Neeru Dhanda Shines with Fourth Place Finish as Indian Shooters Show Promise at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Lonato On the penultimate day of the ISSF World Cup Shotgun stage in Lonato, Italy, India’s Neeru Dhanda delivered a career-defining performance, finishing fourth in the women’s trap final at what was her very first ISSF World…
India’s skeet shooters returned empty-handed from the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Lonato, Italy, as none of the country’s representatives could make the finals in either the men’s or women’s skeet events. After three days of intense qualifying rounds that tested skill, rhythm and mental fortitude, the Indian contingent fell short of the mark needed…
The final stage of the 2025 ISSF Shotgun World Cup is all set to begin at the legendary Trap Concaverde shooting range in Lonato, Italy, and it will be the Indian skeet shooting squad that will open India’s campaign on Sunday, July 6. A total of six Indian shooters three men and three women will…
As the 2025 international shotgun shooting season reaches its final bend, a 12-member Indian contingent is all set to compete at the fourth and concluding ISSF Shotgun World Cup Stage in Lonato, Italy. This event, a marquee fixture on the global shooting calendar, will take place at the Trap Concaverde, a venue long regarded as…
Suruchi Inder Singh Phogat continued to blaze her trail through the 2024–25 Indian shooting season with yet another commanding performance at the National shooting Trials 3 & 4 for Rifle & Pistol (Group A) in Bhopal. The Haryana shooter stamped her dominance in the 10m Air Pistol Women’s T3 event, topping both the qualification and…
The National Rifle and Pistol Selection Shooting Trials 3 and 4 in Raipur brought back familiar names into the national reckoning, while also underlining the depth of India’s shooting talent pool. With strong performances across the board, the trials not only shaped the squads for upcoming international events but also hinted at fierce internal competition…
The NRAI National Selection Trials 2025, held at the Trishul Shooting Range in Dehradun, continued to showcase intense competition among India’s finest rifle and pistol shooters. Strong performances at Dehradun trials shape Indian squad for Asian Championships and ISSF World Cup in Ningbo On day three and four of the trials, Olympians and emerging stars…
Trap and Skeet shooters gear up for July challenge as team eyes redemption at ISSF Shotgun World Cup The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has announced the list of shooters selected to represent the country at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Lonato, Italy, scheduled to be held from 4th to 14th July 2025….
Indian shooting has long been a reservoir of talent, producing champions with nerves of steel and remarkable precision. Saurabh Chaudhary, making a comeback and Suruchi Singh, now starting are taking it ahead It has brought the country global recognition, standing ovations, and historic victories. Yet, like all elite sport, it also holds stories of heartbreak,…
India’s shooting campaign at the ISSF World Cup Munich 2025 received a huge boost as Arjun Babuta and Arya Rajesh Borse delivered a clinical performance to win the Gold Medal in the 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team event, overpowering the formidable Chinese pair of Sheng Lihao and Wang Zifei by a convincing 17-7 margin in…
India’s campaign at the ISSF World Cup in Munich entered a crucial phase on Day 4, with several key qualification rounds on the agenda. While Day 3 brought mixed results, it was Sift Kaur Samra who delivered a moment of pride for the Indian contingent by clinching a hard-fought bronze in the women’s 50m rifle…
India’s shooting ace Sift Kaur Samra continued her fine run of form, clinching a bronze medal in the Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the ISSF World Cup in Munich. This is her second individual World Cup medal of the season, reaffirming her status as one of India’s brightest shooting prospects heading into the…
The ISSF World Cup Munich, Germany continues to serve up top-tier shooting action, with Indian shooters fighting hard to make their mark among the world’s best. As Day 3 kicks off today, India fields strong contenders across multiple rifle and pistol events. Before diving into today’s schedule, here’s a quick look back at how Day…
The Indian shooting contingent continues its campaign at the ISSF World Cup Munich 2025 in Germany, with an action-packed Day 2 lined up across rifle and pistol events. From seasoned Olympians to rising stars, the Indian shooters will aim to make their mark today in both precision and rapid-fire formats. Here’s a detailed look at…
India’s campaign at the ISSF World Cup Munich 2025 began on a mixed note on Day 1, with Elavenil Valarivan producing the highlight performance by clinching a bronze medal in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle event. Meanwhile, Varun Tomar made it to the Men’s 10m Air Pistol Final but couldn’t sustain his form, finishing 8th…
India’s shooting campaign at the ISSF World Cup in Munich 2025 began on a historic note as Elavenil Valarivan clinched the bronze medal in the women’s 10m Air Rifle event, marking not just the country’s first medal of the tournament but also setting a new national record in the process. The 25-year-old, who had finished…
When Swapnil Kusale raised his rifle for the final shot at the 2024 Paris Olympics, few outside the Indian shooting community expected a historic moment. But Kusale, known for his calm demeanor and relentless work ethic, delivered one of Indian shooting’s greatest triumphs—becoming the first Indian to win an Olympic medal in the 50m Rifle…
