Yuva All Star Kabaddi: Tense Matches and a Tie Characterize Opening Day
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Synopsis
The Yuva All Stars Kabaddi Championship commenced in Haridwar, with thrilling matches including a tie between UP Falcons and Junior Steelers. The event showcased intense competition among 12 teams vying for the title.
Key Takeaways
- First tie of the tournament between UP Falcons and Junior Steelers.
- Warriorz K.C. narrowly defeated Sonipat Spartans in a close match.
- Palani Tuskers dominated Vasco Vipers in the final match.
- The championship features 12 teams competing for glory.
- Invitational Youth Teams will be announced soon.
Haridwar (Uttarakhand), March 6 (NationPress) The Yuva All Stars Kabaddi Championship commenced at the Vandana Kataria Indoor Stadium in Haridwar, showcasing four fiercely contested matches on the inaugural day on Thursday.
The second match featured the championship's first tie, as the UP Falcons and Junior Steelers battled to an electrifying 37-37 draw. The Steelers were in control during the first half, but the Falcons launched a remarkable comeback, leading by four points as the final minute approached. However, a critical last-raid tackle on Arjun Sirohi by Jasbir Dahiya led to an all-out, resulting in a tie for the Steelers. Kunal Bhati was exceptional for the Falcons with 13 raid points, while Mayank Saini shone for the Steelers with 17 raid points.
In the third encounter, Warriorz K.C. narrowly defeated the Sonipat Spartans 39-37 in a thrilling match. The Spartans held the lead at halftime, but the Warriorz reversed fortunes in the last 10 minutes to claim a two-point victory. Rachit Yadav excelled for the Warriorz with 11 raid points and two tackle points, while substitute Ronak Nain contributed four tackle points. Ankit Kumar Rana led the Spartans with eight raid points.
The final match of the day featured Division 1 champions Palani Tuskers overpowering Division 3 winners Vasco Vipers 43-28. Rajapal J. made a notable impact from the bench, scoring nine raid points and one tackle point. On defense, Sakthivel Thangavelu and Abikumar M Suresh Kumar each recorded four tackle points for the Tuskers. Bhargav was the key player for the Vipers with eight raid points, although he lacked defensive support.
The Yuva All Stars Championship 2025, a pioneering tournament in the kabaddi scene, will feature a total of 12 teams vying for the prestigious title. In December 2024 and January 2025, the 11th edition of Yuva Kabaddi Series (YKS) took place, with six teams qualifying for the upcoming Yuva All Stars Championship 2025.
Alongside the six teams from the YKS Division rounds, six Invitational Youth Teams will be disclosed shortly. The tournament will consist of three rounds to determine the ultimate champions.
