Ajit Chouhan & Anil Mohan Shine As U Mumba Edge Past Tamil Thalaivas 42-39 in Thrilling Pro Kabaddi 2025 Clash
Ajit Chouhan and Anil Mohan starred as U Mumba defeated Tamil Thalaivas 42-39 in a nail-biting Pro Kabaddi 2025 clash. Check top 5 highlights, key performances, and match-breaking moments from this thrilling encounter
In one of the most dramatic turnarounds of Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 so far, U Mumba stunned the Tamil Thalaivas with a spirited comeback at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Vizag on Sunday.
Despite Arjun Deshwal’s Super 10 powering the Thalaivas for much of the match, a late surge from Ajit Chouhan and Anil Mohan flipped the contest on its head. U Mumba, once trailing by nine points, completed the comeback to register a thrilling 36-33 victory.
The match began with Ajit Chouhan giving them the early lead through successful raids, before Arjun Deshwal’s Do-or-Die raid in the 16th minute shifted the momentum towards the Thalaivas.
Post the first-half timeout, both teams exchanged the lead, with Anil Mohan – Category D’s most expensive player – producing a crucial raid with just one man left on the mat. He picked up a touch point and a bonus, followed by a Super Tackle from Rinku to keep U Mumba in the game. At half-time, Pawan’s dismissal of Sunil Kumar ensured the Thalaivas went in ahead 14-11.
An ALL OUT on U Mumba early in the second half stretched the Thalaivas’ advantage. Arjun Deshwal completed his second Super 10 in as many matches, while Nitesh Kumar shone when he dismissed Ajit Chouhan. Soon after, Pawan added two more points as the Thalaivas opened up a nine-point lead.
But U Mumba launched a remarkable fightback. Ajit Chouhan and Anil Mohan spearheaded the charge, cutting the deficit to just two points with five minutes left. The pressure told as U Mumba not only avoided another ALL OUT but inflicted one of their own on the Thalaivas, turning the contest in their favour.
With the game slipping away, an unforced error from Pawan sealed the result. The Sunil Kumar-led U Mumba completed an improbable comeback to snatch a 36-33 victory – their second win after beating the Gujarat Giants in a tie-breaker on Saturday night.
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2025 witnessed one of its most nail-biting encounters when U Mumba defeated Tamil Thalaivas 42-39 in a high-voltage clash. With Ajit Chouhan and Anil Mohan putting on stellar performances, the match kept fans at the edge of their seats till the final whistle.
This close contest not only highlighted the tactical brilliance of both sides but also reaffirmed why PKL continues to be one of India’s most entertaining sporting leagues.
Ajit Chouhan was undoubtedly the star of the night. Scoring 12 raid points, he consistently broke through the Tamil Thalaivas’ defense and ensured U Mumba maintained the upper hand. His agility and fearless raiding in the dying moments of the match tilted the balance in U Mumba’s favor, leaving the opposition with little room for recovery.
While Chouhan attacked, Anil Mohan stood tall in defense, scoring 6 crucial tackle points. His ability to stop Tamil Thalaivas’ star raiders at critical junctures proved to be the difference-maker. Every time the Thalaivas looked like building momentum, Mohan’s sharp tackles cut them short.
Despite the loss, Tamil Thalaivas deserve credit for their spirited fightback. Led by their captain, they narrowed the gap in the second half, reducing the deficit to just one point at one stage. Their young raiders impressed with swift moves, but missed opportunities in the final three minutes cost them the game.
The match truly came alive in the second half when both sides traded points aggressively. From super raids to all-outs, the momentum shifted multiple times. U Mumba’s composure under pressure was evident as they held their nerve, especially when the Thalaivas threatened a late comeback.
U Mumba: The win strengthens their campaign in PKL 2025, with Chouhan and Mohan proving to be game-changers. Their teamwork and balance between attack and defense were on full display.
Tamil Thalaivas: While the loss was heartbreaking, their fighting spirit and attacking intent were positives. With better execution in crunch moments, they remain strong contenders in the league.
As soon as the match ended, social media lit up with praise for Ajit Chouhan and Anil Mohan. Fans hailed U Mumba’s thrilling performance, while many sympathized with Tamil Thalaivas for their near win. Hashtags like #UMumbaVsTamilThalaivas and #ProKabaddi2025 quickly began trending.
