Neck-To-Neck Battle On The Polo Turf Ends in Tie at Turf Games Arena Polo Cup..

Neck-To-Neck Battle On The Polo Turf Ends In Tie At Turf Games Arena Polo Cup: Panthers And Zulu Emerge As Joint Champions

Mumbai, 27th February: In a captivating demonstration of skill and teamwork, the esteemed Turf Games Arena Polo Cup culminated in an exhilarating finale, with both the teams playing out to a draw and sharing the prestigious title. The gripping showdown curated and sponsored by Turf Games Global Sports (TGGS) unfolded at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai, held in association with the Amateur Riders Club. 

The Turf Games Arena Polo Cup celebrated sportsmanship, camaraderie, and competitive spirit. As the 2024 tournament concluded organizers and participants anticipate Polo's continued success in India. 

Dalip Tahil, Mandira Bedi, Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, Namrata Purohit, Vivek Jain, Asbahaah and Cyrus Ardeshir, Reena Khatau and Subal Anand and Lavina Israni were seen attending the exciting sporting event in the city.

The 2 teams play that played

1. Panthers (White)   

2. Zulu (Red)  

Each team was assigned a handicapped ranking based on their performances and skills. The rankings span from -2 to +10, reflecting a spectrum of abilities and expertise within the sport.  

Team combinations -

In the team Panthers the polo players were, at 16 years of age and the youngest player on the ground Nikolai Kundanmal (-2), Qais Dalal (0), Shyam Mehta (0). 

In the team Zulu the polo players were, Ziyad Madon (-2), Dinyar Madon (0), Mitesh Mehta (0).

The polo match commenced under the watchful eye of esteemed umpire Mr. Sunny Patel, a seasoned polo player boasting a +2 handicap. 

Providing expert commentary was Ar. Riyhad Kundanmal, co-founder of Turf Games Global Sports with a wealth of experience in the sport.  

In the first chukker, both teams played explosively and the fist goal was scored just thirty six seconds into the game. Shyam Mehta in white scored 5 goals with the help from his teammates. With Qais Dalal hammering along in the white and Dinyar Madon for the reds  relentlessly defending and going for the goals. At the end of the first chukker the score was Panthers (5) and Zulu (4). 

In the second chukker, Both teams fought hard for possession, 1 goal was scored by each team. At the end of that chukker the score was Panthers (6) and Zulu (5).

In the third chukker, Mitesh Mehta in red sprinted towards the goal mouth as the round commenced and scored the goal, following that he again scored a goal with a beautiful long shot from the middle of the arena. At the end of the chukker the score was Panthers (8) and Zulu (9).  

Entering the decisive fourth chukker, Nikolai Kundanmal in white fired the opening salvo with a crucial goal, setting the stage for a dramatic finale., with Ziyad Madon coming back with a strong retort to in the last 30 seconds remaining on the clock as both teams fought hard for the goal but the match ended with an even score of 11 each side. 

Riyhad Kundanmal, Co-Founder, Turf Games Global Sports, says “ As we conclude another remarkable polo season in Mumbai, we eagerly anticipate the journey ahead. In light of the current issues threatening the very existence of this location for the sport and the club at the Mahalaxmi race course, we hope for the sustained growth and triumphant revival of Polo in India.”