Mumbai Che Raje who started the tournament on a positive note, winning a thriller against Telugu Bull, had a strong start against Diler Delhi before succumbing to a 35-56 defeat in the 2nd match of the Indo International Premiere Kabaddi League played at Balewadi on Thursday.
Diljeet Chauhan of Mumbai Che Raje in action during his raid against Diler Delhi team in the 2nd match of the Indo International Premiere Kabaddi League played at Balewadi on Thursday.
High on confidence from their last victory, Mumbai Che Raje started with a bang, dominating Diler Delhi in the opening minutes. Solid defence from Ravi and a super raid form Diljeet ensured Mumbai Che Raje imposed an all-out within the first 4 minutes of the match to lead the game by a massive 10-2 margin. Diler Delhi remained unfazed by this early setback and kept adding pressure on Mumbai Che Raje inflicting an all-out in the dying moments of the first quarter. The tables turned quickly as Delhi managed to take a 2 point lead at 14-12 at the end of the first quarter. Diljeet waged a lone battle against tough opposition but Delhi’s defence read his game and started intercepting his raids. Diler Delhi was sitting comfortably at 26-17 at the end of the second quarter.
Skipper Sunil Jaipal of Diler Delhi stepped up for his team in the 3rd and 4th quarters to give his team a comfortable lead. Mumbai Che Raje tried to stage a comeback but Sunils incredible run of 15 points ( 11 raids and 4 tackle) ensured Mumbai were all-out twice and helped his team to a 56-36 victory over Mumbai Che Raje.
Statistics
Diljeet Chauhan ( Mumbai Che Raje) : 15 Points ( 14 raid & 1 tackle)
Sunil Jaipal ( Diler Delhi) : 15 points ( 11 raids and 4 tackles)