam<\/strong> picked up a touch point on <strong>Deepanshu<\/strong>, and <strong>Neeraj<\/strong> tackled <strong>Sahil<\/strong>, leaving only Jaipur captain <strong>Nitin Rawal<\/strong> on the mat. <strong>Ashish Narwal<\/strong> then eliminated him, inflicting an <strong>All-Out<\/strong> on Jaipur and leveling the score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But Jaipur refused to panic. With two minutes left, <strong>Nitin Kumar<\/strong> capitalised on an error by <strong>Ashish Narwal<\/strong>, earning a crucial touch point. Haryana also suffered a setback when <strong>Sahil Narwal<\/strong> received a yellow card, giving Jaipur a numerical advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the dying seconds, <strong>Aryan Kumar<\/strong> pulled off a spectacular tackle on <strong>Vinay<\/strong>, completing his <strong>High Five<\/strong> and sealing the victory for Jaipur Pink Panthers. The match ended <strong>30-27<\/strong>, knocking the defending champions out of PKL 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Heroes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aryan Kumar (Jaipur Pink Panthers):<\/strong> High Five (5 tackle points) \u2013 the defensive rock who turned the tide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nitin Kumar (Jaipur Pink Panthers):<\/strong> 7 raid points \u2013 led the attack with precision and composure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deepanshu Khatri (Jaipur Pink Panthers):<\/strong> 4 tackle points \u2013 aggressive and impactful all night.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Neeraj (Haryana Steelers):<\/strong> High Five \u2013 kept the Steelers in the contest despite the loss.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Aftermath \u2013 Jaipur March Into Playoffs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With this crucial win, <strong>Jaipur Pink Panthers<\/strong> have advanced to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/pro-kabaddi-league-2025-final-date-playoff-schedule\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2169\">Eliminator 1<\/a><\/strong>, where they\u2019ll lock horns with <strong>Patna Pirates<\/strong> in what promises to be another thrilling clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>Haryana Steelers<\/strong>, the defeat marked the end of a challenging title defense. Despite showing flashes of brilliance, their inconsistency and untimely errors cost them dearly in this knockout game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>The first Play-In of PKL 12 had everything \u2014 intensity, drama, and last-minute twists. The <strong>Jaipur Pink Panthers<\/strong>, led by a disciplined defensive unit, showed immense composure to withstand Haryana\u2019s late charge and emerge victorious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was a night to remember for Jaipur fans as their team proved once again that champions rise when it matters most. Now, the focus shifts to the next big clash \u2014 <strong>Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Patna Pirates<\/strong> \u2014 where a spot in the semifinals awaits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Can Jaipur continue their dream run, or will Patna\u2019s pirates sink their ship?<\/em> The answer will unfold on <strong>Sunday night!<\/strong> \u26a1<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Jaipur Pink Panthers edge past defending champions Haryana Steelers 30-27 in PKL 12 Play-In 1. 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