Punjab and Tamil Nadu wins gold at National Games Basketball

Punjab men’s and Tamil Nadu women’s team won gold on Tuesday, in the 34th National Games at Ranchi.

Punjab men proved too strong for Uttarakhand as they beat them 97-57 in the summit clash. Reigning champions Services settled for the bronze.

Tamil Nadu defeated Chhattisgarh 79-48 in the final of the basketball women’s event of the 34th National Games.

Tamil Nadu outclassed Chhattisgarh challenge in the final two quarters by firing 28-8 and 19-8 points. V Sangeetha and Anita excelled for Tamil Nadu while Chhattisgarh Pushpa played well.

Delhi took the bronze medal defeating Maharashtra 79-59 in the tie between the losing semifinalists.