Sangam Challengers Triumph Over Kanpur Warriors in Thrilling Kabaddi Match

Match Overview

In a thrilling encounter on Day 12 of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2, Sangam Challengers showcased a strong and resilient performance, defeating Kanpur Warriors with a score of 37-32. This victory marks their third consecutive win, propelling them from seventh to second place in the league standings. The match, held at the Noida Indoor Stadium, attracted notable television personalities Anup Upadhyay and Vishwajeet Soni, who were seen enjoying the action.

Match Highlights

The Kanpur Warriors started the match aggressively, applying pressure and nearly pushing Sangam into an all-out situation. However, Sangam Challengers countered with a pivotal super tackle, halting Kanpur's momentum. This defensive play allowed Sangam to turn the tide, inflicting an all-out on Kanpur and gaining a significant advantage, as reported by UPKL.

Following this, Sangam maintained their pressure with disciplined defense and strategic raiding, extending their lead before halftime. The second half saw Sangam strike early again, forcing another all-out on Kanpur, which widened their lead on the scoreboard.

Despite Kanpur's efforts to mount a comeback with two consecutive super tackles that reduced the deficit to ten points, Sangam managed the game effectively, slowing down the pace and ensuring Kanpur could not build any sustained momentum.

Defensive Leadership

A standout performance came from Sangam's captain, Mayank Malik, who led the defense with eight tackle points. His efforts were crucial in thwarting Kanpur's raiders at key moments, preventing any late-game resurgence.

League Standings and Future Matches

This victory has significantly altered the league standings. Lucknow Lions remain at the top with 12 points, while Sangam Challengers have climbed to second place with 10 points after their third consecutive win. Gazab Ghaziabad and Brij Stars are also tied at 10 points, intensifying the competition for the top spots. With only three to four matches left for each team, every game in this critical week is vital.

Later on Day 12, Ganga Kings from Mirzapur will face Yamuna Yoddhas, Lucknow Lions will take on Aligarh Tigers, and Purvanchal Panthers will meet Kashi Kings, with each match expected to further influence the league standings.