Will Pro Panja League's Semi-Finals Feature a Showdown Between Kiraak Hyderabad, Jaipur Veers, Rohtak Rowdies, and MP Hathodas?

Gwalior, Aug 19 (NationPress) The Pro Panja League Season 2 reached an exhilarating climax as teams fought fiercely for a spot in the semi-finals. Kiraak Hyderabad's Satnam Singh achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the 70 kg weight class against Akash Kumar of Jaipur Veers. Satnam Singh secured an impressive 10-0 victory and, notably, set a new record with a jaw-dropping 0.12-second Challenger pin.

This landmark accomplishment eclipsed the previous record held by Jaipur Veers' four-time champion Mazahir Saidu, establishing Satnam Singh as a four-time winner and earning him the title of Badshaho ka Badshaho. His team, Kiraak Hyderabad, along with Jaipur Veers, Rohtak Rowdies, and MP Hathodas, are all set for the semi-finals, scheduled for tomorrow, August 20, at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Training Centre for Disability Sports. The Grand Finale is set to follow on August 21.

The undercard fixture showcased a gripping face-off between Sher e Ludhiana and MP Hathodas, highlighting intense competition across various weight divisions. The action kicked off with the 65 kg women's category, a pivotal segment of the Pro Panja League. In the opening bout, Manorma Bisht of Sher e Ludhiana clashed with Olivia Dkhar of MP Hathodas. Olivia Dkhar's commanding 2-0 victory hinted at a powerful performance, establishing an aggressive tone for MP Hathodas and marking her strong start in the tournament.

Subsequent action featured Senebi Syngkli of Sher e Ludhiana, who faced Arya P of MP Hathodas in the 55 kg category. Senebi Syngkli's notable 2-0 victory showcased her skill and determination, potentially boosting her team's morale. The final bout of this fixture saw Mohan Sharma from Sher e Ludhiana take on Manish Kumar of MP Hathodas in a specially-abled category, illustrating the league's dedication to inclusivity. Manish Kumar's 2-0 win highlighted the extraordinary strength and technique of the Gwalior-based athlete in this division, securing another triumph for MP Hathodas and wrapping up a dynamic first fixture.

The second undercard fixture brought an exciting confrontation between Jaipur Veers and Kiraak Hyderabad, beginning with the women's 65 kg category. Jagpreet Kaur of Jaipur Veers aimed for a comeback against Madhura KN of Kiraak Hyderabad. Madhura KN's convincing 2-0 win not only earned a crucial point for Kiraak Hyderabad but also exhibited her formidable energy for the franchise.

Following that was the 65kg+ participation bout, where power played a key role. Yogesh Chaudhary of Jaipur Veers, an experienced competitor previously defeated by her trainee Nirmal Devi of Rohtak Rowdies, faced Kirtika Bamel of Kiraak Hyderabad. Yogesh Chaudhary's strong performance resulted in a 2-0 victory, demonstrating her prowess and keeping Jaipur Veers in contention for the fixture. The final battle in this segment was a highly anticipated rematch in the Special Category, featuring Santosh Gupta of Jaipur Veers against Chandan Kumar Behera of Kiraak Hyderabad. Chandan Kumar Behera, recognized for his exceptional skill in this category, claimed a 2-0 victory, reaffirming Kiraak Hyderabad's strength and spotlighting the inspiring performances within the Pro Panja League's inclusive categories.

The Main Card fixture between Sher e Ludhiana and MP Hathodas showcased a series of intense matchups across various weight categories. In the 80 kg category, Vethozo Lohe of MP Hathodas delivered a dominant performance against Harkomal Gill of Sher e Ludhiana. Vethozo Lohe secured a decisive 5-0 victory, achieving three successful pins and earning two additional bonus points, showcasing a strong grip and pinning strength.

The 90 kg bout featured Tawheed Shaikh, Captain of Sher e Ludhiana, delivering an explosive performance against Rino Thomas of MP Hathodas. Tawheed Shaikh not only secured a commanding 10-0 win with three successful pins but also earned two bonus points. His dominance was further emphasized by a successful Challenger Round in Round 3, where he pinned Thomas in an astonishing 2.35 seconds, gaining an additional five points and swinging the momentum significantly in Sher e Ludhiana's favor. The excitement continued into the final round of the 70 kg bout, where Sanu Joy of Sher e Ludhiana faced Tridip Medhi, Captain of MP Hathodas. Sanu Joy captured a 5-0 victory for Sher e Ludhiana, capitalizing on three successful pins against Tridip Medhi of MP Hathodas while earning the two bonus points, solidifying Sher e Ludhiana's position in this fiercely competitive main card.

In the second Main Card fixture, Jaipur Veers and Kiraak Hyderabad engaged in a series of electrifying matchups. The 60 kg participation saw Rudra Naik of Jaipur Veers dominate his opponent, Naveen MV of Kiraak Hyderabad. Rudra Naik secured a decisive 10-0 victory, which included three successful pins earning him two bonus points, and a crucial five points gained from a successful Challenger Round in Round 2, showcasing his formidable grip and power.

The 70 kg participation then witnessed an extraordinary display by Satnam Singh of Kiraak Hyderabad against Akash Kumar of Jaipur Veers. Satnam Singh not only achieved a resounding 10-0 victory with three successful pins and two additional bonus points but also set a new record. His first-round Challenger pin of Akash Kumar earned five points, surpassing Jaipur Veers' four-time winner Mazahir Saidu's previous record, cementing Satnam Singh as a significant contender as he also becomes a four-time winner with the new record. The fixture concluded with another 60 kg participation bout where Ajay Chaudhary of Kiraak Hyderabad secured a 5-0 victory against Shoukath VT of Jaipur Veers, contributing to Kiraak Hyderabad's robust showing in this main card.