Khelo India 2019: Maharashtra U-21 Girls team began their campaign with a win

The Indian Central Government in associate with Maharashtra State Government has organized 2nd Khelo India Youth games at Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Pune. Kabaddi’s matches have been started from today.

In U-21 Girls category match was played between host Maharashtra and West Bengal. Maharashtra skipper Sonali Helawi got a good start with a bonus point and 1 touch point in her very first raid.

Sonali Helawi completed her Super 10 in just first half. Her attacking game was supported by Pratiksha’s performance. At the end of the first half, Maharashtra took a lead 19-12 over West Bengal.

Bengal tried to save themselves by doing super tackles from being all-out. But it was not enough for them as Maharashtra team won 33-27. From Maharashtra, skipper Sonali Helawi and Asawari scored Super 10’s. Sakshi also went for some good tackles.

Today Maharashtra U-21 boys team will take on Punjab at 8 pm. Star Sports network will broadcast the match. hoststar.com will also broadcast the match online.