Indianerna lost 47–43 to rivals Smederna in the speedway Elitserien opener in Eskilstuna. Rising star Rasmus Karlsson struggled with health issues during the match and was immediately subjected to a doping control afterward. New signing Kai Huckenbeck noted a strong start but poor finish.
Indianerna lost a close season-opening match in the speedway Elitserien to Smederna 47–43 away in Eskilstuna. The game was described as a narrow but clear defeat, with Indianerna chasing until the end.
Rising star Rasmus Karlsson had a tough start due to health issues. "It has been tough today. I was completely shaky after the first heat," he told NA. He was on the verge of collapsing and focused mainly on getting through the match. He was immediately subjected to a doping control after the loss.
New signing Kai Huckenbeck summed up his debut: "Good start, bad finish." For the team as a whole, it was the opposite with a weak beginning but stronger end.
