Sonipat, Feb. 5 -- The final league day of the Kabaddi Champions League lived up to its billing with three high-intensity encounters in Matches 26, 27 and 28, sealing the semi-final lineup as Panipat Panthers, Hisar Heroes, Bhiwani Bulls and Rohtak Royals emerged as the top four teams to qualify for the knockouts, according to a release.

In Match 26, Gurugram Gurus stunned Hisar Heroes with a commanding 41-28 victory after what began as a nightmare start for the Heroes. Gurugram's raiders Mandeep Kumar and Vikas Kandola dominated early exchanges, inflicting multiple all-outs to take a strong first-half lead.

Hisar mounted a spirited comeback in the second half, led by Ashu Malik, who produced yet another raiding masterclass and finished...