The Archery Premier League (APL) Day 3 delivered an exciting slate of matches in New Delhi, with Prithviraj Yodhas, Rajputana Royals, and Mighty Marathas all securing wins at the DDA Yamuna Sports Complex on Saturday.
Prithviraj Yodhas vs. Kakatiya Knights
In a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Prithviraj Yodhas edged out the Kakatiya Knights 6‑4. The Yodhas opened strong, taking the first set 73‑72 with Abhishek Verma scoring decisive points. The Knights bounced back in the second set, winning 75‑64 thanks to Jignas and Jyoti Surekha’s perfect 10s that swung momentum back to them.
The two teams fought closely over the next two sets, each level at 2‑2 and 3‑3. Yodhas regained the advantage in the fourth set, winning 75‑70, before the Knights captured the fifth set 73‑71 for a 4‑2 lead. In a dramatic first shoot‑off of the tournament, Verma hit the target while the Knights faltered, giving Yodhas the win. The Yodhas finished with a final score of 6‑4.
Chola Chiefs vs. Rajputana Royals
Rajputana Royals dominated the match against the Chola Chiefs, closing out a comfortable 6‑0 victory. The Royals took a 78‑71 lead in the first set after a perfect 10 from Prathmesh. In the second set, both teams hit several bulls‑eye shots, but the Royals advanced 77‑75. The third set was won by the Royals 74‑71, sealing the win with a clean sweep.
Key performers included Rishabh Yadav for the Chiefs, who hit multiple perfect 10s, and the Royals’ steadiness under pressure that kept them in control throughout.
Chero Archers vs. Mighty Marathas
The third match of the day kept spectators guessing until the very end. Mighty Marathas won 5‑3 after a hard‑fought series of sets against the Chero Archers. Marathas took the first set 74‑70, while the Archers claimed the second set 77‑76 to tie the match. The third set finished 75‑75, and in the fourth and final set the Marathas edged ahead 77‑76, earning a 5‑3 win.
Mike Schloesser for the Marathas and Atanu Das for the Archers were standout shooters, each delivering perfect 10s that fueled their teams’ exchanges.
Overall, Day 3 of the Archery Premier League showcased tight competition and high‑level archery, with fan‑favorite teams winning their matches in dramatic finishes. The APL continues to draw attention in New Delhi, highlighting the skill and focus of India’s top archers.
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