The action continued at the NPA Katsina Polo Tournament 2026 with three fiercely contested encounters across the Wazirin Katsina Cup and Talba Cup, as narrow scorelines, momentum shifts and late pressure kept spectators engaged at the Sir Usman Nagogo Polo Ground.
The day's opening contest saw 3 Aces take on Port Harcourt PHC in the Wazirin Katsina Cup, and it quickly developed into a goal-for-goal battle. 3 Aces found the first goal of the day, but PHC stayed within striking distance as the sides traded attacks and refused to allow the other any real breathing room. By the fourth chukker, the score stood at 2-2, setting up a tense finish in which every attack carried added significance. PHC eventually found the edge they needed, closing out a 3-2 victory after a hard-fought contest.
The Talba Cup then produced another dramatic swing as Crown Resort faced Mohali Ranch. Crown Resort held a 3-1.5 advantage and appeared to have established control, but Mohali Ranch gradually worked their way back into the contest, finding the balance and momentum needed to turn the match around. The comeback gathered pace as the game moved into its decisive stages, with Mohali Ranch eventually completing the turnaround to secure a 4.5-3 victory.
The final match between Pop Cola and SKK was another competitive affair, with the scoreboard reflecting how closely the two sides matched each other for long periods. Pop Cola held a 3.5-2 advantage, but SKK refused to let the contest slip away and continued to chase the game, applying pressure in search of a way back. Pop Cola, however, held their composure when it mattered and saw out the match for a 4.5-3 victory.
From the opening throw-in to the final whistle, the day's action once again underlined the intensity of competition in Katsina. A goal-for-goal opener, a comeback in the Talba Cup and a determined late chase in the final match ensured there was little room for complacency, with every chukker continuing to shape the story of the NPA Katsina Polo Tournament 2026.