New Delhi, Aug. 26 -- The 134th edition of the Durand Cup ended with NorthEast United FC defending their title, as per the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

Six ISL teams took part in Asia's oldest football tournament, but Punjab FC and Mohammedan SC fell short of a knockout spot. The other four - NorthEast United FC, East Bengal FC, Mohun Bagan Super Giant, and Jamshedpur FC - qualified for the knockouts, with the Highlanders scripting history with back-to-back titles.

From Alaaeddine Ajaraie once again stealing the spotlight to debutants Diamond Harbour FC's stunning run to the final, here are the takeaways from the recently concluded Durand Cup campaign.

Alaaeddine Ajaraie picked up from where he left off in the ISL...