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Jindal Bedla Wins Thrilling Golden Goal to Reach Polo Cup Final

Jindal Bedla secured a dramatic 7-6 victory over V Polo in the semi-final of the Rajmata Gayatri Devi Memorial Cup. The match required a sudden-death golden goal after the teams were locked at 6-6 following four chukkers. Rao Himmat Singh Bedla scored the decisive goal in the extra chukker to send his team to the final. Jindal Bedla will now face Optiemus Achievers in the championship match.

Key Points: Jindal Bedla Reaches Rajmata Gayatri Devi Cup Final

  • Golden goal victory
  • Scores tied 6-6 after regulation
  • Decisive goal by Rao Himmat Singh Bedla
  • Final against Optiemus Achievers
  • Match at Rajasthan Polo Club
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Jindal Bedla secures thrilling golden goal victory over V Polo to reach finals of Rajmata Gayatri Devi Memorial Cup

Jindal Bedla defeats V Polo 7-6 in a golden goal thriller to advance to the Rajmata Gayatri Devi Memorial Cup polo final in Jaipur.

"It was a very tough match and could have gone either way. - Siddhant Sharma"

Jaipur, January 25

Jindal Bedla booked their place in the final of the Rajmata Gayatri Devi Memorial Cup after edging past V Polo in a thrilling golden goal finish at the Rajasthan Polo Club, Jaipur, according to a release.

The semi-final lived up to expectations as both teams remained locked at 6-6 after four hard-fought chukkers, forcing the match into a sudden-death extra chukker on Saturday.

The contest was evenly balanced throughout, with strong defence and disciplined play from both sides. V Polo and Jindal Bedla exchanged goals across the four chukkers, neither team able to break away. In the fourth chukker, Siddhant Sharma scored twice to bring Jindal Bedla level and keep his team in the contest under pressure.

With the scores tied at the end of regulation time, the match moved into a fifth chukker. The tension was finally broken when Rao Himmat Singh Bedla scored the decisive golden goal, sealing a 7-6 victory for Jindal Bedla and sending them into the tournament final, set for today.

Speaking after the match, Siddhant Sharma reflected on the intensity of the contest and the narrow margin between the two teams. "It was a very tough match and could have gone either way. Santiago is a very good friend of mine, so playing against him made it even more special. We were a bit lucky to get the golden goal, and sometimes in polo that moment of luck makes all the difference," he said.

Siddhant also spoke about the team environment and its role in their success. "The professionalism, infrastructure, and opportunities I've had with this team have helped me improve as a player. Competing at this level and reaching the final after such a close game is something we're really proud of," he added.

The win highlighted the strong coordination within the Jindal Bedla lineup of Rao Himmat Singh Bedla, Venkatesh Jindal, Phil Seller, and Siddhant Sharma. With this dramatic semi-final victory, Jindal Bedla now move into the final of the Rajmata Gayatri Devi Memorial Cup, where they will face Optiemus Achievers on Sunday at the Rajasthan Polo Club.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone new to watching polo, this article got me hooked! The description of the chukkers and the sudden-death tension is incredible. It's great to see such high-level sport in Jaipur. Hope the final is just as thrilling.
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Vikram M
Brilliant performance by Siddhant Sharma to score twice under pressure in the 4th chukker. That's what champions are made of. Rao Himmat Singh Bedla with the golden goal - what a moment for the team! The Rajmata Gayatri Devi Cup is a prestigious tournament, well done on reaching the final.
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Rohit P
While the match was exciting, I do wish there was more mainstream coverage and accessibility for polo. It often feels like an elite sport. More broadcasting and affordable viewings could really help it grow its fanbase across India.
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Priya S
So proud to see our Indian players like Siddhant and Rao Himmat Singh performing alongside international talent like Phil Seller. This mix is great for the sport's development here. Jaipur's polo legacy continues! All the best for the final match today.
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Michael C
The sportsmanship mentioned is wonderful to read. Competing against a friend adds a special layer to the game. Sounds like a classic match. Congratulations to Jindal Bedla, and commiserations to V Polo – they fought brilliantly.

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