Safety Shooters and Kano Pillars settled for a draw in an intense match befitting two former champions on Day 5 of the ongoing Ardova Handball Premier League 2024 phase 1 in Benin City. The two former champions, with five premier titles between them, played out an exhilarating 21-21 draw, resembling a cup final.
In other men's matches, Benue Buffaloes secured their first victory in the league by defeating Seasider Boys of Lagos 28-25, while Sunshine Kings also earned their inaugural win, defeating Adamawa Warriors 28-24. Niger United faced a huge scare but managed to defeat Rima Strikers 29-28, and Tojemarine Academy triumphed over De Defenders 27-21.
In the women's category, Defender Babes showcased their experience as they defeated an exciting Rivers Queens side 29-26, concluding the match day in grand style. Earlier, Plateau Peacocks easily defeated Bendel Dynamos 32-21, Imo Grasshoppers secured a comfortable 34-21 victory over COAS Babes, and defending champions Safety Babes remained unbeaten with a 30-23 victory over Delta Queens.
Results of Day 5 matches:
Female:
- Bendel Dynamos 21 - Plateau Peacocks 32
- Imo Grasshoppers 34 - COAS Babes 21
- Seasider Babes 15 - Rima Queens 23
- Delta Queens 23 - Safety Babes 30
- Defender Babes 29 - Rivers Queens 26
Male:
- Lagos Seasiders 25 - Benue Buffaloes 28
- Correction Boys 10 - Confluence Stars 00 (Walkover)
- Adamawa Warriors 24 - Sunshine Kings 28
- Niger United 29 - Rima Strikers 28
- D:Defenders 21 - Tojemarine Academy 27
- Safety Shooters 21 - Kano Pillars 21
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