Hello and welcome to the live updates for the ISSF World Cup Munich in Germany. Here is our preview of the tournament We will keep updating Indian results on this, so share & bookmark this page for all the Indian Shooting updates during this week from Munich, Germany. Read our Report on the Day ISSF…
Swapnil Kusale and Elavenil Valarivan lead a packed Indian squad on Day 1 as world shooting elite gathers in Germany for ISSF World Cup Munich The ISSF World Cup 2025 kicks off in Munich on Tuesday with a strong Indian contingent ready to take on the world’s best in what promises to be one of…
After capturing national attention with his Bronze medal-winning performance in the 10m Mixed Team event at the Paris 2024 Olympics, combining with Manu Bhaker, Indian pistol shooter Sarabjot Singh is charting a comeback to form & into the national team. While the Olympic limelight is often fleeting, he had a strong 2024 season leading up…
ISSF Munich World Cup 2025: Indian Shooters Brace for Fierce Challenge as South Korea Sends Full-Strength Olympic Squad The stage is set for one of the most competitive events in the global shooting calendar as the ISSF Rifle/Pistol World Cup returns to Munich from June 8 to 15, 2025. A total of 23 Indian shooters…
India’s junior shooters have come out all guns blazing at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 in Suhl, Germany, with a string of standout performances that signal both depth and promise for the country’s shooting future. With eight medals — 2 gold, 3 silver, and 3 bronze — India currently leads the medal tally, and…
In a stunning display of resilience and precision, Adriyan Karmakar secured a bronze medal in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 in Suhl, Germany, marking his second podium finish of the tournament. The 19-year-old Indian shooter, son of Olympian Joydeep Karmakar, delivered a sensational performance in challenging conditions,…
Olympian Raiza Dhillon composed effort delivers India’s first shotgun medal of the competition in challenging weather Raiza Dhillon, a Tokyo Olympian and national skeet record holder, clinched a commendable silver medal in the women’s skeet event at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany, on Thursday, marking her first individual ISSF World Cup medal…
As the sun sets on May 23 in Chorzów, Poland, the javelin runway at the 71st ORLEN Janusz Kusociński Memorial will light up with some of the world’s best throwers – and leading them all will be India’s Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra. The World Athletics Continental Tour Silver meet promises a blockbuster men’s…
By the time the dust had settled inside the shooting range in Suhl, Germany, India had its first gold medal of the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025—and it came from a name the shooting fraternity has kept an eye on for a while now. Kanak, a silver medallist at the 2023 Junior World Championships, rose…
After a thrilling stretch of World Cup action in South America this April, the spotlight now turns to Suhl, Germany, where the ISSF Junior World Cup is set to kick off on May 19. India is sending a strong 57-member contingent to participate in the event. The young shooters will represent the country in rifle,…
The Trishul Shooting Range in Dehradun will once again take centre stage in Indian shooting, as the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) announced that it will host the Selection Trials 3 and 4 for rifle and pistol events from June 24 to June 30, 2025. These crucial trials will be used to finalize India’s…
In what will go down as one of the most memorable 10m Air Rifle finals in recent ISSF World Cup history, Arjun Babuta delivered a performance full of grit, composure, and class — eventually clinching the silver medal in Lima, Peru. Facing off against a high-octane field featuring seven nations, multiple Olympians, and the reigning…
At just 18 years old, Suruchi Phogat is rewriting the script for Indian shooting. With nerves of steel, unshakable focus, and an effortless rhythm on the shooting line, the young pistol shooter has emerged as the brightest new face on the global circuit. Over the last two ISSF World Cup events — Buenos Aires and…
The Indian pistol shooting contingent lit up Lima with a dazzling performance as 18-year-old Suruchi Singh Phogat clinched her second gold medal in as many World Cups, winning the women’s 10m air pistol final with a stellar score of 243.6. In a moment that will be remembered in Indian shooting history, she was joined on…
India’s shooting stars fired a strong post-Olympic warning shot to the rest of the world, finishing second in the medal tally at the ISSF World Cup in Mendoza, Argentina with an impressive haul: 4 Gold | 2 Silver | 2 Bronze Only China, with 5 gold medals, finished ahead. But for India, this was about…
What a moment for Indian shooting! Vijayveer Sidhu, just 22, delivered the performance of his career to win India’s first-ever gold medal in the men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event at an ISSF World Cup, scoring 29 out of 40 in a dramatic final in Buenos Aires. It was also India’s 4th gold medal of…
It’s not every day that a debutant steps onto the senior international stage and knocks out a trio of world-class Chinese shooters—but that’s exactly what 18-year-old Suruchi Singh just did at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires. In the unforgiving, razor-sharp world of international shooting, where a single decimal can decide destiny, Suruchi…
