In an exhilarating match at the 5th Edition of the National Wheelchair Rugby Championship 2023, Rajasthan secured a remarkable victory with a score of 27-4 against Tamil Nadu. This thrilling championship is organized by The Indian Rugby Football Union (Rugby India), the governing body for rugby in India. The event is held in partnership with the Wheelchair Rugby Federation of India and Mitsubishi Corporation, and it took place at the Indoor Hall, Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Balewadi, Pune, Maharashtra.
The action-packed tournament featured several exciting matches, and here are some of the notable results:
Pool A Match: Karnataka displayed their prowess by defeating Kerala with a score of 14-10. The Karnataka team showcased their skills, with key players like Manjunath, Srikant Desai, Mahantesh Hangal, and Nandish BN contributing to their victory.
Pool B Match: Bihar delivered an outstanding performance as they outplayed Chandigarh with a commanding score of 21-6. Players like Rajiv Kumar, Dheeraj Singh, Shailesh Kumar, and Deepak Sharma were instrumental in securing the victory for Bihar.
Another Pool A Match: Maharashtra demonstrated their dominance in the championship by securing a resounding 20-7 win over Kerala. The Maharashtra team featured exceptional players like Somnath Jadhav, Agnel Francis, Surender Kasare, and Anthony John, who played crucial roles in their triumph.
Pool D Match: Rajasthan’s remarkable performance in their match against Tamil Nadu showcased their exceptional skills. The final score was 27-4 in favor of Rajasthan. Players such as Sachin Varma, Vimal Yogi, Ratan Kumar, and Rameshwar Jajra contributed significantly to Rajasthan’s victory.
These thrilling encounters and impressive performances highlight the growing popularity and competitiveness of wheelchair rugby in India. The National Wheelchair Rugby Championship provides a platform for talented athletes to showcase their skills and determination, inspiring others and promoting inclusivity in sports.
