The PKL 2025 is nearing to close of the group stage matches as the competition among the teams is getting real, with the respective franchise giving tough competition to secure a safe spot in the points table.
Similarly, there were three matches played on October 18, Saturday; Bengal Warriorz vs Jaipur Pink Panthers, where Panthers won in a close contest by 38-30, Telugu Titans vs Puneri Paltans, where Titans won by 40-31, and Bengaluru Bulls vs Dabang Delhi K.C., in which Bulls overcame by 33-23 in the match held at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi.
Let’s take a look at the brief highlights of the games and the impact the PKL 2025 Telugu Titans team and others were able to make in the points table.
PKL 2025: Bengaluru Bulls vs Dabang Delhi K.C. (33–23)
The very first match on October 18 in PKL 2025 was played between Bengaluru Bulls and Dabang Delhi K.C., where the Bulls were able to pull off an incredible victory by 33-23 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium. The star player of the night was Ali Reza Mirzai, who was on form from the time the game started. He delivered a stunning Super 10 with 13 raid points, dominating Dabang Delhi K.C. with a significant edge.
His raiding kept Delhi on its toes and gave the Bulls several super tackle opportunities on their defense. Similarly, Sanjay scored four tackle points in the defensive end with captain Yogesh and Deepak Sankar scoring three points each, keeping the raiders of Delhi at bay.
Dabang Delhi K.C. began the game on a high note, which is why they were leading 3-0 with the help of Mohit Deswal and Akshit Dhull, yet the Bulls soon countered. The highlights were the back hold of Deepak on Naveen, the raid by Ali Reza on Fazel Atrachali, resulting in a super tackle and a vital all-out during the second half that further increased Bengaluru’s score. PKL 2025 Bengaluru Bulls team commanded the game, and the tactical plays and strong defensive play led to an easy victory.
In response, Delhi tried to make a comeback with Mohit scoring 11 points, but his efforts were not enough as the Bulls displayed aggression with raids and defense.
ProKabaddi on X: “Top 8? Consider it bull-dozed ❤️🐂 Bengaluru Bulls become the third team to seal their spot! #PKL12 #ProKabaddi #GhusKarMaarenge #BengaluruBulls
Top 8? Consider it bull-dozed ❤️🐂
Bengaluru Bulls become the third team to seal their spot!#PKL12 #ProKabaddi #GhusKarMaarenge #BengaluruBulls pic.twitter.com/bvRFwTw5Zz
— ProKabaddi (@ProKabaddi) October 18, 2025
Bengaluru Bulls Secure Playoff Berth
Following the dominant win over Dabang Delhi K.C., the PKL 2025 Bengaluru Bulls team has officially sealed the spot for the PKL 2025 playoffs. The 33-23 win was their ninth victory in 16 matches and has successfully ensured the top-eight spot and chance to compete for the title.
The Bulls’ overall success is fueled by the performance of Ali Reza Mirzai, whose Super 10 was one of the key factors of the win. They are now in the third spot in the PKL 2025 points table, showing a threatening factor to other teams in the competition. Their momentum in the competition could lead them to win another title in the PKL Season 12.
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Match 95: Telugu Titans vs Puneri Paltan (40–31)
The second match in the PKL 2025 on October 18 was played between Telugu Titans and Puneri Paltan, where the Titans successfully dominated the match by 40-31, securing the top eight spot in the tournament. Played at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in New Delhi, the win was crucial for the PKL 2025 Telugu Titans team to secure their spot in the top eight of the tournament, boosting their confidence ahead of the playoffs.
Vijay Malik stood out as the most impressive player as he finished a brilliant Super 10 and dominated the attack of the Titans throughout the game. His accurate raiding and intelligent gameplay sustained the Paltan defense in return. Multi-point raids also played a significant part by Bharat Hooda, who aided the Telugu Titans to take an early lead.
On the defensive side, the PKL 2025 Telugu Titans team was also very impressive. Shubham Shinde tore two High Fives in a season and a Super Tackle, and Avi Duhan played a vital part, as the Titans caused two all-outs to Puneri Paltan. These are the main moments that enabled the Titans to control the game and hold on to it during both halves.
Puneri Paltan made an attempt to retaliate, but the play of Sachin Tanwar with nine points and Vaibhav Rabade, Dadaso Pujari, and Mohd Amaan on board did not help them to counter the balanced attack and good defense of the Titans. The Paltan still lost despite a late all-out, and the Titans had no difficulty holding on to their twelve-point margin to end the game 40-31.
The victory showed that Telugu Titans had a powerful offense and defense, while the strongest highlights were Super 10 by Vijay Malik and the defensive genius of Shubham Shinde. Through this outcome, the Titans not only obtained a significant victory on their list but also demonstrated that they are serious about making the PKL 2025 playoffs.
