Jindal Bedla register convincing 11-3 win over Trojans in Leela Maharaja Sawai Man Singh Polo Cup
Jaipur, February 4
Jindal Bedla delivered a commanding performance to overpower Trojans 11-3 in their Leela Maharaja Sawai Man Singh Polo Cup encounter, continuing their impressive run in the prestigious tournament, according to a release.
For Jindal Bedla, Siddhant Sharma led the scoring charts with five goals, while Simran Shergill was equally impressive, contributing five goals to the team's tally. Rising young Indian polo player Vishwarupe Bajaj also got on the scoresheet with a crucial goal during the third chukker, underlining the side's depth and attacking firepower.
Trojans made a bright start to the contest, drawing first blood inside the opening two minutes of the first chukker through Alejo Aramburu. However, Jindal Bedla responded swiftly, with Siddhant Sharma restoring parity in the sixth minute to ensure the teams headed into the break on level terms.
The second chukker proved decisive as Jindal Bedla seized control of the match with a flurry of goals. Siddhant Sharma and veteran Simran Shergill were in fine form, scoring two goals each to give their side a commanding 5-1 lead by halftime.
Jindal Bedla continued to dictate proceedings in the third chukker, with Siddhant Sharma and Simran Shergill adding a goal apiece. Young talent Vishwarupe Bajaj also made his mark, finding the target to stretch Jindal Bedla's advantage to 8-1 by the end of the penultimate quarter.
In the fourth and final chukker, Trojans attempted a late fightback as Naveen Singh struck twice. However, Jindal Bedla remained firmly in control, with Simran Shergill adding two more goals to his tally and Siddhant Sharma scoring once again to seal an emphatic 11-3 victory.
— ANI
Reader Comments
The second chukker was the turning point. Once Jindal Bedla got that momentum, there was no stopping them. Siddhant Sharma with 5 goals is just phenomenal. The Sawai Man Singh Cup is always such a treat to follow.
Polo doesn't get enough coverage in our mainstream sports media. This is a prestigious tournament with a rich history in Jaipur. Happy to see detailed reports like this. Kudos to the players for keeping the sport alive and thriving.
While the win is impressive, the scoreline suggests a bit of a one-sided affair. Would love to see more competitive matches in the later stages. Hopefully Trojans can bounce back. The tournament needs close contests to maintain excitement.
Simran Shergill is a legend! So consistent. And to see a new generation with Vishwarupe Bajaj coming through is wonderful. This sport is a beautiful part of our Rajputana heritage. More power to all the teams! ✨
Visiting Jaipur and catching a polo match at the Rambagh grounds is an incredible experience. The skill and horsemanship on display is world-class. Glad to see Jindal Bedla performing so well. They look like strong contenders for the cup.
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