"When the PKL started, defenders didn't have much value, and there weren't many tackle points as the raiders ruled the roost. But nowadays there are more defensive moves. A single raider can never win the trophy for a team now, you need defenders," said Kumar, who led U Mumba to their only PKL trophy in Season 2.
Among the playoff contenders, Kumar has been particularly impressed with the Haryana Steelers' approach. "The Steelers have impressed the most this season, both their defenders and raiders...Their defence especially has done tremendous work, whether you talk about (Mohammadreza) Shadloui or Rahul (Sethpal)."
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