The UP Yoddhas delivered a stellar performance against the Haryana Steelers, securing a dominant 57-27 victory at the EKA Arena by TransStadia.
The Yoddhas showcased exceptional teamwork, with raiders Surender Gill amassing 13 points and Pardeep Narwal contributing 12 points, alongside defender Sumit's commendable 8-point contribution.
Initially, both teams traded points, with the Yoddhas focusing on touch points while the Steelers relied on bonus points. Despite a Super tackle by the Steelers' Ashish on Pardeep Narwal, the Yoddhas swiftly took control, executing the first All out of the game and establishing a commanding 12-6 lead.
Despite efforts by the Steelers to regroup, the Yoddhas, led by Surender Gill's dominating performance, continued their onslaught. Gill orchestrated a second All out just before halftime, securing a formidable 29-14 lead.
The second half witnessed the Yoddhas maintaining their dominance, inflicting third and fourth all-outs within the initial 8 minutes. With a substantial 25-point lead, the Yoddhas appeared to be on an unstoppable path to victory.
Surender Gill's exceptional raiding abilities, coupled with solid tackling from Sumit and Nitesh Kumar, rendered the Steelers powerless against the Yoddhas' onslaught. The relentless pressure applied by the Yoddhas culminated in a resounding 30-point victory, showcasing their sheer dominance on the mat.
(With Agency Inputs)
