Jaipur Polo Season 2026 Launches with Elite Raffles Sirmour Cup Tournament
The vibrant city of Jaipur is set to host the much-anticipated Jaipur Polo Season 2026, commencing with the prestigious Raffles Sirmour Cup (14-goal) on Tuesday. This annual highlight of the polo calendar will showcase four top-tier teams battling for supremacy at the iconic Rajasthan Polo Club (RPC) Ground.
Tournament Teams and Schedule Details
The competition features a formidable lineup of teams: Jaipur Aravali, Jindal Polo, Carysil Suhana, and Vimal Arion Achievers. The action-packed schedule is as follows:
- Tuesday, February 10: Jaipur Aravali vs. Jindal Polo at RPC Ground.
- Wednesday, February 11: Carysil Suhana vs. Vimal Arion Achievers at RPC Ground.
- Thursday, February 12: Maintenance day with no matches.
- Friday, February 13: Cross semi-final matches at PPC and RPC Grounds.
- Saturday, February 14: A special test match between Eton College and Mayo College at RPC Ground from 3:30 PM onwards.
- Saturday, February 15: The grand final of the Raffles Sirmour Cup at RPC Ground.
Star-Studded Player Rosters
Each team boasts an impressive roster of skilled players, promising high-octane matches:
- Jaipur Aravali: Padmanabh Singh, Lance Watson, Pratap Singh Kanota, and Manuel Fernandez Llorente.
- Jindal Polo: Venkatesh Jindal, Siddhant Sharma, Simran Shergill, and Max Charlton.
- Carysil Suhana: Ashok Chandna, Kuldeep Singh Rathore, Manuel Prado, and Matias Vial.
- Vimal Arion Achievers: Shamsheer Ali, Daniel Otamendi, Alejo Aramburu, and one additional player to be confirmed.
This tournament not only highlights elite polo competition but also underscores Jaipur's status as a premier destination for equestrian sports. The inclusion of the Eton vs. Mayo College test match adds an educational and traditional flair to the event, celebrating the sport's rich heritage.
With meticulous planning and world-class facilities, the Jaipur Polo Season 2026 is poised to deliver thrilling entertainment for sports enthusiasts and polo aficionados alike, setting the stage for a memorable championship finale on February 15.
