Ashu Malik Confident of Recovery Ahead of PKL 12 Final

Dabang Delhi skipper Ashu Malik, who sustained an injury during Qualifier 1 against Puneri Paltan, assured fans of his recovery ahead of the PKL 12 Final. He credited team physios for past support and confirmed he should be fit within 3-4 days. Malik vowed Delhi will approach the final with full determination to lift the trophy.

In the Qualifier 1 of Pro Kabaddi League Season 12, Dabang Delhi secured a thrilling win over Puneri Paltan to book their place in the final. The contest was fiercely fought, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the 40 minutes, eventually finishing level and forcing a tiebreaker. In the decisive moments, Saurabh Nandal’s superb ankle hold on Aslam Inamdar turned the match in Delhi’s favor, helping them seal a hard-fought victory.

After the match, Delhi captain Ashu Malik provided an encouraging update on his fitness. He revealed that with three to four days before the final, he is confident of recovering fully, crediting the team’s physios for their support. Ashu explained how he returned to the mat after a brief injury break, motivated to guide his side even if he couldn’t score, showcasing his leadership and commitment.

He also praised senior players Fazel Atrachali and Surjeet Singh for their constant guidance. Looking ahead, Ashu emphasized that Delhi will approach the final with full intensity, treating it as the season’s ultimate challenge and aiming to lift the trophy. Meanwhile, Puneri Paltan will face the winner of Eliminator 3 in Qualifier 2 for another chance to reach the grand finale.