SUBL Season 2: Skyliners and Ring Capitals Dominate on Opening Day
The Surat Ultimate Basketball League (SUBL) tipped off its second season with a bang on July 6th at the Pandit Deen Dayal Indoor Stadium.
The Surat Ultimate Basketball League (SUBL) tipped off its second season with a bang on July 6th at the Pandit Deen Dayal Indoor Stadium. The tournament, featuring six men's teams and three women's teams, delivered an action-packed first day, setting the stage for an thrilling conclusion on day two.
Men's Division: Nail-Biting Comebacks and Dominant Displays
The day began with a dramatic clash between Alpha Warriors and Ring Capitals in Group A, witnessed by Surat Mayor Shri Daxesh Mavani. Led by icon players Manish Sharma and Krish Gadara, Alpha Warriors orchestrated a stunning comeback, erasing a 14-point deficit to clinch a 63-58 victory.
The Skyliners showcased their offensive prowess in both their matches. Against the Dominators, they unleashed a second-half onslaught, outscoring their opponents 25-8 to secure a commanding 69-53 win. Later, they continued their dominant form by defeating the Lion Stars 52-33, with Yash Rathod and Karan Gajjar playing pivotal roles.
In another thrilling encounter, Heat Hoopers edged out Ring Capitals 69-66, with Aryan Savaliya earning MVP honors. The day concluded with a nail-biting match between Alpha Warriors and Heat Hoopers. Manish Sharma's clutch free throws proved decisive, while Dhruv Golakiya's valiant effort for Heat Hoopers fell just short, resulting in a narrow 46-44 victory for Alpha Warriors.
Women's Division: Diamond Divas Split Results, Ring Capitals Impress
In the women's category, Diamond Divas experienced mixed fortunes. They triumphed in a low-scoring affair against Sky Hoopers (28-15), with Bhumi Panwar earning MVP honors. However, they were later outclassed by a formidable Ring Capitals side, led by icon players Ashwini Dhanvariya and Sakshi Sabalpara, who doubled the Divas' score in a 43-26 rout.
Day 1 Results Summary:
Men's Division:
Alpha Warriors 63-58 Ring Capitals
Skyliners 69-53 Dominators
Heat Hoopers 69-66 Ring Capitals
Skyliners 52-33 Lion Stars
Alpha Warriors 46-44 Heat Hoopers
Women's Division:
Diamond Divas 28-15 Sky Hoopers
Ring Capitals 43-26 Diamond Divas
MVP Honors
Men's Division:
Manish Sharma (Alpha Warriors vs. Ring Capitals)
Yash Rathod (Skyliners vs. Dominators)
Aryan Savaliya (Heat Hoopers vs. Ring Capitals)
Karan Gajjar (Skyliners vs. Lion Stars)
Sumeet Sumeet (Alpha Warriors vs. Heat Hoopers)
Women's Division:
Bhumi Panwar (Diamond Divas vs. Sky Hoopers)
Ashwini Dhanvariya (Ring Capitals vs. Diamond Divas)
Looking Ahead: Day 2 Promises High Stakes
The tournament's second day will feature crucial matchups that will determine the playoff picture:
Men's Division:
Dominators vs. Lion Stars (knockout spot on the line)
Two high-stakes semi-final clashes
Women's Division:
Sky Hoopers vs. Ring Capitals (must-win for Sky Hoopers)
Championship final
The day will culminate with the men's final, crowning the SUBL Season 2 champions in both divisions.
Day 2 Schedule:
Men: Dominators vs. Lion Stars
Men: Semi-Final 1
Women: Sky Hoopers vs. Ring Capitals
Men: Semi-Final 2
Women's Final
Men's Final
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