The Gaurs, who went into the game having won 3 out of their 4 games couldn't continue their fine run as two late first-half goals took the wind out of them before a third at the beginning of the second made this a task too tall for Carlos Pena's team to overcome.
Having propelled the Blasters to their first final in six seasons, the Spaniard was a cult hero in the state, but as he goes back, his mind is firmly set on coming away with all three points. And whilst he remains grateful for the love he received in Kerala, Vazquez does not want the respect
With the introduction of opportunities for promotion to the Indian Super League as per the Roadmap approved by the AFC, this season is also something of a new beginning for the I-League.
The hosts clinched a crucial win against Kerala Blasters this past Sunday, while the visitors are coming into this game after a narrow loss in Hyderabad.
Harmanjot Khabra scored in the 35th minute before Jerry Mawihmingthanga equalised in the 54th minute and substitute Pedro Martin won it for the Juggernauts in the 86th minute.
Petratos' treble helped the Mariners earn a scintillating 5-2 win as they extended their undefeated streak against the Blasters to five games in the Indian Super League (ISL).