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PKL 12: Patna Pirates Snatch Tie-Breaker Win; Ayan’s Super 10 Stuns Bengaluru Bulls in Thriller

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 1 month ago | Oct 17, 2025 04:02 am IST
PKL 12: Patna Pirates Snatch Tie-Breaker Win; Ayan's Super 10 Stuns Bengaluru Bulls in Thriller

You just can’t script drama like this. In a heart-stopping Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 match on October 16, 2025, the Patna Pirates clinched a razor-thin tie-breaker victory against a stunned Bengaluru Bulls. This wasn’t just a win; it was a chaotic, edge-of-your-seat thriller that completely flips the script on the playoff race.

Key Takeaways

  • Patna Pirates defeated Bengaluru Bulls in a dramatic tie-breaker finish.
  • Ayan Lohchab was the star for the Pirates, scoring another incredible Super 10.
  • The loss is a major blow to Bengaluru Bulls, who were on a three-match winning streak.
  • This result significantly impacts the tight race for the PKL 12 playoff spots.

Ayan Lohchab: The One-Man Army

Look, let’s be real. The story of this match is Ayan Lohchab. The man is simply on another level this season. He came into this game already carrying the team, scoring over 50% of the team’s raid points this season. And he did it again.

With 155 raid points in just 13 matches and eight Super 10s to his name, he faced one of the league’s toughest defenses and still came out on top. When the pressure was at its peak, it was Ayan’s raids, alongside Mandeep’s support, that got the Pirates over the line. What a performance.

Bengaluru’s Fortress Finally Breached

But don’t get it twisted, the Bengaluru Bulls are a force. They were sitting comfortably in 4th place and riding a massive wave of momentum with three straight wins. Their defense is an absolute wall. Seriously.

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Deepak Sankar has been a revelation, racking up 45 tackle points in 13 matches with four High 5s. Alongside their captain Yogesh, they’ve been shutting down the best raiders all season. But on this night, Patna’s relentless attack just found a way to punch through when it mattered most. That has to sting.

What This Means for the Playoffs

So, what’s the fallout? It’s huge. For the Patna Pirates, this is a lifeline. After a tough 40-32 loss to the Gujarat Giants that hurt their chances, this win injects some much-needed hope into their campaign. They showed they can beat the best, just like they did when they defeated Haryana Steelers 39-32.

For the Bengaluru Bulls, it’s a brutal reality check. Just when they looked set to solidify their spot in the top eight, this loss throws everything into question. The road to the playoffs just got a whole lot tougher for them. Every single match from here on out is a must-win.

But honestly, isn’t this why we love kabaddi? The sheer unpredictability of it all. Who do you think has the edge in the playoff race now? The battle is far from over.