Archive · 20 Jul 2026
India's Elite Shooters Compete in ISSF World Cup
India has announced a strong 36-member team for the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, China.
The team includes experienced Olympians like Manu Bhaker and Swapnil Kusale, as well as new talent.
They will compete in rifle, pistol, and shotgun events.
The competition starts on July 20 and ends on July 29.
The first medals will be decided on July 22, and the final medals on July 28.
The team is ready to compete and win medals, but the competition will be tough.
India announces a 36-member squad for the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, China.
The team includes experienced Olympians and emerging talent in rifle, pistol, and shotgun disciplines.
Key athletes include Manu Bhaker, Swapnil Kusale, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, Esha Singh, and Elavenil Valarivan.
The competition runs from July 20 to 29, with the first medals on July 22 and final medals on July 28.
India will compete in both individual and mixed-team events across various disciplines.
- Who
- Indian shooting team, including Olympians Manu Bhaker and Swapnil Kusale
- What
- Participation in the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun
- When
- July 20 to 29
- Where
- Hangzhou, China
- Why
- To compete in the prestigious shooting competition and win medals
Optimistic View
Cautious View
Team Strength
Optimistic View
The team is strong with a blend of experienced Olympians and emerging talent, which increases the chances of winning medals.
Cautious View
While the team is strong, the competition will be tough, and past performances do not guarantee success.
Event Preparation
Optimistic View
The team has been well-prepared and is ready to compete at the highest level.
Cautious View
Preparation is key, but unforeseen factors like weather and equipment issues can affect performance.
- Event
- ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun
- Location
- Hangzhou, China
- Dates
- July 20 to 29
- Team Size
- 36 members
- Key Athletes
- Manu Bhaker, Swapnil Kusale, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, Esha Singh, Elavenil Valarivan
- Disciplines
- Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun
- First Medals
- July 22 (10m Air Pistol Mixed Team and Men's 10m Air Rifle)
- Final Medals
- July 28 (10m Air Rifle Mixed Team and Trap Mixed Team)
