Instrucko Triumphs Over Jindal Panther in Thrilling Carlos Gracida Memorial Cup Final

In an exhilarating final of the Carlos Gracida Memorial Cup, Instrucko triumphed over Jindal Panther with an 8-6 scoreline. The match showcased intense competition, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the game. Jindal Panther started strong with a hat-trick from Juan Gris Zavaleta, but Instrucko's resilience shone through in the second half. Key contributions from Krishna Inkiya and Siddhant Sharma propelled Instrucko to victory, securing the prestigious cup at the Jindal Polo Estate. This match added another exciting chapter to the Jindal Polo Spring Season.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 16, 2026, 17:23 IST

Exciting Final at Jindal Polo Estate

In a gripping finale of the Carlos Gracida Memorial Cup, Instrucko came from behind to defeat Jindal Panther with a score of 8-6. This match was part of the ongoing Jindal Polo Spring Season held at the Jindal Polo Estate in Noida. Both teams displayed aggressive polo, with the lead changing hands multiple times throughout the four chukkers. Ultimately, Instrucko surged ahead in the final moments to clinch the championship title.

Jindal Panther Starts Strong

The match kicked off with Jindal Panther taking an early lead, thanks to Juan Gris Zavaleta, who netted a remarkable hat-trick in the first chukker. This strong start put Jindal Panther ahead, but Krishna Inkiya of Instrucko quickly countered with two goals, keeping the competition fierce. By the end of the first chukker, Jindal Panther led narrowly at 3-2.

Continued Tension in the Second Chukker

As the second chukker unfolded, both teams maintained their offensive strategies. Naveen Jindal scored for Jindal Panther, extending their lead, but Instrucko responded with a goal from Phil Seller, ensuring the match remained tightly contested. At halftime, Jindal Panther held a slim 4-3 advantage.

Instrucko's Comeback in the Second Half

The third chukker saw Instrucko gain momentum, with Phil Seller scoring again and Krishna Inkiya adding another goal. Meanwhile, Juan Gris Zavaleta managed to score for Jindal Panther, resulting in a tie at 5-5 as the penultimate chukker concluded.

Final Chukker Decides the Match

In the decisive fourth chukker, Krishna Inkiya scored his fourth goal, while Siddhant Sharma contributed two vital goals for Instrucko, enhancing their lead. Jindal Panther's Juan Gris Zavaleta managed to score once more, but the gap proved too wide to close. With a composed performance in the final minutes, Instrucko secured an 8-6 victory, lifting the Carlos Gracida Memorial Cup and adding another thrilling chapter to the Jindal Polo Spring Season.