In a sensational display of calm, class, and clinical precision, former World Champion Rudrankksh Patil clinched the gold medal in the Men’s 10m Air Rifle event at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. With a staggering score of 252.9, just shy of the world record of 254.5, Patil stamped his authority on…
India’s rising pistol shooting sensation Esha Singh has created history by winning her first individual ISSF World Cup medal, claiming silver in the women’s 25m sports pistol event at the ISSF World Cup 2025 held in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The 20-year-old shooter delivered a composed and confident performance, registering 35 hits out of 50 in…
Indian shooting sensation Sift Kaur Samra delivered a performance of a lifetime at the ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires, Argentina, clinching the gold medal in the Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions event. A Comeback for the Ages by Sift Kaur Samra at the ISSF World Cup Argentina A Tale of Grit and Resilience •After…
Buenos Aires, April 4: Veteran marksman Chain Singh delivered India its first medal at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires, clinching bronze in the fiercely competitive Men’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions (3P) final with a score of 443.7. This medal holds historic significance—not only is it India’s opening medal at this year’s World…
After breaking their medal drought in shooting at the Olympics in Paris last summer, the Indian squad looks to start the next Olympic cycle at the combined ISSF World Cup Argentina in Rifle, Pistol & Shotgun Shooting at Buenos Aires from 1st to 11th April 2025. The 43-member squad is the biggest at the event…
The ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires kicks off with an exciting schedule for the Indian contingent, and all eyes will be on Saurabh Chaudhary, as he makes his much-anticipated return to international shooting. The 10m Air Pistol event is one of the key competitions on Day 1, and India will have a strong representation,…
The 2025 ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires, Argentina, marks the beginning of a crucial season for Indian shooters as they prepare to compete against the best in the world. With a strong 43-member squad, India has the largest delegation at the tournament, followed closely by China with 40 athletes. The event, scheduled to begin…
The Shooting League of India (SLI) 2025 is set to revolutionise the landscape of Indian shooting sports. Scheduled from November 24 to December 7, the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) officially announced the league with the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) recognising it as an international event. This marks a significant step in India’s…
India’s Shooting Squad Set to Shine at ISSF World Cup in Argentina and Peru India’s national shooting fraternity is gearing up for an exciting campaign as the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has officially announced the full squad for two upcoming ISSF World Cups in Argentina and Peru, starting April 1. With competitions spanning…
The Skeet finals at the 38th National Games showcased remarkable precision and composure as Anantjeet Naruka of Rajasthan and Ganemat Sekhon of Punjab emerged victorious in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively. Naruka clinched the gold with a final score of 56, while Ganemat Sekhon dominated the women’s final with a score of 53. Men’s…
In a thrilling display of precision shooting, Punjab’s Sift Kaur Samra won the gold in the Women’s 50m 3 Position event at the 38th National Games, held at Maharana Pratap Sports College Trishul Hall in Uttarakhand. Samra’s commanding performance saw her score an impressive 461.2 points, securing the top spot in a competitive final. Her…
Ashi Chouksey from Madhya Pradesh delivered a stellar performance at the 38th National Games, held at the Trishool Shooting Range, MPSC, setting a new national record in the 50M Rifle 3 Positions Women event. She scored an exceptional 598, breaking the previous record of 594 set by Sift Kaur Samra at the 2023 ISSF National…
Trishool Shooting Range witnessed an intense battle on Day 4 of Shooting at the 38th National Games, as Punjab emerged victorious in the 10M Air Rifle Mixed Team event. The duo of Arjun Babuta and Ojasvi Thakur showcased exceptional precision and composure, securing the gold medal with a 16-12 victory over Maharashtra. Despite a strong…
Anish Bhanwala and Narmada Raju Clinch Gold in Thrilling Shooting Finals at 38th National Games The Trishool Shooting Range in Dehradun was the stage for a high-octane showdown at the 38th National Games, with two shooting stars, Anish Bhanwala and Narmada Nithin Raju, emerging victorious in their respective finals. In the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol…
The Best of Indian Shooting at 38th National Games, who to watch out for The 38th National Games in Uttarakhand has already ignited excitement, drawing some of the biggest names in Indian sports. Among the most eagerly anticipated events is shooting—a discipline where India has consistently excelled on the global stage. This year, the competition…
After the remarkable performance by the Indian shooting contingent at the Paris Olympics, Indian shooters are back at the shooting range in the 67th national shooting championships. Paris Olympics medallists Sarbjot Singh and Swapnil Kusale are among the notable participants. The star of the championship, who surprised everyone, was Suruchi. The Haryana teenager dominated the…
