Pro Kabaddi 2019: Predicting the starting 7 for the Patna Pirates

Right In: Mohammad Esmaeil Maghsoudlumahalli

Mohammad Esmaeil Maghsoudlumahalli is an Iranian all-rounder.

Mohammad Esmaeil Maghsoudlu has become a renowned name in international kabaddi. Although he has no prior experience in the Pro Kabaddi League, Mohammad Esmaeil Maghsoudlu was signed by the Patna Pirates for ₹35 lakh.

Representing Iran, Mohammad Esmaeil was an integral part of the silver medal-winning team at the 2016 Kabaddi World Cup and Dubai Kabaddi Masters 2018. He scored 27 raid points in four matches at an average of 6.75 raid points in the Kabaddi Masters.

In the Asian Games 2018 semi-final versus India, Esmaeil Maghsoudlu scored a brilliant High 5 which led his team to a gold medal finish. His fantastic efforts in both offense and defense helped Iran to capture their first-ever gold medal at the Asian Games event.

A versatile all-rounder, Esmaeil Maghsoudlu raids from the right side and can execute dives from the cover defense. He will provide immense support to the team and could be a lethal prospect for the opposition.