Gazab Ghaziabad delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Yamuna Yoddhas 56–28 on Day 3 of Season 2 in the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Saturday.
Early Control and Strategy
Gazab Ghaziabad took control of the contest right from the start, combining aggressive raiding with a disciplined defensive effort that kept Yamuna Yoddhas under sustained pressure. The momentum swung firmly in Gazab’s favor as they inflicted a series of all-outs, steadily widening the gap on the scoreboard.
Uday Dabas Steals the Show
Captain Uday Dabas was the standout performer, showcasing exceptional raiding skills. He orchestrated three all-outs during the match, continuously breaking through the Yamuna defense. A defining moment occurred when Dabas, despite being held by two defenders, pushed forward with determination, crossing the half line to complete a raid and eliminate the remaining players.
Dabas finished the match with 19 raid points, demonstrating his prowess. The defense also played a crucial role, remaining compact and effective, limiting Yamuna’s raiders. At halftime, Gazab Ghaziabad had already established a commanding 30–12 lead and continued to dominate in the second half, extending their advantage with consistent raids and timely tackles.
Support from the Sidelines
The match was attended by Tusshar Kapoor, co-owner of Gazab Ghaziabad, who supported the team as they achieved a comprehensive victory. He congratulated the team and expressed confidence that if they maintain this performance level, they could lift the UPKL trophy.
Other Matches Summary
In another match on Friday, Awadh Ramdoots edged past Kanpur Warriors 35–34 in a tense contest that remained undecided until the final raid. Kanpur Warriors led at halftime with a 17–15 advantage after a late super raid by Sushant, but Awadh Ramdoots showed resilience in the second half. Captain Abhimanyu Raghuvanshi led the comeback, while Awadh’s defense held firm under pressure to secure a narrow yet crucial win.
Kashi Kings produced one of the most dominant performances of the tournament so far, defeating Ganga Kings of Mirzapur 52–30. Kashi Kings controlled the match, inflicting six all-outs and steadily pulling away on the scoreboard. Raider of the Match Arjun Sirohi led the attack, while Best Defender Vipul Chaudhary effectively marshalled the defense.
Defending champions Lucknow Lions extended their strong run with a convincing 40–21 victory over Purvanchal Panthers. Lucknow Lions set the early tone, with Arjun Deshwal opening the match with a super raid, guiding his team to a 20–8 lead at halftime. Purvanchal attempted a comeback after the break, but Lucknow halted the momentum with four timely super tackles. Deshwal finished as Raider of the Match with nine raid points and three tackle points, while Mohd Aman was named Defender of the Match with seven tackle points.