Synopsis
Cuttack's Senior National Kabaddi Championships kicked off with impressive displays from Haryana, Odisha, and Railways. The event featured a mix of seasoned PKL stars and emerging talent, setting the stage for an exhilarating competition at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium.Key Takeaways
- Odisha delivered a commanding win over Vidharbha.
- Haryana, the defending champions, asserted their dominance against Telangana.
- Railways showcased their experience in a decisive victory against Manipur.
- Maharashtra pulled off a thrilling win against Kerala.
- Pawan Sehrawat led Chandigarh to a comfortable victory.
Cuttack, Feb 21 (NationPress) The inaugural day of the Senior National Kabaddi Championships showcased dominant performances across various pools as Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) stars displayed their skills at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium.
This tournament has brought together a remarkable lineup of talent, featuring numerous PKL heroes vying for national supremacy. Notable players such as Pawan Sehrawat, Ashu Malik, Mohit Goyat, Sunil Kumar, and Naveen Kumar are among the standout athletes representing their states.
The championship consists of 30 teams split into eight pools during the preliminary phase. Teams must finish at the top of their respective pools to progress to the knockout stages.
Odisha triumphed over Vidharbha with a score of 57-28.
The host state displayed dominance in their Pool F clash against Vidharbha, with emerging PKL star Rohit Raghav leading the way. Odisha's impressive 29-point victory set an optimistic tone for their quest.
Haryana defeated Telangana 50-20.
The reigning champions asserted their strength with PKL veterans Ashu Malik and Mohit Goyat spearheading the team, achieving a convincing win over Telangana.
Railways outclassed Manipur with a score of 59-17.
Indian Railways, featuring PKL 11 finalists Shubham Shinde and M Sudhakar, delivered an impressive performance in Pool B, overpowering Manipur with their expertise and skill.
Maharashtra narrowly beat Kerala 39-35.
In an exciting match in Pool C, Maharashtra, led by PKL Season 10 champion Akash Shinde, secured a victory in a hard-fought encounter against Kerala.
Chandigarh achieved a 40-24 win over Gujarat.
PKL standout Pawan Sehrawat propelled Chandigarh to a comfortable win in Pool D, demonstrating his exceptional raiding abilities.
Madhya Pradesh showcased a strong performance with a score of 59-35 against Andhra Pradesh.
The day concluded with Madhya Pradesh's remarkable display against Andhra Pradesh in Pool D, reinforcing their title aspirations with aggressive play.
