Top 5 Players With The Highest Raid Points in Single Match in PKL History
The primary raiders in a Kabaddi team bear the responsibility of leading raids, tasked with securing the majority of points for their teams. They play a pivotal role in accumulating scores, and frequently, the success or failure of a team hinges on the performance of its lead raider.
In addition to the delight of witnessing skillful raiding, there are instances where raiders astoundingly dominate the opposition with their exceptional attacking prowess. In this context, let’s delve into the top five raiders who have notched up the highest raid points in a single Pro Kabaddi match.
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Top 5 Players With The Highest Raid Points in Single Match in PKL History
1. Pawan Sehrawat | Pro Kabaddi Season 7
The dynamic raider, Pawan Sehrawat, widely known as the Hi-Flyer, consistently captures attention whenever he steps onto the kabaddi mat, showcasing a remarkable ability to take the game directly to the opposition. In a memorable display during Match 118 of Season 7, playing for the Bengaluru Bulls against the Haryana Steelers, Sehrawat delivered an extraordinary performance, amassing an impressive 39 raid points.
On that electrifying night, Sehrawat unleashed a relentless onslaught, attempting an impressive 38 raids. His exceptional skills and strategic acumen propelled him to be the sole raid point scorer for his team, guiding the Bulls to a commanding 23-point victory. This standout performance marked one of the pinnacle moments of his campaign.
Notably, Pawan Sehrawat emerged as the undisputed standout raider of Season 7, concluding the season with a phenomenal total of 346 raid points.
2. Pardeep Narwal | Pro Kabaddi Season 7
In the concluding match of their Season 7 campaign, Patna Pirates, led by the Record-Breaker Pardeep Narwal, delivered a spectacular performance in Match 124. Narwal, renowned for his exceptional raiding skills, took center stage and amassed a staggering 34 points against Bengal Warriors.
Despite the Warriors maintaining a competitive stance, trailing 45-35 with less than four minutes remaining, Pardeep Narwal exhibited unmatched prowess. In a stunning display, he thwarted the opposition defenders, executing two Super Raids in the final minutes of the match. This extraordinary effort propelled the Pirates to a resounding 28-point victory.
While the Pirates and Narwal fell short of making it to the playoffs in Season 7, the indomitable raider concluded the campaign as the second-best in his category, accumulating an impressive total of 302 raid points. Despite the team’s playoff aspirations falling short, Pardeep Narwal’s record-breaking performances added a remarkable chapter to the Season 7 kabaddi saga.
3. Pardeep Narwal | Pro Kabaddi Season 5
Pardeep Narwal stands as a unique figure in the realm of Pro Kabaddi, holding the distinction of being the sole raider to achieve the remarkable feat of scoring 30-plus raid points twice in a single match. This exceptional accomplishment unfolded not only in Season 7, where he garnered an impressive 34 points but also in Season 5, where he showcased his brilliance against Haryana Steelers in a crucial must-win encounter for Patna Pirates.
During Eliminator 2 of Season 5, Pardeep Narwal exhibited his brilliant best, delivering a performance that underscored his extraordinary skills. This particular match is etched in the annals of kabaddi history for Narwal’s stunning 8-point raid, a masterful display executed with his trademark dubki move. This strategic maneuver played a pivotal role in securing victory for Patna Pirates in a crucial playoff clash.
The entirety of Season 5 proved to be a standout chapter for the Dubki King. Not only did he lead the champion team as their captain, but he also established an individual record by amassing a staggering 369 raid points. This remarkable achievement still stands as the record for the most raid points in a single season, solidifying Pardeep Narwal’s legacy as one of the most prolific raiders in Pro Kabaddi history.
4. Rohit Kumar | Pro Kabaddi Season 5
In Pro Kabaddi Season 5, Rohit Kumar, the captain of Bengaluru Bulls, showcased exemplary leadership and raiding prowess in Match 51. Facing U.P. Yoddhas, Rohit delivered a memorable performance by amassing an impressive 30 points, playing a pivotal role in securing a dominant 64-24 victory for his team.
Rohit Kumar’s stellar raiding form extended throughout the season, making him the second-highest raid points scorer in Season 5 with a notable total of 219 raid points. His consistency and strategic acumen were further highlighted by his achievement as the joint second-highest Super 10 scorer, recording 12 such instances in the fifth edition of Pro Kabaddi.
5. Pawan Sehrawat | Pro Kabaddi Season 7
Before Pawan Sehrawat etched his name as the raider with the most raid points in a Pro Kabaddi match, he offered a preview of his exceptional capabilities during the clash between Bengaluru Bulls and Bengal Warriors in Match 24 of Season 7. At a critical juncture in the game, with less than 12 minutes remaining, the Bulls found themselves trailing by a substantial 11 points. It was in this challenging scenario that the Hi-Flyer, Pawan Sehrawat, showcased his resilience and emerged as the savior for the Bulls.
The Most Valuable Player (MVP) from Season 6 once again demonstrated his mettle, orchestrating a remarkable 19-8 comeback in the last quarter. Sehrawat’s incredible performance under pressure not only turned the tide of the match but also secured a sensational victory for the Bulls, snatching success from the brink of defeat.
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