Sports News | Yuva Kabaddi Series: UP Falcons Edge Past Chandigarh Chargers to Claim Division 2 Title
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. The grand finale between UP Falcons and Chandigarh Chargers was a nail-biting affair, with the Falcons emerging victorious by a single point in a dramatic 33-32 finish
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], January 2 (ANI): The Division 2 stage of the 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series concluded in spectacular fashion at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore, marking a thrilling start to the new year, a statement from the league said.
The grand finale between UP Falcons and Chandigarh Chargers was a nail-biting affair, with the Falcons emerging victorious by a single point in a dramatic 33-32 finish.
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The first half belonged entirely to the Chandigarh Chargers, who dominated with a 12-point lead, leaving the Falcons on the backfoot. Bablu Singh led the Chargers' charge with seven points, supported by a well-rounded team effort.
However, UP Falcons staged a remarkable comeback in the second half, starting with an all-out to reduce the deficit. They maintained their momentum, inflicting another all-out with eight minutes left to seize the lead.
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The match reached its climax with the scores tied at 32-32 in the final moments. Chandigarh's star raider Nikesh faced a do-or-die raid but was brilliantly tackled by Tarun Kumar, sealing the Falcons' 33-32 victory.
For UP Falcons, Rachit Yadav was the standout raider, scoring nine points, while Ayush Kumar anchored the defence with four crucial tackle points. Despite a strong all-around performance by the Chargers, their inability to close out the game in the final moments cost them the title.
With Division 2 wrapped up in style, the Yuva Kabaddi Series now moves to Division 1, set to commence on January 3. (ANI)
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