Shooting

Indian sport is mourning the loss of one of its most influential figures following the passing of celebrated shooter and coach Jaspal Rana at the age of 49. Renowned for his remarkable achievements as an athlete and his transformative impact as a coach, Rana played a crucial role in shaping the careers of several elite shooters, most notably double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker. As tributes poured in from across the sporting community, Bhaker's emotional remembrance highlighted the profound personal and professional influence Rana had on her life.

India’s shooting contingent is set to begin its campaign at the season-opening ISSF World Cup with a renewed emphasis on rifle and pistol disciplines. Following a disappointing performance at the Shotgun World Cup in Morocco, the team has recalibrated its strategy to build on the dominance it displayed in precision shooting events last year. With a strong mix of experience and emerging talent, Indian shooters aim to reinforce their global standing.

India’s trap shooting squad concluded the first two days of qualification at the inaugural ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco, without advancing to the finals in either the men’s or women’s events. Kynan Chenai led the men’s team with a score of 119 over five rounds, securing 13th place, while Bhowneesh Mendiratta finished 39th with 115. Olympian Prithviraj Tondaiman placed 57th, and teammates Sultan Mohammad Asad and Gyanchand Sharan Susheel ended 64th and 73rd. The results reflect the depth of the global field and highlight areas for strategic and technical improvement.