17’ Lancers pick off from where they stopped!
Kalinga Lancers attack from the left, create a chance inside the D but fail to finish, and later build up from the right, only for a failed touch outside the striking circle to give possession back to Delhi.
15’ End of Quarter 1!
And that’s the end of the first quarter! Kalinga Lancers lead 1-0 over Delhi Pipers after a fast-paced opening period.
The Pipers have shown signs of pressure, but the Lancers’ defense has held strong.
Stay tuned for more action in the next quarter.
12’ Delhi raises the heat!
Delhi has intensified their search for an equalizer. The Pipers continue to press forward and earn a penalty corner.
Furlong takes the flick, but Pathak makes a great save!
Shamsher pounces on the rebound, but his shot goes wide.
11’ GOAL!
Goal! The pressure from Kalinga Lancers pays off as their counterattack leads to the opening goal of the game.
A rebound falls to Arthur Van Doren, who slots it in for the Lancers’ first blood.
Kalinga Lancers 1-0 Delhi SG Pipers
9’ Penalty corner for Lancers!
The Pipers are finding it tough to handle the pressure from the Lancers. A penalty corner of the game is awarded to Kalinga Lancers, but it’s cleared away. However, the Lancers are awarded another penalty stroke shortly after.
Pipers keep the defence strong to clear it away.
8’ Lancers setting the pace!
The counterattack from Kalinga Lancers results in a long corner, but Delhi clears it away.
After a strong start from Delhi SG Pipers, the game has now settled, with Kalinga Lancers taking control of possession and dictating the pace.
5’Penalty corner for Pipers!
Delhi SG Pipers have the ball inside the striking circle and appeal for a penalty corner.
After a review, the referee awards them the penalty corner, but the Lancers manage to clear it away.
Now, Delhi Pipers find themselves under pressure as Kalinga Lancers launch a counterattack.
4’ Quick start from both sides!
Delhi in possession, and drives the ball into the striking circle but loses control. However, the Pipers recover quickly and take a shot, but it’s wide of the target.
For the first time, Kalinga Lancers enter the attacking zone, but strong defense from Delhi sees them regain possession.
The ball is rolling!
The match has officially begun at the Birsa Munda Stadium! Kalinga Lancers take the first touch, and the ball is rolling as they quickly move into position.
Both teams are now looking to find their rhythm in this crucial encounter.
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