PKL 12: Top 5 Star Players to Watch Out for Puneri Paltans in Upcoming Seasons?
Puneri Paltans story should be given rights to make perfect Bollywood story where they won the marquee event in Season 10 under the leadership of Aslam Inamdar.
The credit should be given to Coach BC Ramesh who played a pivotal role in guiding all players tactically so that they could defeat other teams to win Pro Kabaddi Season 10 title.
The Moment Aslam Inamdar got injured after playing first few games in PKL 11, they fell like a pack of cards where nothing seems to work for them in mid season, Coach Ramesh was sent into distinct domain and Ajay Thakur was brought in as Assistant Coach however the magic they exhibited in Season 10 that same magic was lost in Season 11.
The way Puneri Paltans performed, after first few games seems like a lost puzzle where every player, official and stakeholders working hard behind the scenes were trying to find the missing pieces of puzzle.
Overall looking at things from Outside Perspective, skipper Inamdar was the biggest strength of this franchise the moment he was out from competition it seems that franchise had no answer.
However he is back for PKL 12 with full mojo where he would be expected to do wonders in the Upcoming Marquee event so let’s dive deep into 5 Star Players to Watch Out for Puneri Paltans for PKL 12 to be shared in the below format:
1. Aslam Inamdar:
You have heard about him more often in this article, the man “Aslam Inamdar” is the biggest star in Current Puneri Paltans franchise where he delivered for the side in back to back matches with his all round performance( offence and defence)
He has taken several decisions, as leader to make sure Paltans reach at the highest pedestal to make name for himself.
His way of talking to Media is another factor which plays an important role in overall growth and development.
Let’s Decode Aslam Inamdar’s Stats to be shared in the below format which would talk about his greatness on the mat in PKL Arena.
Total Number of Matches Played by Aslam Inamdar in PKL 10: 23
Total Points Earned by Aslam Inamdar in PKL 10: 168 Points
Raid Points Per Match in PKL 10: 6.17
Not Out % by Aslam Inamdar in PKL 10: 90.67%
Total Raids Attempted by him in PKL 10: 343
Successful Raid %: 41.39%
No of Super Raids: 9
No of Super 10: 3
Total Raid Points by Aslam Inamdar in PKL 10: 142
Average Raid Points Per Match: 6.17
Aslam Inamdar is vital cog for franchise and he would be looking to reclaim his glory in Upcoming season, where he would don multiple hats for the franchise.
2. Mohit Goyat:
Mohit Goyat is another Star Player to Watch Out for Puneri Paltans in PKL 12 where he complement Inamdar brilliantly from the other end.
Mohit Goyat is one of the most important player for the franchise with his ability to steal points in the crunch scenario of the game to make it more consistent for the franchise,
Mohit Goyat, Aslam Inamdar and Pankaj Mohite are the deadly trio who are always expected to perform in winning causes for the side in Upcoming PKL Season.
3. Pankaj Mohite:
He is another vital cog in Puneri Paltans franchise, where he is also one of the star raiders within the team to steal points against opposition.
Pankaj Mohite became leader in last season in absence of Aslam Inamdar, where he did well in first few games but he failed to replicate the same performances in the longer run.
Pankaj Mohite is certainly one of the brightest star in the franchise, and good players are always the one who correct themselves quite early.
4. Gaurav Khatri:
He plays as Right Corner Defender for the franchise, and is recognized for his rock solid presence in his defence.
He was top scoring defender in the finals for Puneri Paltans where he played pivotal role in the final for the franchise.
In Season 11, he played 21 matches where he attained 59% Tackle Success Rate where he earned 61 points and his ability to perform in big games and executing his skills in defense makes him one of the star players for the franchise.
5. Abhinesh Nadarajan:
Abhinesh Nadarajan falls in category of 5 Star Players to Watch out for Puneri Paltans for PKL 12, as he plays for right cover defender position and he has been consistent performer for the franchise since he made his debut for Puneri Paltan.
In 83 games he has played so far, he scored High 5 in his debut match, where he amassed 184 points.
In Season 11, He played 22 matches with Tackle Success Rate being 44% and his reliability and defensive skills makes Puneri Paltans a formidable defensive Unit.
These 5 Players are heart and soul of the franchise and star attractions to watch out for Upcoming PKL 12 season where they would be expected to deliver in offence and defence.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q- 1. What makes Aslam Inamdar the most valuable player for Puneri Paltan?
His all-round consistency, leadership qualities, and ability to perform under pressure make him the backbone of the team.
2. How did Aslam perform in PKL 10, and what were his key stats?
He played 23 matches, scored 168 total points, with a raid success rate of 41.39% and a remarkable Not Out percentage of 90.67%.
3. Why is Aslam Inamdar’s media presence significant for the franchise?
His mature and composed way of addressing the media strengthens Puneri Paltan’s brand and boosts the team’s morale and public image.
The best part about him is his accountability where he takes the responsibilities in press conference irrespective of results franchise attain.
Aslam overall game (offence, defence is top notch along with his brilliant captaincy skills and screen presence in front of camera makes him one of the top and future star for Kabaddi in India.
Inamdar dedication along with grit, mental resilience makes him one of the star performers in the popular Combat Sport.
Overall Ajay Thakur coming as Head Coach for the franchise and Captain Inamdar is back so the results expected from one of the decorated franchise in PKL.
Puneri Paltans results is certainly expected to hit different note in terms of results but everything will depend on the consistency, physical and mental resilience on the offer so that franchise could regain their lost mojo back and attain the same performance level unlike Season 10.
The Road won’t be easy for them, ideally they have all the players in their arsenal to make sure Paltans achieve desire success in Upcoming Edition.
