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PKL 12: Coach Vows to Drop Ashish Narwal After Blunder Ends 5-Match Streak

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 3 weeks ago | Oct 17, 2025 12:02 am IST
PKL 12: Coach Vows to Drop Ashish Narwal After Blunder Ends 5-Match Streak

Drama. Absolute drama. In a stunning turn of events on October 16, 2025, the Telugu Titans’ five-match winning streak came to a crashing halt against the Bengal Warriorz. But it wasn’t just the loss in the tie-breaker that has everyone talking; it’s the explosive aftermath and a coach pointing the finger directly at one of his own players.

Key Takeaways

  • Bengal Warriorz defeated Telugu Titans in a nail-biting tie-breaker, securing their fifth win of PKL 12.
  • The loss snapped the Titans’ impressive five-match winning streak.
  • Coach Krishan Hooda publicly blamed raider Ashish Narwal for the defeat due to a failed raid in the tie-breaker.
  • Hooda made a strong statement, declaring he won’t give Ashish Narwal more chances with the team.
  • Devank Dalal of Bengal Warriorz was a star, scoring his 14th Super 10 with 18 points.

What Just Happened?

Look, tie-breakers are always tense. But this one was something else. With everything on the line, Telugu Titans’ raider Ashish Narwal went in for a crucial raid and came back empty-handed. That single failed attempt was all the Bengal Warriorz needed. They capitalized, sealed the deal, and walked away with the win, leaving the Titans stunned.

This wasn’t just any loss. It broke a winning streak that had put the Titans in a fantastic position. You could feel the momentum shift in an instant. For the Warriorz, it was a massive victory, their fifth of the season, powered by a stellar performance from Devank Dalal who racked up 18 points in his 14th career Super 10. Manjeet also chipped in with a solid high-five on defense.

A Coach’s Fury

But honestly, the real story unfolded after the final whistle. Telugu Titans’ head coach, Krishan Hooda, was visibly furious. In the post-match press conference, he didn’t hold back. He placed the blame for the loss squarely on Ashish Narwal’s shoulders. When asked about Narwal’s future, Hooda’s statement sent shockwaves through the league.

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“I will not give him any more chances,” Hooda stated, making it crystal clear that Narwal’s blunder was, in his eyes, unforgivable. You just don’t see a coach publicly call out a player like that very often. It’s a bold, and controversial, move that has split opinions among fans and pundits alike.

Social Media Storm

As you can imagine, the internet exploded. Reddit threads and social media were on fire. Fans are debating everything. Was Hooda right to be so public with his criticism? Or was it an unfair move that could shatter a player’s confidence? There’s no middle ground here; people are either backing the coach for his brutal honesty or defending the player from the public shaming.

What’s Next for the Titans and Narwal?

So, where do they go from here? The Telugu Titans have to regroup, and fast. A loss like this, combined with internal team drama, can derail a season. They need to fix the team morale and figure out their raiding strategy without Narwal, assuming Hooda sticks to his word.

And for Ashish Narwal? His future is suddenly up in the air. Will another team take a chance on him? Or will he have to fight his way back into the Titans’ good graces? One thing’s for sure: the next Telugu Titans match is now must-see TV. What do you think will happen? Let us know.