The first day of the PKL 10 knockouts delivered intense matches, setting the stage for exciting semifinals. Haryana Steelers outclassed Gujarat Giants in eliminator 2 to secure a semifinal clash against defending champions Jaipur Pink Panthers.
Let’s delve into the key players from both Jaipur Pink Panthers and Haryana Steelers who will be crucial in the curtial clash on Wednesday.
Jaipur Pink Panthers
Arjun Deshwal
With 226 raid points, Arjun Deshwal is has the second most raid points in PKL 10. The Jaipur Pink Panther talisman was last year’s MVP and will be the key man in the semifinals. After a mid-season blip, Deshwal has comeback strong. He will have to play an important part against Haryana’s tight defence to progress his team to the second consecutive final.
Ankush
The young Indian defender has lived up to his reputation as one of the most aggressive defenders in PKL. He is not only Pink Panthers’ best defender but also is the leader of its defensive unit alongside skipper Sunil Kumar. He’s already accumulated 69 tackle points in 21 matches so far in the season.
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Haryana Steelers
The Haryana Steelers co-skipper has been leading by example throughout the season, and the eliminator was no exception. He spearheaded his team with eight crucial tackle points against Gujarat Giants and currently sits at fourth place in the highest tackle point-scorers list with 69 points. Mohit will be looking to maintain his impressive form in the semifinal.
Vinay
The young raider from Haryana Steelers has emerged as the one of the most exciting raiders in PKl 10. With 149 raid points in 21 matches, he’s leading the offensive unit of his team. It is not only about the number of points he has score but how her scored them in crunch moments. Vinay score 12 raid points against Gujarat Giants in eliminator 2 and will look continue his form against Jaipur in the semifinal.
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