अत्र शूरा महेष्वासा भीमार्जुनसमा युधि युयुधानो विराटश्च द्रुपदश्च महारथ: || 4|| धृष्टकेतुश्चेकितान: काशिराजश्च वीर्यवान् | पुरुजित्कुन्तिभोजश्च शैब्यश्च नरपुङ्गव: || 5|| युधामन्युश्च विक्रान्त उत्तमौजाश्च वीर्यवान् | सौभद्रो द्रौपदेयाश्च सर्व एव महारथा: || 6|| |
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“Here are the powerful warriors, Yuyudhana, Virata, and Drupada, wielding bows and equal to Bhima and Arjuna; There are also mighty warriors like Dhrishtaketu, Chekitana, and the valiant King of Kashi; Purujit, Kuntibhoja, and Shaibya, the best among men; Yudhamanyu, brave Uttamauja, son of Subhadra and the heroic sons of Draupadi, who are all mighty warriors.”
Commentary
Duryodhana continues to describe the formidable warriors on the side of Pandavas. He mentions several warriors, comparing them to the likes of Bhima and Arjuna in terms of their combat abilities. Some of the notable warriors that he names are Yuyudhana (Satyaki), Virata (the king of Matsya), and Drupada (the king of Panchala), all known for their exceptional skills in chariot warfare.
He further lists warriors like Dhrishtaketu, Chekitana, and the valiant King of Kashi, emphasizing their bravery and valor on the battlefield. Purujit, Kuntibhoja, and Shaibya, who hail from influential lineages, are also mentioned as warriors of great prowess.
Additionally, Duryodhana acknowledges the heroic sons of Draupadi, Yudhamanyu and Uttamaujas, as well as Abhimanyu, the son of Subhadra and Arjuna, who is known for his exceptional skills in warfare.