Diamond Paints/Imperial won the 14th Major General Saeed Uz Zaman Janjua Memorial Polo Cup 2026 after defeating FG/Din/Sheikhoo 10–8 in the final at Fortress Stadium, Lahore. Sponsored by JS Bank, the tournament was organised under the auspices of Lahore Garrison Polo Grounds and featured a competitive final attended by polo enthusiasts, distinguished guests and families.
Diamond Paints/Imperial maintained their advantage during the match through coordinated play and effective attacking moves. Raja Jalal Arslan led the scoring with six goals, including field goals and a successful 60-yard penalty conversion. Bilal Haye and Ibrahim Naveed Sheikh contributed two goals each, helping their side secure the two-goal victory. The winning team was captained by Mir Shoaib Ahmad.
FG/Din/Sheikhoo also put up a strong performance in the final. Hamza Mawaz Khan scored five goals through field play and penalty conversions, while Abbas Mukhtar added three. Despite their efforts to close the gap, FG/Din/Sheikhoo finished with eight goals against Diamond Paints/Imperial’s ten.
International umpires Chris Hyde and Andrew Blake Thomas officiated the final. The event was attended by several notable guests, including Dr Rashid Latif, Chairman of Rashid Latif University; Brigadier Mukhtiar; Brigadier Badar Uz Zaman, son of the late Major General Saeed Uz Zaman Janjua; and Major Babar Mahboob Awan, Secretary of Lahore Garrison Polo Grounds.
Following the victory, Diamond Paints/Imperial captain Mir Shoaib Ahmad praised his team’s dedication, teamwork and consistent performance throughout the tournament. He also acknowledged the contributions of Raja Jalal Arslan and Bilal Haye, particularly their efforts in competing in consecutive finals over two successive weeks.
The closing ceremony marked the conclusion of the tournament, with Club Secretary Major Babar Mahboob Awan thanking Brigadier Badar Uz Zaman and his family for attending and supporting the occasion.
Organised as part of the Pakistan Polo Association’s official calendar, the 14th edition of the memorial cup honoured the legacy of Major General Saeed Uz Zaman Janjua while showcasing the competitive spirit and continued presence of polo in Pakistan.
