Raja Mikaeel Sami showcased extraordinary skill, guiding Barry’s Polo to a remarkable 10-8 title triumph over Rijas Polo/Master Paints in the Battle Axe Polo Cup at the Jinnah Polo Fields.
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Final Match Overview
The hero of the match, Raja Mikaeel Sami, demonstrated exceptional prowess as he expertly maneuvered the polo pony and mallet, scoring an impressive seven goals. His teammates, Raja Jalal Arslan and Saim Abbas, added two and one goal respectively to secure the title for their team.
On the opposing side, Amirreza Behboudi from Rijas/Master Paints made a noteworthy contribution with five fabulous goals, while Bilal Hayat Noon scored a brace, and Sufi Haroon struck one goal.
The final commenced with Rijas Polo/Master Paints initially asserting dominance, securing a 3-1 lead by scoring three consecutive goals against Barry’s one goal. The second chukker witnessed a stark reversal, as Barry’s, starting with a goal, made a remarkable comeback by thrashing in three consecutive goals, leveling the score at 4-4.
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In the third chukker, Rijas Polo/Master Paints showcased superior polo skills, converting three goals compared to Barry’s two, gaining a slight 7-6 lead. As the match entered the decisive fourth chukker, Rijas Polo/Master Paints seemed poised to secure the title. However, Barry’s displayed an outstanding polo performance, scoring four fabulous goals against Rijas Polo/Master Paints, ultimately clinching the title with a 10-8 victory. Santiago Loza and Juan Cruz Greguol officiated as field umpires.
Subsidiary Match Overview
FG/Din Polo secured a 7-4 victory over DS Polo. Mian Abbas Mukhtar led the scoring with three goals, supported by two goals from Juan Cruz Greguol, and one goal each from Agha Musa and Sheikh Mohammad Rafi. Bilal Haye from DS Polo responded with a brace, while Ahmed Ali Tiwana and Abdul Rehman Monnoo contributed one goal each.
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Mohammad Asim Butt, CEO of Rachna Group, distributed prizes among the winners and top performers.
Battle Axe Polo Cup 2024: Day 5 | Barry’s Polo Qualifies For Final Clash
Barry’s Polo showcased their prowess by defeating FG/Din Polo and earn a spot in the main final of the Battle Axe Polo Cup at the Jinnah Polo Fields.
The main final on Sunday, 21st January features a face-off between Team Rijas/Master Paints and Team Barry’s Polo. Simultaneously, the subsidiary final will be contested between DS Polo and FG/Din Polo.
Match Overview
In a standout performance, Barry’s Polo outpaced FG/Din Polo, securing a 5½-3 victory. Raja Mikael Sami emerged as a key player, contributing four fabulous goals, while Saim Abbas converted the remaining one for Barry’s Polo, leveraging their half-goal handicap advantage. Agha Musa Ali Khan scored two goals, and Sheikh Muhammad Rafi added one goal for FG/Din Polo.
The first chukker commenced with a balanced display as both teams managed to score a goal each. Mikael Sami scored one for Barry’s, and Agha Musa struck one for FG/Din Polo, leveling the score at 1-1. In the second chukker, Barry’s demonstrated superior polo skills, converting two goals – one each from Mikael and Saim – while FG/Din Polo managed to convert one goal through Agha Musa, resulting in Barry’s taking a narrow 3-2 lead.
Building on their momentum, Mikael continued his stellar performance in the third chukker, firing in the sole goal to extend their lead to 4-2. The fourth chukker witnessed another field goal from Mikael, further stretching Barry’s lead to 5-2. Despite FG/Din Polo’s efforts for making a strong comeback, they only managed to convert one goal, resulting in a crucial 5½-3 victory for Barry’s in this closely contested match.
Battle Axe Polo Cup 2024: Day 4 | Rijas Polo/Master Paints Book Finals Berth
Rijas Polo/Master Paints secured a coveted spot in the main final by defeating DS Polo with a convincing 9-4 scoreline on the fourth day of the Battle Axe Polo Cup, being played at the Jinnah Polo Fields.