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Titans Seals Top-Eight Spot
After the famous 40-31 victory over Puneri Paltan, the Telugu Titans have officially secured a top-eight spot in the PKL 2025. The result also displays the Titans’ consistent and dominant performance throughout the tournament. One of the key factors in the Titans’ win was Vijay Malik’s Super 10, including a crucial raid point which kept the Puneri Paltans under pressure. However, at the end of the game, Paltan tried to make a comeback, but Titans held their nerves to maintain a twelve-point lead in the second half.
ProKabaddi on X: “Clash of the Titans? More like a DASH to the Top-8 💨 Telugu Titans beat the table-toppers to secure their spot 🔥 #PKL12 #ProKabaddi #GhusKarMaarenge #TeluguTitans #PuneriPaltan
Clash of the Titans? More like a DASH to the Top-8 💨
Telugu Titans beat the table-toppers to secure their spot 🔥 #PKL12 #ProKabaddi #GhusKarMaarenge #TeluguTitans #PuneriPaltan pic.twitter.com/b3rv6zzH7U
— ProKabaddi (@ProKabaddi) October 18, 2025
They will be playing the PKL 2025 final match against Haryana Steelers on October 22, 2025, while Puneri Paltan has no matches left in their fixtures of the PKL 2025.
Match 96: Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Bengal Warriorz (38–30)
In the PKL 2025 final match number 96 held at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi, Jaipur Pink Panthers put up a brilliant performance against Bengal Warriorz to win the game by 38-30, securing back-to-back victories and strengthening their chances of making it to the playoffs.
Among the players, star raider Nitin Kumar Dhankar displayed a heroic performance, delivering an outstanding Super 10 with 15 raid points. His decision to come back to the team has been a definite boost to the morale of the team, as the Panthers have won the last two games played since his return. Another important contributor was Ali Samadi, who scored five raid points, but the defense appeared to be very sharp and composed at all times. Aryan Kumar and Nitin Rawal were effective in the tackles with Deepanshu Khatri; they prevented the leading raiders at Bengal at critical times.
In the case of the Bengal Warriorz, captain Devank Dalal failed to achieve a Super 10 and scored only nine raid points on the first occasion this season. It was a good match, but Bengal could not compete with Jaipur in terms of intensity and teamwork.
The Panthers began with a strong start and created an early lead, and did not give the Warriorz a chance to come back. There were Super Raids by Nitin Kumar, timely All Outs, and careful defensive organization that did not give the opponents any chance to recover.
The fans were excited by the energy of Jaipur and applauded the excellent performance of Nitin Kumar. This win not only helped the Jaipur Pink Panthers to rise to seventh position in the table, but also ensured that they retained their dream of getting to the playoffs. Their subsequent games with U Mumba (October 21) and Patna Pirates (October 23) will be critical to be assured of a top-eight spot.
Hopes Alive for Panthers
Following the four consecutive losses in the PKL 2025, the Jaipur Pink Panthers have started to find the rhythm in the competition, making a much-needed comeback at the right time. Their last 38-30 win over Bengal Warriorz has certainly kept the hopes alive for the playoffs. Meanwhile, Bengal Warriorz are at the bottom of the points table with 0 points from 16 games after facing their second consecutive defeat.
Jaipur is now in the seventh position in the points table with 16 points in 16 matches, and is left with two PKL 2025 final matches against U Mumba and Patna Pirates. If they continue this momentum, they will certainly be the three-time champions of the tournament.
Jyoti Sharma’s Perspective
As a Kabaddi enthusiast, the matches that were played on October 18 between nine teams show the competitive nature of the PKL 2025, where any team can make a comeback at any moment of the game. Despite four consecutive losses, Jaipur Pink Panthers won back-to-back games, keeping the hopes alive for the playoffs. On the other hand, Bengaluru Bulls and Telugu Titans have officially confirmed the top-eight spot in the tournament, inching towards the playoffs.
The remaining PKL 2025 final match is expected to be a much banger one since the teams will be fighting for the top-eight spot and possibly win the title of the PKL 2025. I am looking forward to what the tournament will offer for fans like me.
PKL 2025: October 18 Matches FAQ
- Who won the match between Jaipur Pink Panthers and Bengal Warriorz on October 18, 2025?
Jaipur Pink Panthers won the match by 38-30 over Bengal Warriors, giving them two consecutive wins. - Who was the star player of Jaipur Pink Panthers in its victory over Bengal Warriorz?
The Super 10 of Nitin Kumar Dhankar (who scored 15 raid points) and his role in the win were the stars of the match. - How did the Bengaluru Bulls vs Dabang Delhi K.C. match end up?
Bengaluru Bulls won on a final score of 33-23 against Dabang Delhi K.C., where Ali Reza Mirzai scored a Super 10 of 13 raid points. - Are Bengaluru Bulls yet to the playoffs of PKL 2025?
Yes. Bengaluru Bulls have clinched a top-eight position in the PKL 2025 playoffs after beating Dabang Delhi K.C. - Who was the best player on the Telugu Titans in the victory?
Vijay Malik was the most important asset of the Telugu Titans as he scored a super 10 and was instrumental in the PKL 2025 Telugu Titans team’s win.
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