Yuva Kabaddi Series: The Division 2 stage of the 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series concluded in spectacular fashion at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore, marking a thrilling start to the new year. The grand finale between UP Falcons and Chandigarh Chargers was a nail-biting affair, with the Falcons emerging victorious by a single point in a dramatic 33-32 finish.
The first half belonged entirely to the Chandigarh Chargers, who dominated with a 12-point lead, leaving the Falcons on the backfoot. Bablu Singh led the Chargers' charge with seven points, supported by a well-rounded team effort.
However, UP Falcons staged a remarkable comeback in the second half, starting with an all-out to reduce the deficit. They maintained their momentum, inflicting another all-out with eight minutes left to seize the lead.
The match reached its climax with the scores tied at 32-32 in the final moments. Chandigarh’s star raider Nikesh faced a do-or-die raid but was brilliantly tackled by Tarun Kumar, sealing the Falcons' 33-32 victory.
For UP Falcons, Rachit Yadav was the standout raider, scoring nine points, while Ayush Kumar anchored the defense with four crucial tackle points. Despite a strong all-around performance by the Chargers, their inability to close out the game in the final moments cost them the title.
The match reached its climax with the scores tied at 32-32 in the final moments. Chandigarh’s star raider Nikesh faced a do-or-die raid but was brilliantly tackled by Tarun Kumar, sealing the Falcons' 33-32 victory.
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Article Source: IANS