Malcomines defeated Dokaji Farms 3-0 to win the Governor’s Cup at the 2026 Bauchi Annual International Polo Tournament. The final took place on July 16, 2026, at the Col. Adamu Umar Polo Ground in Bauchi.
The victory gave Malcomines their sixth Governor’s Cup title. It also extended the club’s dominance in one of Northeastern Nigeria’s biggest polo competitions.
Malcomines controlled the match from the opening chukka. The team defended well and attacked with confidence throughout the game.
Dokaji Farms enjoyed strong support from the home crowd. However, the hosts could not find a way past the champions’ organised defence. Malcomines took their chances and secured a convincing 3-0 victory.
The winning squad featured four experienced players:Franco Carnero, Ashraf Yahya, Fernando Munoz, Isa Kwame.
The players combined skill, teamwork and discipline to deliver another title-winning performance. Their understanding on the field helped Malcomines stay in control from start to finish.
Winning a sixth Governor’s Cup confirms Malcomines as one of Nigeria’s most successful polo clubs. The team has built a reputation for consistency in major tournaments.
The Bauchi Annual International Polo Tournament remains one of the country’s leading polo events. Every year, it attracts top clubs and talented players from across Nigeria.
This victory keeps Malcomines at the top of Nigerian polo. It also shows the value of experience, preparation and teamwork in high-pressure matches.
For Dokaji Farms, reaching the final remains an important achievement. The club proved it can compete with the country’s best teams and will look to challenge for the title again next season.
The result also highlights the growing popularity of polo in Northern Nigeria. More tournaments, stronger teams and increased sponsorship continue to raise the profile of the sport.
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p at the 2026 Bauchi Annual International Polo Tournament. The final took place on July 16, 2026, at the Col. Adamu Umar Polo Ground in Bauchi.
The victory gave Malcomines their sixth Governor’s Cup title. It also extended the club’s dominance in one of Northeastern Nigeria’s biggest polo competitions.
