Sobho Giants Win Inaugural Maharashtra Shooting League Title with Dominant Final Victory
Sobho Giants were crowned champions of the first-ever Maharashtra Shooting League after defeating Palghar Golden Finger 17–7 in the mixed team final, concluding the debut edition of the state-level franchise tournament.
The competition, held in Pune, featured participation from 18 district-based teams and a total of 144 athletes, including emerging shooters from smaller towns and experienced competitors.
Key Highlights
- Sobho Giants beat Palghar Golden Finger 17–7 in the final
- Aamhi Punekar secured third place with a 16–14 win over Sangli Alpha Lions
- League featured 18 teams and 144 shooters
- Competition included both rifle and pistol categories
Final Results and Top Performers
Sobho Giants delivered a commanding performance in the final, particularly in pistol events, to secure the title. Palghar Golden Finger finished as runners-up.
In the third-place playoff, Aamhi Punekar edged past Sangli Alpha Lions in a closely contested match.
Among individual performers, Gojiri from Amravati Dhurandhar recorded the highest score in the rifle category with 55 hits, while Jaj of Sobho Giants topped the pistol standings with 42 hits. Amravati Dhurandhar’s rifle team posted the highest combined score of 89, and Sobho Giants led the pistol team rankings with 72.
Official Reactions
Former world No. 1 shooter and Olympian Anjali Bhagwat said the format introduced a competitive environment that can help athletes adapt to high-pressure situations similar to international events.
Ex-Olympian Deepali Deshpande described the league as a collaborative effort and indicated that organisers plan to further refine its structure in future editions.
National shooting coach Ronak Pandit highlighted the league’s role in broadening the sport’s reach and making it more accessible to a wider audience.
Context / Background
The Maharashtra Shooting League follows a franchise-based model, similar to other domestic sports leagues, aimed at combining competitive sport with spectator appeal. It is among the early state-level initiatives after similar efforts in other regions, including Karnataka.
Such formats are designed to create structured competition for shooters beyond traditional tournaments, while also providing visibility to talent from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
Public Impact
For athletes, especially those from smaller towns, the league offers exposure, competitive experience, and potential pathways to national-level events. It also provides a platform for interaction with established shooters and coaches.
For the sport, the initiative could help increase public engagement and encourage grassroots participation, which is considered important for long-term development.
The successful completion of the inaugural Maharashtra Shooting League signals growing interest in structured, franchise-based formats in shooting sports. Organisers and stakeholders have indicated that future editions may build on this model, with an aim to strengthen the pipeline of talent and expand the sport’s reach across the country.
Inputs & Images: Hindusthan Samachar
Edited by: Pushkarini Annabathula
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Last Updated on: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 3:11 pm by Pushkarini Annabathula | Published by: Pushkarini Annabathula on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 3:11 pm | News Categories: Latest
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