UP Yoddhas Stun U Mumba 40-24 in Delhi; Guman Singh's Super 10 Breaks Losing Streak

Did you catch the massive upset that rocked PKL 2025? On October 13, 2025, UP Yoddhas absolutely stunned U Mumba with a dominant 40-24 victory at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Delhi, and honestly, nobody saw it coming! This wasn’t just a win; it was a statement.

Key Takeaways

UP Yoddhas secured a dominant 40-24 victory over U Mumba in Match 82 of PKL Season 12.
Guman Singh was the standout performer, achieving a Super 10 for UP Yoddhas.
The victory snapped UP Yoddhas’ five-match losing streak, reigniting their playoff hopes.
U Mumba’s usually efficient defense struggled to contain the Yoddhas’ offense.

Match Turning Points

Look, going into this, U Mumba was sitting pretty at 5th on the points table. They had 14 points from 13 matches, with seven wins under their belt. Meanwhile, UP Yoddhas were way down at 10th, with just eight points and a dismal four wins from 13 games. But honestly, none of that mattered once the whistle blew in Delhi.

The turning point? It had to be the second half. U Mumba’s defense, which was the most efficient in the entire season averaging 11 tackle points per game, just couldn’t hold back the Yoddhas’ momentum. They struggled big time. Yeah, it was a shocker.

Expert Analysis

Pro Kabaddi League analyst, Rakesh Sharma, commented, “UP Yoddhas came in with a clear strategy to convert narrow margins into positive momentum. Guman Singh’s performance was not just good; it was absolutely game-changing. He practically carried their raiding efforts, especially when it mattered most.” This win wasn’t just luck; it was pure execution against a formidable defense.

Before this match, Gagan Gowda was UP Yoddhas’ lead raider with 115 raid points in 13 matches. But on October 13, Guman Singh stepped up in a major way. Sandeep Kumar, U Mumba’s lead raider, had 92 raid points in 11 matches, but even his efforts couldn’t spark a comeback.

Social Media Storm

Twitter, or X, exploded after the match! Fans were absolutely buzzing about #PKL2025Upset. “Did anyone else see Guman Singh’s Super 10? Absolutely incredible!” one fan tweeted. Another wrote, “U Mumba’s defense just crumbled. What happened tonight?” The social media reactions highlighted the shock and excitement this unexpected victory brought to the league.

It’s rare to see a team sitting 10th on the table dominate one in the top five like this. So, yeah, the internet went wild. Everyone was talking about how this changes everything for the playoff race. You couldn’t escape it.

Tournament Impact

This win? It was more than just two points. For UP Yoddhas, it was a crucial lifeline. They snapped a brutal five-match losing streak, giving them a much-needed boost for their playoff aspirations. Suddenly, that 10th spot doesn’t feel so permanent.

And for U Mumba, it’s a wake-up call. Their stellar defense, usually their strong suit, faltered badly. They need to regroup fast if they want to maintain their position and make a deep run in PKL 2025. The league, which commenced on August 29, 2025, in Vizag and saw its Delhi leg kick off on October 10, just got a whole lot more interesting.

What’s Next?

So, what does this mean moving forward? The playoff picture just got a lot murkier, right? UP Yoddhas will definitely carry this momentum into their next fixtures. Can they keep this fire burning? And how will U Mumba respond after such a shocking defeat? This season just keeps getting more intense. You won’t want to miss what happens next!

UP Yoddhas Stun U Mumba 40-24 in Delhi; Guman Singh’s Super 10 Breaks Losing Streak