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Ritik Sharma's Record 28 Points Lead Yamuna Yoddhas to Epic Tie-Breaker Win

Yamuna Yoddhas defeated JD Noida Ninjas in only the second tie-breaker of UPKL Season 2 after a 42-42 deadlock in regulation time. The match was a relentless battle of equals, featuring super raids and all-outs from both sides. Ritik Sharma was historic for the Yoddhas, shattering the season's record with a monumental 28 raid points. Despite a strong 19-point effort from Rachit Yadav for the Ninjas, Sharma's heroics carried Yamuna to an 8-6 victory in the decisive tie-breaker.

Key Points: UPKL: Ritik Sharma's 28 Points in Yoddhas' Tie-Breaker Thriller

  • Record 28 raid points by Ritik Sharma
  • Second tie-breaker of UPKL Season 2
  • Teams locked 42-42 in regulation
  • Yamuna Yoddhas win 8-6 in tie-breaker
  • Rachit Yadav scores 19 for Ninjas
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UPKL: Ritik Sharma scripts history, Yamuna Yoddhas edge JD Noida Ninjas in season's second tie-breaker

Yamuna Yoddhas edge JD Noida Ninjas in a 42-42 tie-breaker thriller. Ritik Sharma sets a UPKL Season 2 record with 28 raid points. Recap the epic clash.

"Ritik Sharma produced a performance for the ages. - UPKL Press Release"

Noida, January 2

Day nine of Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League Season 2 began with a contest that will be remembered as one of the most intense matches of the tournament, as Yamuna Yoddhas defeated JD Noida Ninjas in the second tie-breaker of the season after the teams were locked at 42-42 at the end of regulation time.

From the opening exchanges, the match unfolded as a high-quality battle of equals, with both teams responding raid for raid, super raid for super raid, and all-out for all-out. Neither side allowed the other to establish control, keeping the contest finely balanced throughout.

Yamuna Yoddhas' raider Ritik Sharma produced a performance for the ages, finishing the match with a record-breaking 28 raid points, the highest by any player in UPKL Season 2 so far. JD Noida Ninjas countered strongly through Rachit Yadav, who scored 19 raid points, ensuring the contest remained neck and neck, as per a UPKL press release.

In the closing minutes, Yamuna briefly took a three-point lead through a crucial super tackle, but JD Noida showed composure to force a tie and push the match into a tie-breaker, only the second such instance this season.

The tie-breaker again revolved around Ritik Sharma, as Yamuna Yoddhas edged JD Noida Ninjas 8-6 to seal the match and cap a historic individual performance.

Later in the day, matches were played between Awadh Ramdoots and Aligarh Tigers, Lucknow Lions and Sangam Challengers, and Gazab Ghaziabad against Kashi Kings.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Heartbreaking for JD Noida Ninjas! They fought so hard, especially Rachit Yadav. To come back and force a tie-breaker shows great spirit. But you have to give it to Ritik, he was in a league of his own today. UP is truly the kabaddi heartland!
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Aman W
These state leagues are fantastic for spotting raw talent. Ritik Sharma could be the next big star for the Indian national team. Hope the selectors are watching. More power to UPKL! 🙌
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Michael C
Just got into kabaddi after moving to Noida for work. The energy in these matches is electric! This article makes me wish I had tickets. Ritik Sharma's performance sounds legendary. Where can I watch the highlights?
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Priyanka N
While the match was thrilling, the article could have given a bit more detail on the other matches played later. A quick scoreline for Awadh vs Aligarh or Lucknow's match would have been nice. Still, fantastic win for Yoddhas!
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Vikram M
Bas, yehi toh junoon chahiye! Tie-breaker tak ka match... kya baat hai. This is why kabaddi is our national sport. Pure grit and skill. Ritik Sharma ka naam UP kabaddi ke itihaas mein likh diya gaya hai aaj.

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