“Wasn’t aware of 1200-point milestone, focus was on win,” says Telugu Titans’ captain Pawan Sehrawat

The Telugu Titans kicked off their Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 with a fantastic win against the Bengaluru Bulls at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad. After putting in a performance to remember, the Telugu Titans’ coach, Krishan Kumar Hooda, was undoubtedly happy, not only with his team but also with the support of the fans.

“I am very happy with the way the team performed and executed our plans on the opening day. The atmosphere in the stadium was also fantastic, the fans were brilliant, and we promise to do all we can to perform to the best of our ability,” said Krishan Kumar Hooda.

“The way our team played, right from the starting to the final whistle, whether it was in attack or in defence, it was superb. I expected the team to play well, but the players have exceeded my expectations against the Bengaluru Bulls, especially the defence,” the Telugu Titans’ coach added.

However, it was the hi-flyer Pawan Sehrawat who stole the show in the first game of PKL Season 11. The ace raider was in fine form, scoring 13 raid points in the match, and became only the third player in the history of the competition to achieve the 1200-point milestone.

Reflecting on the landmark, Sehrawat said, “Before the game, I wasn’t even aware that I was closing in on the 1200-point mark for myself. When I came to the stadium, my only focus was to ensure that we as a team do well and come away with the win in the opening game.”

Looking back on what was a clinical performance, the captain praised the Telugu Titans’ strong defence. He said, “Our coach has been a pillar of strength for us all through. I believe our defensive unit is one of the best, and they supported the raiders and attackers a lot. There will be good and bad days, but our coach and I believe that the defensive set-up is one of the best.”

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