Devank Dalal’s Statement-Making Debut
- Acquired as a marquee signing for a whopping ₹2.205 crore, Devank instantly justified his price tag. He led from the front with a superlative 21 raid points, delivering his first Super 10 of the season—a clear indicator of the aggressive approach Bengal Warriorz aim to uphold.
- His early multi-point raid set the tone, and late in the game, his 4-point Super Raid pushed the team over the 50-point milestone.
Early Momentum with Defensive Spark
Ashish Malik initiated the fight with a precise opening tackle, giving Bengal Warriorz an early upper hand and indicating their intent to dominate from the get-go.
Multiple All-Outs Turn the Tide
Bengal systematically dismantled the defending champions by inflicting three All‑Outs during the match a clear demonstration of tactical aggression and defensive discipline
Supporting Raiders Stepping Up
Manprit Pardeep added 13 points, including a timely Super Raid that re-established Bengal’s lead and kept the pressure firmly on Haryana.
Haryana’s Resilience on Display
- Despite the loss, Shivam Patare and Vinay both posted Super 10s, keeping Haryana competitive at pivotal moments.
- Patare, in particular, had an impressive first-half outing—scoring 14 of Haryana’s 19 points.
Do‑Or‑Die Drama
The match featured just one Do‑Or‑Die raid, and it came in the final minute—highlighting how high-stakes and tightly-contested the encounter remained until the end.
A Dominant Launchpad for Bengal’s Season
With this emphatic win—especially against the defending champions—Bengal Warriorz sent a resounding message as they kicked off their PKL Season 12 journey. Devank’s performance, paired with a cohesive team display, positions Bengal as formidable contenders.