The action continues on Friday, 19th January, with FG/Din Polo facing against Barry’s Polo. The winner of which will qualify for the final and clash with Rijas Polo/Master Paints.
Day 4 Match Overview
The Battle Axe Polo Cup, continued with today’s match resuming after the first four chukkers between the Pool B teams, in which the Rijas Polo/Master Paints outplayed DS Polo in the last four chukkers, securing a total score of 14½ against DS Polo’s 10 goals.
Amirreza Behboodi led the charge for Rijas Polo/Master Paints with four goals, supported by Sufi Mohammad Haroon with three goals, and Bilal Hayat Noon and Mohib Shehzad contributing one goal each. Bilal Haye showcased exceptional skill for DS Polo, firing in all four goals.
Battle Axe Polo Cup 2024: Day 3 | FG/Din Polo Edge To Victory
FG/Din Polo clinched a hard-fought victory against Diamond Paints, sealing the match with a narrow margin of 6-5 on the third day of the Battle Axe Polo Cup at the Jinnah Polo Fields.
On Thursday, 18th January another encounter is scheduled between DS Polo and Rijas Polo/Master Paints.
Day 3 Match Overview
The spotlight match of the day unfolded between FG/Din Polo and Diamond Paints, delivering a riveting clash that culminated in a 6-5 victory for FG/Din Polo. Juan Cruz Greguol emerged as the hero of the day for FG/Din Polo, showcasing his prowess with four fabulous goals, while Mian Abbas Mukhtar contributed two crucial goals.
Raja Temur Nadeem led the charge for Diamond Paints, scoring three impressive goals, with Saqib Khan Khakwani and Mir Huzaifa Ahmed each adding one. As the Battle Axe Polo Cup continues,
Battle Axe Polo Cup 2024: Day 2 | DS Polo Wins
The Battle Axe Polo Cup, witnessed the first leg of an intense match at the Jinnah Polo Fields on Tuesday. DS Polo won and set the stage for an eagerly anticipated second leg scheduled for Thursday, 18th January.
On meantime, Wednesday, 17th January FG/Din Polo face Diamond Paints.
Day 2 Match Overview
In Pool B, featuring only two teams, the first four chukkers unfolded with DS Polo concluding the session with a 6-5½ lead over Rijas Polo/Master Paints. Bilal Haye showcased exceptional polo skills, netting three impressive goals, while teammates Daniyal Sheikh contributed a brace, and Ahmad Ali Tiwana struck a goal for DS Polo.
For Rijas Polo/Master Paints, holding a one-and-a-half goal handicap advantage, Amir Raza Behboudi displayed a hat-trick of goals, and Bilal Hayat Noon converted one.
Battle Axe Polo Cup 2024: Day 1 | Barry’s Polo Victorious
The Battle Axe Polo Cup 2024, kicked off with a thrilling encounter at the Jinnah Polo Fields, where Barry’s Polo emerged victorious against Diamond Paints.
Resuming after a winter hiatus, Lahore’s polo season 2023-24 resumed at Jinnah Polo Fields in which five teams are participating in this eight-goal tournament. The five participating teams are divided into two pools as:
Pool A – Diamond Paints, Barry’s Polo, FG/Din Polo
Pool B – Rijas Polo/Master Paints and DS Polo
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On Day 2 – Tuesday, 17th January, the second match is scheduled between Rijas Polo/Master Paints and DS Polo at 3:30 pm at Jinnah Polo Fields.
Day 1 Match Overview
In the opening match between Barry’s Polo and Diamond Paints, Barry’s Polo secured a narrow victory against Diamond Paints with a scoreline of 9½-8.
Raja Mikael Sami played a heroic role, contributing an impressive seven goals, while teammate Raja Jalal Arslan added two tremendous goals. With a handicap advantage of half a goal, Barry’s Polo secured a hard-fought win.
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Despite a fantastic performance by Raja Temur Nadeem, who scored five remarkable goals for Diamond Paints, and contributions from Mir Shoaib Ahmed (two goals) and Mir Huzaifa Ahmed (one goal), their efforts fell short in the end, thus team Barry’s Polo emerging as victorious with a close margin of 9½-8.
