Match 82 of the Pro Kabaddi League 2025 delivered high drama as UP Yoddhas defeated U Mumba 30–27 in a tightly contested battle at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Delhi. Both teams came into the match with contrasting momentum—U Mumba riding a wave of recent wins, while UP Yoddhas were desperate to break a five-match losing streak.

U Mumba’s Tactical Defense Falls Short

U Mumba, with their disciplined defense and raid-by-plans, began well with the revitalized Ajit Chouhan and Amirmohammad Zafardanesh taking charge. Sunil Kumar and Parvesh Bhainswal were supporting the defense, but couldn’t hold back UP Yoddhas’ high voltage raiders in the second half.

With a balanced team and form going into the season, U Mumba were unable to translate golden moments into points, letting UP Yoddhas capitalize on mistakes and gain steam.

UP Yoddhas Redeem Themselves With Determination and Pace

UP Yoddhas at last broke their losing streak when they played a spirited game. Raider Bhavani Rajput had 7 points to his credit, while Gagan Gowda and Bharat contributed important raids that ensured the scoreboard continued ticking. Defenders Sumit and Hitesh were instrumental in shutting out U Mumba’s attack, particularly towards the end.

This victory boosts the morale of UP Yoddhas and keeps their narrow playoff hopes alive, whereas U Mumba will have to pick up soon to stay in the top-five.

Head-to-Head: A Rivalry That Continues to Evolve

The past has favored UP Yoddhas over U Mumba, and yesterday’s game supported the trend. Of 15 meetings so far, UP Yoddhas now stand at 8 victories, with U Mumba having 6 and one draw.

What’s Next for Both Teams?

• U Mumba: With 7 wins and 7 losses, they are still in the fifth position on the table but need to work on their defense and raid conversions in future matches.
• UP Yoddhas: Now at 5 wins and 9 losses, they need to capitalize on this momentum to remain in playoff contention.

Fans can look forward to more fireworks as Delhi leg continues, with every match now vital for playoff qualification.