The Archery Premier League delivered an exciting contest at the Yamuna Sports Complex in New Delhi, where the Mighty Marathas secured a commanding 6-2 victory against the Prithviraj Yodhas. Despite the challenging wet conditions in the national capital, the Marathas started exceptionally strong, with debutant Aman Saini hitting a perfect 10 and setting an impressive tone for his team.
The Marathas quickly claimed the first two sets, showcasing remarkable precision. However, the Yodhas demonstrated resilience, fighting back to win the third set with a narrow 75-72 score. Undeterred, the Mighty Marathas swiftly regained their momentum, dominating the fourth and final set to seal their overall triumph.
Reflecting on the preceding weekend’s action, Sunday’s matches also offered significant drama. The Prithviraj Yodhas, despite their Monday loss, had previously secured a tense shoot-off victory against the Chero Archers. Meanwhile, the Rajputana Royals maintained their impressive form, achieving a solid 6-2 win over the Kakatiya Knights.
During their pivotal Sunday win, Abhishek Verma emerged as a key figure for the Yodhas, showcasing his exceptional skill by delivering a perfect 10 in the decisive shoot-off, giving his team a crucial early lead. Gatha Anandrao then mirrored this outstanding feat with another perfect 10, ultimately securing the victory for the Prithviraj Yodhas.