Jaipur, 1 December: In a dominant display of polo prowess, the Jaipur Polo Team secured their fifth trophy of the 2025 season by defeating Rambagh Polo 10–7 in the final of the Kota Cup on Sunday.
From the first throw-in, Jaipur set the tempo. Spearheaded by HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh, who knocked in five goals, the champions surged to a 5-1 lead after the first chukker.
In the second chukker, Jaipur extended their dominance, adding four more goals to push the score to 9–2 leaving Rambagh scrambling to match the pace.
By the end of the third chukker, Jaipur had already breached the double-digit mark with a 10–4 lead. Although Rambagh rallied with three unanswered goals in the final chukker, the early cushion proved insurmountable. The match concluded at 10–7 in favour of Jaipur.
Apart from Padmanabh Singh, key contributions from Lance Watson and Pranav Kapur ensured that every attacking opportunity was converted with precision.
With this triumph, Jaipur Polo Team extends an already stellar season building on earlier victories in other tournaments and reaffirming their dominance in Indian polo. The win also underscores the royal legacy and sporting excellence associated with Jaipur’s polo tradition.
Match Key Facts
- Final Score: Jaipur Polo Team 10, Rambagh Polo 7
- Chukker-wise Scoring:
- 1st: 5–1
- 2nd: 4–1
- 3rd: 1–2
- 4th: 0–3
- Standout Player: HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh 5 goals
Jaipur’s well-orchestrated gameplay, sharp finishing, and mid-game control made the difference. Their ability to build an early lead and then manage the game under pressure speaks volumes about their composure and strategic maturity.