- The regular time score was 37‑37, resulting in a tie between U Mumba and Haryana Steelers.
- U Mumba then won the tie‑breaker by 7‑4 (Five raids metric) to clinch the match.
- Significance: The win secured U Mumba a spot in the top‑8 of the league standings for the season.
- Key individual performances for U Mumba:
- Sandeep Kumar scored 9 points, playing a pivotal role in the comeback.
- Sathish Kannan delivered a Super Raid in the tie‑breaker that helped swing momentum decisively.
- Game flow highlights:
- Haryana Steelers held a strong early lead (e.g., 10‑3) and looked in control.
- U Mumba fought back strongly, inflicting an ALL OUT, narrowing the gap and eventually leveling the match.
- Momentum shift: After trailing, U Mumba’s defence and raid executions aligned in the second half and the tie‑breaker to turn the match around.
- Strategic takeaway: U Mumba’s ability to perform under pressure in crunch situations (tie‑breaker) proved crucial.
U Mumba tied with Haryana Steelers (37-37) (U Mumba wins Five Raids 7-5): Match 98 (Pro Kabaddi 12)
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