16th April, 2024 TANISHA ROY TANISHA ROY

Two masters of camouflage and intelligence clash underwater! Who comes out on top?

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Round 1: Body Blows

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Round 2: Brain Power

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Round 3: Defense Tricks

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Round 4: Ocean Domination

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Round 5: Predator vs. Prey

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Round 6: Human Impact

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And the Winner Is...

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