Aslam Inamdar Reveals Ajay Thakur’s Emotional Ultimatum Before Puneri Paltan’s Qualifier Win

After Puneri Paltan’s Qualifier 2 victory in PKL 2025, captain Aslam Inamdar shared that coach Ajay Thakur had vowed to quit coaching if the team lost. Despite an injury, Aslam promised to play through pain and secure victory. Thakur admitted he feared failure after leading the table all season.

As the Puneri Paltan secured a thrilling victory in Qualifier 2 of the Pro Kabaddi League 2025, captain Aslam Inamdar revealed an emotional moment with coach Ajay Thakur that inspired the team’s performance. Aslam shared that after their previous defeat, the team practiced in frustration while he was carrying an injury. During the session, Thakur, visibly disappointed, told Aslam that if they lost again, he would quit coaching and never return to the PKL.

Motivated by his coach’s words, Aslam assured him that he would play through the pain and ensure the team’s victory to keep Thakur at the helm. Ajay Thakur later admitted that while losing does not usually bother him, the thought of falling after finishing at the top of the table would have been painful. He confessed that he would have considered himself at fault as a coach had the team failed to reach the final.

Thakur’s emotional statement and Aslam’s determination underline the deep bond and commitment within the Puneri Paltan camp. Their win not only booked them a place in the PKL 2025 final but also reflected the team’s spirit, resilience, and unity under the passionate guidance of Thakur and the fearless leadership of Aslam.