Three teams qualified for the event, competing in four thrilling, high-scoring matches. Played in the six-chukker format, these exhilarating games kept the audience on the edge of their seats, with no room for a breather. Here’s a recap of these electrifying encounters.
Participating Teams
JINDAL PANTHER
Shamsheer Ali +3
Siddhant Sharma +3
Abhimanyu Pathak +3
Bk. Simran Shergill +3
JINDAL/DELTA
Naveen Jindal 0
Hurr Ali +2
Santiago Marambio +6
Bk. JP Clarkin +6
ACHIEVERS
Vishwarupe Bajaj 0
Kuldeep Singh Rathore +2
Daniel Otamendi +5
Bk. Chris Mackenzie +7
Match 1: Jindal/Delta vs Achievers
Date: 20 November
The initial game of the tournament was between Jindal/Delta and Achievers. Both fought valiantly in this high-scoring game where Jindal/Delta were able to outperform Achievers and gradually built up a three-point lead by scoring at some very crucial moments of the game, which helped them win their very first game of the Indian Masters Polo Championship.
Winners: Jindal/Delta (9-6)
Match 2: Jindal/Delta vs Jindal Panther
Date: 22 November
Jindal/Delta were back on the field to face Jindal Panther in the second league game. Jindal Panther was aware of the fine momentum Jindal/Delta was carrying, and for every single round, they tried to keep up with the aggressive playstyle of Jindal/Delta. The game quickly became high-scoring, and towards the end, Jindal/Delta were able to score that magical goal, which helped them cross the hurdle of Jindal Panther.
Winner: Jindal/Delta (13-12)
Match 3: Jindal Panther vs Achievers
Date: 23 November
The third and final game before the finals saw Jindal Panther face off against Achievers in a thrilling match that decided the second finalist. This game became the highest-scoring clash of the Championship. In a valiant and action-packed battle, Jindal Panther emerged victorious, leaving their supporters with unforgettable memories of this highly anticipated showdown.
Winner: Jindal Panther (14-12)
Final: Jindal/Delta vs Jindal Panther
Date: 24 November
The grand finale of the Indian Masters Polo Championship saw Jindal/Delta and Jindal Panther go head-to-head in a nail-biting showdown. Supporters from both sides were treated to an electrifying game that celebrated the spirit of polo. Determined to avenge their league-stage loss, Jindal Panther brought their momentum to the field, but Jindal/Delta rose to the challenge. Scoring an impressive dozen goals, they held their lead until the final whistle, clinching victory as the undefeated champions of this year’s Championship.
Winner: Jindal/Delta (12-11)
Date | Round | Team | Goals | Team | Goals |
20 November 2024 | League | Jindal/Delta | 9 | Achievers | 6 |
22 November 2024 | League | Jindal/Delta | 13 | Jindal Panther | 12 |
23 November 2024 | League | Jindal Panther | 14 | Achievers | 12 |
24 November 2024 | Final | Jindal/Delta | 12 | Jindal Panther | 11 |