Jaipur Polo Team Wins SMS Gold Vase, Secures Ninth Title Of The Season

Jaipur, March 9: The Jaipur Polo Team claimed the SMS Gold Vase with a 6–5.5 win over Krishna Polo. HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh led the side. This was Jaipur’s ninth title of the season. They had reached the final after beating RPC in the semi-final.

The final at Jaipur was close across all four chukkers. Jaipur started fast, pressing high and finishing well. They led 2–1.5 after the first chukker. Krishna Polo then hit back in the second chukker. Kr. Vishal Singh Rathore drove attacks to secure a 3.5–3 lead at halftime.

Jaipur clinches SMS Gold Vase ninth title

Jaipur raised their level in the third chukker. They controlled more ball and used simple passing. HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh finished key moves, pushing Jaipur ahead 5–3.5. Krishna Polo defended deep but could not stop clean shot making from open play.

The last chukker saw a hard push from Krishna Polo. Goals from Kr. Vishal Singh Rathore and Rk. Sidhant Singh cut the gap. Jaipur stayed calm under pressure. They kept a tight defensive shape, managed space, and held on to win 6–5.5 and lift the trophy.

Jaipur’s comeback win over RPC in the semi-final

In the semi-final, Jaipur faced RPC and had to chase the game. RPC started well and led 3.5–1 after the first chukker. Jaipur did not panic. They built play from deep, choosing safer passes and steady rides down the boards.

Jaipur improved in the second chukker through sharper attacks. Goals from Br. Harshodya Singh and Mr. Yogendra Singh cut the deficit. By halftime, RPC led only 4.5–4. Jaipur had regained momentum and looked more balanced in both defence and attack.

The third chukker turned the match. Jaipur tightened marking and limited clear shots for RPC. Goals from Kr. Divyamaan Singh Dujod and HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh made it 5–4.5 to Jaipur. RPC struggled to break lines as Jaipur pressed with control.

Jaipur carried that form into the final chukker. They stretched the field and finished chances to extend the lead. The match ended 8–5.5 in Jaipur’s favour, booking their place in the SMS Gold Vase final. RPC could not respond despite strong early play in the opening chukker.

Key scorers and contributions

Jaipur shared scoring duties across the semi-final. Br. Harshodya Singh and Mr. Yogendra Singh scored two goals each. Kr. Divyamaan Singh Dujod added one goal. HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh scored three goals. For RPC, Mr. Tarun Bilwal and Mr. Allan Shaun Michael led with two goals each.

Team	Player	Goals	Match
Jaipur	HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh	3	Semi-final vs RPC
Jaipur	Br. Harshodya Singh	2	Semi-final vs RPC
Jaipur	Mr. Yogendra Singh	2	Semi-final vs RPC
Jaipur	Kr. Divyamaan Singh Dujod	1	Semi-final vs RPC
RPC	Mr. Tarun Bilwal	2	Semi-final vs Jaipur
RPC	Mr. Allan Shaun Michael	2	Semi-final vs Jaipur

In the final, HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh again drove Jaipur’s attack. His finishing in the third chukker was key to the swing in score. For Krishna Polo, Kr. Vishal Singh Rathore scored in the second and fourth chukkers. Rk. Sidhant Singh added a final chukker goal in the late push.

Jaipur Polo Team’s ongoing season form

The SMS Gold Vase title added to a strong season for the Jaipur Polo Team. This was their ninth title of the current campaign. The side has built results around precision, clear roles, and teamwork. They also draw on a long polo tradition linked with the royal house of Jaipur.

The team’s play blends controlled defence and direct attacks. Players show strong riding, stick work, and awareness of space. With every match, they aim to uphold Jaipur’s polo legacy. Their latest success at Jaipur again underlined their status as a strong unit on the Indian polo circuit.