Narrated by Kumar Varun.

On the sixth day of battle, the Pandavas fought in a crocodile formation (Makara Vyuha) against the Kauravas' heron formation (Krauncha Vyuha). Bhima launched a ferocious attack on Duryodhana’s brothers, fighting on foot with his mace and causing widespread destruction. Dhrishtadyumna saved Bhima from being overwhelmed, while Drona devastated the Pandava forces, forcing Dhrishtadyumna to retreat.Bhima and Duryodhana clashed, with Bhima leaving Duryodhana unconscious before Kripa rescued him. By sunset, Bhishma rallied the Kaurava forces and inflicted heavy losses on the Pandavas. The Pandavas returned to camp relieved but battered, while Duryodhana despaired over his mounting losses.Bibliography, Sources, and suggested further readings:Vyasa's Mahabharata (Critical Edition)C. Rajagopalachari, MahabharataKisari Mohan Ganguli, The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, English TranslationRamesh Menon, The Mahabharata: A Modern RenderingJohn D. Smith, The Mahabharata: An Abridged Translation