Noida: The second season of the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) began on a high-energy note at the Noida Indoor Stadium, delivering excitement and closely fought contests for kabaddi fans. Despite starting a day later than scheduled, the league wasted no time in making an impact, with four intense matches on the opening day—three of them decided by narrow margins—highlighting the rising competitiveness and professionalism of the tournament.
In the season opener, Noida Ninjas edged past Kanpur Warriors 39–36 in a tightly contested clash. Both teams exchanged points throughout the match, but Noida’s defenders stepped up in crucial moments, helping their side secure a hard-fought victory.
Defending champions Lucknow Lions then stamped their authority with a dominant 49–23 win over Ganga Kings of Mirzapur. After a close first half, Lucknow shifted gears post-interval, with aggressive raiding and solid defense leading to multiple all-outs.
The third match saw Aligarh Tigers clinch a thrilling 46–42 victory against Gazab Ghaziabad. Key raids by Vinay Tewatia proved decisive in a fast-paced, high-scoring encounter.
The day concluded with another nail-biter as Yamuna Yoddhas defeated Brij Stars 42–40 in the final seconds, bringing an electrifying end to opening day.
With gripping finishes and standout performances, UPKL Season 2 has set the stage for an action-packed tournament ahead.
