Tiruvallur Premier League 3.0 — Indian Bank overpower AGORC in a Super Six classic

Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium, Egmore | 24 August 2025 | Match No. 7, Super Six

📡 Live: i1Sports YouTube | 🎙️ Commentary: Ritish & Nandha

The Super Six stage of tiruvallur premier league 3.0 lit up Egmore with another eight-goal thriller as Indian Bank defeated AGORC 5–3 in front of a buzzing crowd that crossed 500. The match had everything — penalty corners, penalty strokes, field goals, fiery exchanges, and fans who turned the stadium into a cauldron of noise.

Match Flow

Indian Bank started brightly and drew first blood in the 11th minute through Anand (No. 20, PC). But AGORC, urged on by a boisterous Karnataka contingent in the stands, struck back immediately — Thishul Ganapathi (No. 15, PS)equalised in the 12th minute, followed swiftly by Chiran Medappa (No. 13, FG) to give AGORC a 2–1 lead.

The second quarter saw relentless pressure from Indian Bank, and their persistence was rewarded when Somanna (No. 11, PC) levelled the scores at 2–2.

The third quarter was hockey at its racy best. Sathish (No. 9, FG) fired Indian Bank back in front, only for Desh Pooviah (No. 33, FG) to make it 3–3 for AGORC. Tempers flared, cards came out, and the contest boiled over — but the hockey never slowed.

In the final quarter, the experience of Indian Bank showed. Sathish (No. 9, PC) struck again in the 47th minute, and when Aryan (No. 22, FG) added a late fifth in the 58th minute, the result was beyond doubt. Final score: Indian Bank 5 – 3 AGORC.

Injury update (IB): Winger Saravanan G is out for the season with an ACL injury, confirmed by the Indian Bank camp. Wishing him a strong recovery. 💪

Final Scoreline

Indian Bank 5 – 3 AGORC

• Indian Bank goals: Anand (11’ PC), Somanna (23’ PC), Sathish (32’ FG, 47’ PC), Aryan (58’ FG)

• AGORC goals: Thishul Ganapathi (12’ PS), Chiran Medappa (14’ FG), Desh Pooviah (44’ FG)

Squads

AGORC (AGS)

1. Gokulakrishnan (GK), 5. Kavin Kishore, 6. Vasudevan, 7. Harvey Jason (C), 8. Suriya, 9. Murugesh, 10. Santhosh Kumar, 13. Chiran Medappa, 15. Thishul Ganapathi, 16. Upendra Singh Tanwar (GK), 22. Sathwik H.R., 23. Dhamu, 24. Aravind, 28. Yuvaraj, 30. Murali, 33. Desh Pooviah, 36. Madhubalan, 77. Veerathamizhan V.

   Coach: R. Ramesh | Manager: M. Meenakashi Sundaram

Indian Bank

1. Stalin Abhilash, 4. Santhosh Kumar, 7. Vinodhan V, 9. B. Sathish, 10. Akshayakumar V (C), 11. B.P. Somanna, 14. Heartlin James Anthuvan, 15. A. Kumar, 18. Saravanakumar G, 19. Raja V, 20. Anand Y, 21. Nakul Malnad, 22. Aryan Uthappa M.T., 23. Silver Stalin S, 24. Sathiyaguru P, 25. Abhishek, 32. Dhivakar R (GK), 55. Subramani M (GK).

   Manager: S. Thirumalvalavan

Match Officials

• Umpires: R.S. Suryaprakash, Krishnakumar

• Judges: Lakshminarayanan (Scoring), Navaneethakrishnan (Timing)

• Technical Officer: Dinesh Kumar

• Reserve Umpire: Shajahan

Managers’ Reactions

Prabhakaran, Manager – Indian Bank:

“To stay unbeaten in the Super Six is a big achievement. The injury to Saravanan has tested our depth, but the team has responded brilliantly. Every match we grow stronger.”

S. R. Ramesh, Coach – AGORC:

“We matched Indian Bank stride for stride. Missed corners and key moments hurt us, but the boys lifted the atmosphere today. This team will only get better.”

Fans and Atmosphere

Egmore echoed with chants and drums. The Karnataka fans — students and young supporters who travelled down — created a sea of noise, especially when Chiran, Thishul and Desh found the net. The crowd of over 500 added to the carnival vibe, while thousands more tuned in live on i1Sports YouTube, where commentators Ritish and Nandha once again gave the contest a regional, relatable flavour.

Man of the Match

Kavin Kishore (AGORC) was awarded Man of the Match for his tireless midfield work, and received his medal from Dr. Prakash Ayyadurai, President – Hockey Tiruvallur.

The Bigger Picture

Indian Bank remain unbeaten and have set themselves apart as the team to beat in the Super Six. AGORC, though on the losing side, earned admiration for their fearless style and the passionate support they inspire.

With stadium crowds swelling and broadcast reach growing each matchday, Tiruvallur Premier League 3.0 is proving to be more than a league — it’s becoming the heartbeat of Tamil Nadu hockey.