UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals Dominate DP World PGTI 72 The League

The DP World PGTI 72 The League is witnessing a fierce competition between UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals, both of whom have won all their matches in the latest round. With Nava Raipur also keeping their final hopes alive, the upcoming matches promise to be thrilling. Insights from team captains reveal strategies and performances that have shaped the league so far. Stay tuned for the next round's action and current standings.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 27, 2026, 00:16 IST

Intense Competition at DP World PGTI 72 The League

The competition is heating up between the UP Prometheans and the Rajasthan Regals, as both teams emerged victorious in all their matches during the third round of the DP World PGTI 72 The League held at Jaypee Greens Golf Course on Thursday, as reported by the league organizers.

Starting the day with 17 points each, both teams secured the maximum 15 points available from their matches. The Prometheans triumphed over the Kolkata Classics, while the Regals achieved a similar victory against the Mumbai Aces.

Nava Raipur Keeps Final Aspirations Alive

In another match, Nava Raipur defeated the Charminar Champions with a score of 9-6, maintaining their chances of reaching the finals and climbing to third place with a total of 23 points. Notably, all 15 matches played that day concluded with a decisive outcome, with no ties.

Insights from UP Captain Shaurya Bhattacharya

UP's captain, Shaurya Bhattacharya, who partnered with Himmat Rai to secure a 4&3 victory against Khalin Joshi and Ajay Baisoya in the fourballs, expressed satisfaction with the team's performance. He stated, "It was a fantastic day. I was pleased with my personal play and our pairing with Himmat Rai. The entire team performed exceptionally well."

He added, "We were all square after 10 holes, having led earlier. Himmat's crucial birdie putt on the 11th hole shifted the momentum in our favor. Today was crucial for us, and we aimed to maximize our points. We're now in a strong position but are eager for the next two rounds."

Regals' Dhruv Sheoran Discusses Strategy

The upcoming match between the Prometheans and Regals is highly anticipated. Dhruv Sheoran, who defeated Aces captain Veer Ahlawat 2&1, remarked, "We face strong teams in the final two matches, including Nava Raipur and UP. While our performance has been solid, we know it can vary from day to day, as seen in our earlier loss."

Sheoran's victory set a positive tone, complemented by a commanding 8&6 win by captain Ajeetesh Sandhu and Michele Ortolani over Mumbai's Aniket Sawant and Declan Kenny. He shared, "Veer is a great friend and a formidable player. I was nervous but focused on my game plan. Playing alongside him made the round enjoyable with our banter."

He also noted the challenge of ensuring every team member plays at least one match in each format, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and teamwork.

Top Performers After Three Rounds

Standout players who have won all their matches across the three rounds include Chikkarangappa S and Sheoran from the Regals, Abhinav Lohan from UP Prometheans, and Anant Singh Ahlawat from Nava Raipur.

Upcoming Matches and League Standings

The fourth round of the league is scheduled for Monday, March 2, at Classic Golf & Country Club. The matches will feature Charminar Champions against the struggling Kolkata Classics, while Rajasthan Regals will face Nava Raipur. Additionally, Mumbai Aces will compete against UP Prometheans.

Current league standings after the third round are as follows: | Team | Points | |---------------------|--------| | Rajasthan Regals | 32 | | UP Prometheans | 32 | | Nava Raipur | 23 | | Charminar Champions | 21 | | Mumbai Aces | 11 | | Kolkata Classics | 7 |