They meet the government troops which were sent south to oppose them in the neighbourhood of Matun, and some sharp fighting takes place at the end of February and beginning of March. The tribesmen from across the border then begin to withdraw at the bidding of some of their elders who were sent by the British authorities to recall them, and the uprising soon comes to an end.
They come into contact with government troops that were sent south to counter their movement in the Matun area, leading to intense fighting at the end of February and beginning of March. As some elderly tribal leaders, appointed by British authorities, urge their men to withdraw, the rebellion is eventually brought to a close.