The third day of the KogniVera Polo Cup (8-goal) tournament in Jaipur witnessed thrilling action as three teams emerged victorious in contrasting styles on Thursday. The matches, held at the PPC Ground, showcased exceptional skill and competitive spirit among the participating sides.
Jindal Bedla's Commanding Victory
Team Jindal Bedla delivered a masterclass performance, securing a resounding 11-2.5 triumph over Team Thunderbolt. The standout player of the match was undoubtedly Siddhant Sharma, who spearheaded the attack with an impressive tally of eight goals. His dominant display on the field set the tone for his team's comprehensive win.
Supporting Siddhant's efforts, Simran Shergill contributed significantly with two well-taken goals, while Venkatesh Jindal added another to the scoreboard. The team also benefited from the presence of Rao Himmat Singh Bedla, whose strategic play bolstered their defense and midfield.
On the opposing side, Team Thunderbolt faced a challenging outing. Lt Colonel Vishal Singh Chauhan managed to score a solitary goal for his team. It is important to note that Thunderbolt received a handicap advantage of 1.5 goals, which was factored into the final score. Other players who represented Thunderbolt included Ravinder Mang, Mrityunjay Singh Chouhan, and Samir Suhag.
V Polo's Narrow Triumph
In a closely contested encounter, Team V Polo managed to clinch a hard-fought 7.5-6 victory against Team Aravali. The match was a testament to the competitive nature of the tournament, with both teams displaying remarkable tenacity.
Santiago Marambio emerged as the hero for V Polo, leading the charge with a superb performance that yielded five crucial goals. His efforts were complemented by Mukesh Singh and Salim Azmi, each of whom chipped in with a goal. Vivaan Mehta also played a vital role in the team's success. Additionally, Team V Polo received a half-goal handicap advantage, which proved decisive in the tight contest.
Team Aravali put up a spirited fight, with Manuel Fernández Llorente scoring four goals and Kuldeep Singh Rathore adding two to their tally. Despite their valiant efforts, they fell just short. The team also included players Devender Singh and Raghuram Hari, who contributed to the intense battle.
Team Jaipur's Convincing Win
The final match of the day saw Team Jaipur deliver a powerful performance, overwhelming Chandna Polo with a 9.5-5 victory. Padmanabh Singh was once again in scintillating form, shouldering the bulk of the scoring responsibility by slamming four goals for his side.
Bhawani Singh Kalvi and Lance Watson provided able assistance, scoring three and two goals respectively, ensuring a well-rounded offensive display. Mirza Mohammed Baig also played a key role in the team's cohesive performance. Team Jaipur benefited from a half-goal handicap advantage in this match, which added to their commanding lead.
For Chandna Polo, Alejo Aramburu managed to score two goals, while Ashok Chandna and Dino Dhankhar contributed one goal each. R.K. Dhananjay Singh was also part of the team, which fought bravely against a strong opponent.
The KogniVera Polo Cup continues to captivate polo enthusiasts with its high-octane matches and skilled athletes. As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly anticipate more exciting clashes in the days to come.
