PKL 11 Day 4 Live Updates: UP Yoddhas beat Dabang Delhi by 28-23 & Puneri Paltans beat Patna Pirates by 40-25 in Today's Encounter

The highly anticipated Day 4 of Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 has kicked off, featuring an intense face-off between Dabang Delhi and UP Yoddhas. The match began with a quick lead from the Yoddhas, who managed to secure three points early on. However, Dabang Delhi swiftly responded, evening the score to 3-3, showing their determination to stay in the fight.

Ashu Malik, once again proving to be a key player for Delhi, delivered a stellar raid, adding another point to his team's tally. His ability to navigate through the opposing defense, especially in high-pressure situations, has been one of the standout aspects of his gameplay. Meanwhile, UP Yoddhas were on the verge of inflicting an all-out, keeping the pressure on Delhi.

As the game progressed, the score remained tight, with Dabang Delhi holding a narrow 6-5 lead after the first seven minutes. By halftime, however, the tide had shifted in favor of UP Yoddhas, who led with 8 points compared to Delhi's 6. The match continues to unfold with both teams battling hard for supremacy.

Both teams have predominantly relied on defensive tactics, which, while effective at times, may need further refinement moving forward. The defensive approach has limited the offensive plays, and it is an area both sides will need to focus on improving.

The raiders from both teams have displayed a similar style of play so far, maintaining a balanced contest. As the match reached halftime, the score reflected this even competition, with neither team gaining a significant upper hand.

In the 2nd half of the game, move towards closer sights with Yoddhas and Delhi Inching closer with 13 points each. 

In the last 15 minutes of the game, both teams needs to adopt aggresive strategy otherwise they will be left behind and opposition will make amends in the crunch phase of the game. 

Bhavani Rajput with 5 Points complemented by Sahul Kumar with 4 points in retrospect, Naveen and Ashu scored 4 points each but Yoddhas held their nerves, to ensure winning the team by 27-20. 

In the second match of the day between Puneri Paltan and Patna Pirates, Puneri Paltan took the lead early on, thanks to an impressive attacking performance initiated by their star raider, Aslam Inamdar. Right from the beginning, Inamdar's aggressive approach allowed his team to put pressure on the Pirates' defense, which struggled to contain his pace and precision. His ability to break through the defensive line and score consistently played a crucial role in helping Puneri Paltan establish a strong foothold in the match.

Aman provided solid support to Inamdar, complementing his efforts with some key contributions in both attack and defense. However, it was Inamdar who stood out, with his performance improving as the game progressed. His relentless raiding and sharp decision-making helped Puneri Paltan extend their lead significantly over Patna Pirates. As a result, Puneri Paltan found themselves in a comfortable position as the match unfolded, demonstrating a well-rounded strategy that outplayed the Pirates.

On the other hand, Patna Pirates had their share of challenges, particularly in their defensive setup. Their inability to stop Puneri Paltan's raiders, especially Inamdar, highlighted the gaps in their defense. The Pirates will need to focus on improving their defensive structure to avoid conceding too many points in future games. Their struggles in this match may serve as a wake-up call, pushing them to address the weaknesses in their lineup.

Moreover, there were moments in the game when Patna Pirates likely reflected on their decision to release some of their key players from the previous season. The absence of those star performers may have contributed to their current struggles, as the team appeared to lack the defensive resilience and sharp offensive coordination that characterized their previous campaigns. The Pirates will need to regroup quickly if they want to compete at the highest level in this season.

Eventually, Pirates tried hard in the last  moment of the game but Paltans were too strong for them in today's encounter where the won the game by 40-25.