Coach Praises Bharat Hooda as Titans Extend Unbeaten Run

For the Telugu Titans, the Chennai leg of PKL 12 has been a continuation of their unbeaten streak, highlighted by a dominant 46-29 victory over Haryana Steelers at the SDAT Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium on Wednesday. The win marked their fifth consecutive success, largely thanks to Bharat Hooda’s outstanding all-round performance, where he scored 20 points, including 16 raid points and 4 tackle points.

Head coach Krishan Kumar Hooda praised Bharat’s consistency this season and credited the team’s strong support system for their success. He highlighted the contributions of coaches, physios, and management, noting the benefits of a long pre-season camp and rigorous training methods that have kept players fit and ready even in case of minor injuries. Captain Vijay Malik emphasized his leadership approach, which focuses on team unity while giving players the freedom to perform on their own. Hooda added that Malik’s presence as captain has been crucial, bringing out the best in the team and maintaining strong unity among players.