Day 6 of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2 delivered contrasting narratives at Noida Indoor Stadium. Kanpur Warriors orchestrated a stunning second-half comeback, while Lucknow Lions maintained their unbeaten streak with dominant authority.
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Match Results Summary
| Match | Winner | Score | Star Performer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanpur vs Aligarh | Kanpur Warriors | 35-30 | Sushant Chaudhary (17 points) |
| Lucknow vs Noida | Lucknow Lions | 42-21 | Nishant Raghuvanshi, Mohd Amaan |
Match 1: Kanpur Warriors Stage Epic Turnaround
Kanpur Warriors secured a hard-fought 35-30 victory over Aligarh Tigers in a match defined by momentum swings. Playing without key raider Vinay, Aligarh relied heavily on Kunal Bhati, who dominated the first half with consistent scoring and helped inflict an early all-out.
Aligarh held a comfortable five-point lead at halftime, appearing in control. However, the script flipped dramatically after the break.
Kanpur’s defense tightened considerably, successfully neutralizing Kunal Bhati’s threat. Leading the charge was Sushant Chaudhary, who delivered an outstanding performance with 17 raid points. His exceptional raiding prowess helped Kanpur overturn the deficit and establish a five-point lead of their own.
The Warriors managed the closing stages expertly, holding their nerve to complete the comeback victory and secure crucial points in the league standings.
Match 2: Lucknow Lions Assert Dominance
Lucknow Lions reinforced their championship credentials with a commanding 42-21 demolition of JD Noida Ninjas, preserving their perfect record.
The contest began as a tactical defensive battle, with both teams effectively containing key raiders. Lucknow held a slender one-point advantage at halftime, keeping the match finely balanced.
The second half witnessed Lucknow’s complete domination. Their defensive unit, spearheaded by Nishant Raghuvanshi and Mohd Amaan, grew increasingly impenetrable. Young raider Akash Nain stepped up with impactful raids, receiving excellent support from Arjun Deshwal and Arya Deshwal.
Lucknow inflicted three all-outs in the second half, pulling away decisively. The 21-point margin underscored their superiority and maintained their 100% winning record in UPKL Season 2.
Day 6 Continues
The action-packed day featured additional matches between Awadh Ramdoots and Ganga Kings of Mirzapur, Brij Stars and Kashi Kings, and Sangam Challengers against Purvanchal Panthers.
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FAQs
Who was the top scorer in Kanpur Warriors’ comeback win?
Sushant Chaudhary led with an outstanding 17 raid points to seal the victory.
How many matches have Lucknow Lions won this season?
Lucknow Lions maintain a perfect 100% winning record in UPKL Season 2
