UPKL Season 2: Noida Ninjas Defeat Kanpur Warriors In Opening Match

UPKL Season 2: Noida Ninjas defeat Kanpur Warriors in opening match (Image Source: IANS)

Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League: Noida Ninjas made a winning start in Season 2 of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), which commenced on Thursday at the Noida Indoor Stadium, marking an exciting start to the new season.

In the opening match of the season, JD Noida Ninjas defeated Kanpur Warriors by a narrow margin of 39–36 in a closely contested encounter on Thursday evening.

Kanpur Warriors put up a strong performance, accumulating 36 points through a combination of raid points, tackle points, and bonus points. JD Noida Ninjas responded with a balanced effort across raids and tackles to finish with 39 points, sealing the first win of the season.

A large number of fans from both sides were present at the venue, creating an energetic atmosphere as they cheered for their respective teams. Following the match, JD Noida Ninjas owner Deepak Nagar congratulated the players on their opening-day victory.

The second match of the day was played between Mirzapur Kings and Lucknow Lions.

Speaking on the occasion, Sambhav Jain, Founder and Director of SJ Uplift Kabaddi, stated that the league was originally scheduled to begin on 24 December, but the start was deferred by one day following directions related to pollution control issued by the Supreme Court and the Sports Directorate.

The second match of the day was played between Mirzapur Kings and Lucknow Lions.

The first season of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League was organised in 2024 with the cooperation of UP Kabaddi Association and was won by Lucknow Lions. The Lucknow Lions defeated the Sangam Challengers 59-33 to win the championship. Awadh Ramdoot, Brij Stars, Ganga Kings of Mirzapur, Kashi Kings, Lucknow Lions, Yamuna Yodhas and Sangam Challengers are the other teams in fray.

Article Source: IANS