Kochi, April 18 -- Kerala Blasters FC produced a commanding first-half display to defeat Jamshedpur FC 2-0 in Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on Saturday.

Goals from Nihal Sudheesh and substitute Vibin Mohanan ensured all three points for the hosts, who were resolute at the back with goalkeeper Arsh Shaikh delivering a standout performance to preserve a clean sheet. Nihal Sudheesh was adjudged the Player of the Match, according to a press release.

The match began at a lively tempo, with both sides looking to impose themselves in midfield. Kerala Blasters showed early intent through Karim Benarif and Kevin Yoke, while Jamshedpur responded with measured build-up play, making for an evenly contested ope...