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Polo: Jaipur Stage Dramatic Late Comeback To Enter Sirmour Cup Final
HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh: Jaipur Polo Team produced a stirring late comeback to secure a thrilling 10–9 victory over Vimal Arion Achievers in the Raffles Sirmour Cup, overturning a two-goal deficit in the closing stages to seal a place in the tournament final.
The contest began with Vimal Arion Achievers applying early pressure. Jaipur trailed 1–2 at the end of the first chukker but responded with greater composure and sharper coordination in the second, edging ahead 3–2 by halftime as their attacking combinations began to click.
Jaipur were at their dominant best in the third chukker. Quick ball movement, controlled build-up play and clinical finishing saw them surge ahead to a commanding 7–4 lead. Lance Watson spearheaded the charge with decisive strikes, while Manuel Fernandez Llorente provided crucial support in attack.
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