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Arjun Deshwal’s Outburst After 31-37 Loss; Tamil Thalaivas’ PKL Playoff Hopes Nearly Over

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 3 months ago | Oct 19, 2025 12:02 am IST
Arjun Deshwal's Outburst After 31-37 Loss; Tamil Thalaivas' PKL Playoff Hopes Nearly Over

‘What’s the Use?’: Arjun Deshwal’s Heartbreak After 11-Point Haul Can’t Save Tamil Thalaivas From Crushing PKL Defeat

It was a night of pure frustration for Tamil Thalaivas skipper Arjun Deshwal. After his team slumped to a 31-37 defeat against Dabang Delhi in Pro Kabaddi 2025 on October 17, the star raider couldn’t hide his disappointment, summing up a problem that has plagued his team all season.

Key Takeaways

  • Arjun Deshwal openly questioned the team’s performance, asking, “What is the use of one guy doing well? The team has to win.”
  • The 31-37 loss to Dabang Delhi was Tamil Thalaivas’ fourth consecutive defeat, severely damaging their playoff chances.
  • Deshwal scored another Super 10 with 11 raid points, but received little support from his teammates.
  • Fans are echoing Deshwal’s frustration, blaming an over-reliance on him and calling for big changes next season.

A One-Man Army Isn’t Enough

Look, you can’t win a Kabaddi match alone. Arjun Deshwal is learning that the hard way. He put on another stellar performance, grabbing 11 raid points for yet another Super 10. But it just wasn’t enough. The rest of the raiders couldn’t step up, leaving Deshwal to fight a lonely battle on the mat.

“What is the use of one guy doing well?” Deshwal said after the match. “The team has to win.” His words cut straight to the core of the Thalaivas’ problem. They have one of the best raiders in the league, but Kabaddi is a team game. And right now, they aren’t playing like one.

Social Media Storm: Fans Are Losing Patience

And it’s not just Deshwal who’s feeling the heat. The fans see it, too. They’ve been pointing out the team’s over-reliance on their captain for weeks. After a previous close loss to UP Yoddhas on October 14, one fan noted, “There’s absolutely zero support for star raider Arjun.”

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This latest loss has only amplified those calls. Supporters are now demanding serious changes for the next season, with some even pointing fingers at the team management. They believe the Thalaivas need a complete overhaul to build a balanced squad that doesn’t just lean on one player’s brilliance.

Expert Analysis: A Tale of Two Teams

You just have to look at their opponents, Dabang Delhi, to see the difference. Delhi, sitting comfortably in second place with 26 points, has already qualified for the playoffs. Their stand-in skipper, Fazel Atrachali, even called their remaining matches “practice games” to test out the squad. They’re winning even without key players like Ashu Malik.

That’s what a cohesive unit looks like. For the Thalaivas, this fourth straight loss drops them to ninth place with just 12 points. With only one match left, their playoff dreams are all but over. It’s a brutal contrast that shows exactly what Deshwal was talking about.

So, what’s next for the Tamil Thalaivas? They have one last game to salvage some pride, but the real work will begin in the off-season. Do you think a few player changes are enough, or does the team need a complete reset?