Indian Shooters Shine at Deaflympics with Double Podium Finish

Indian shooters achieved remarkable success at the 25th Deaflympics, earning both gold and bronze in the 10m air rifle mixed team event. The gold was secured by Dhanush Srikanth and Mahit Sandhu, while Mohammed Murtaza Vania and Komal Milind Waghmare claimed bronze.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Tokyo | Updated: 18-11-2025 17:17 IST | Created: 18-11-2025 17:17 IST
Indian Shooters Shine at Deaflympics with Double Podium Finish
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Indian shooters demonstrated exceptional prowess at the 25th Deaflympics, achieving a remarkable double-podium finish in the 10m air rifle mixed team event.

The dynamic duo of Dhanush Srikanth and Mahit Sandhu clinched the gold after a decisive victory over South Korea's Jeon Dain and Kim Woorim. Meanwhile, the team of Mohammed Murtaza Vania and Komal Milind Waghmare secured a bronze medal, defeating Ukraine's competitors in a tightly contested match.

This triumph adds to India's shooting accolades at the Deaflympics, with nine medals won over three days. Expectations remain high as the air pistol mixed teams prepare for competition, aiming to enhance India's medal tally.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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