Hyderabad, Feb. 27 -- The Haryana Steelers entered the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) semi-finals for the first time after defeating Gujarat Giants 42-25 in Eliminator 2 in Hyderabad on Monday. Meanwhile, Steelers head coach Manpreet Singh compared Jaideep with India cricket legend Virender Sehwag.

As quoted in a release by PKL, Manpreet Singh said, "I am really happy that we have made it to the Semi-Finals. Jaideep is the Virender Sehwag of our team. If Jaideep plays well then it becomes very easy for Haryana Steelers to win games. Our match against Jaipur is going to be a good contest. They are an experienced side. We are very motivated to win the Semi-Final."

Meanwhile, the Jaipur Pink Panthers also booked their place in the Semi-Finals af...