{"id":61134,"date":"2025-11-14T17:22:30","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T11:52:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2025\/11\/14\/22nd-senior-national-roll-ball-championship-2025-concludes-in-indore-maharashtra-and-uttar-pradesh-clinch-gold\/"},"modified":"2025-11-14T17:22:30","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T11:52:30","slug":"22nd-senior-national-roll-ball-championship-2025-concludes-in-indore-maharashtra-and-uttar-pradesh-clinch-gold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2025\/11\/14\/22nd-senior-national-roll-ball-championship-2025-concludes-in-indore-maharashtra-and-uttar-pradesh-clinch-gold\/","title":{"rendered":"22nd Senior National Roll Ball Championship 2025 Concludes in Indore: Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh Clinch Gold"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], November 14:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>The\u00a022nd Senior National Roll Ball Championship 2025<\/em>\u00a0culminated in spectacular fashion at\u00a0Golden International School, Indore<\/strong>, after four days (October 3\u20136) of fierce competition, unyielding spirit, and inspiring sportsmanship. The championship witnessed\u00a0Maharashtra\u2019s men<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Uttar Pradesh\u2019s women<\/strong>\u00a0capturing the\u00a0national titles<\/strong>, sealing their dominance in one of India\u2019s fastest-growing hybrid sports.<\/p>\n

With\u00a021 men\u2019s teams<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a016 women\u2019s teams<\/strong>\u00a0from across India, the event transformed Indore into the pulsating heart of Roll Ball action, marking yet another milestone in the sport\u2019s national journey under the dynamic leadership of\u00a0Tapan Acharya<\/strong>, President of the\u00a0Roll Ball Federation of India (RBFI)<\/em>.<\/p>\n

A Grand Opening: Celebration of Speed, Skill, and Spirit<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The championship opened on\u00a0October 3<\/strong>\u00a0with a vibrant ceremony filled with energy, color, and enthusiasm. The inaugural function saw athletes from every corner of the country parade proudly with their state flags, symbolizing unity through sport.<\/p>\n

The event was graced by distinguished dignitaries and officials, including:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Mr. Shankar Lawani Ji<\/strong>\u00a0(Sansad, Indore) \u2013 Chief Guest<\/li>\n
  • Mr. Pranav Mandal<\/strong>\u00a0(Parshad)<\/li>\n
  • Raju Dabhade Sir<\/strong>\u00a0(Founder, Roll Ball)<\/li>\n
  • Mr. Manohar<\/strong>\u00a0(Observer, SAI)<\/li>\n
  • Mr. Hemant Joshi<\/strong>\u00a0(Organiser)<\/li>\n
  • Mr. Ritwik Mishra<\/strong>,\u00a0Mr. Trevor Ronald Brown<\/strong>,\u00a0Sports HOD Duglus<\/strong>, and\u00a0Madhu Sharma Sir<\/strong>\u00a0(Championship Director)<\/li>\n
  • Mr. Pratap Pagar<\/strong>\u00a0(Secretary General, RBFI)<\/li>\n
  • Mr. Chetan Bhandwalkar<\/strong> (CEO, RBFI)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The opening ceremony also featured cultural performances celebrating India\u2019s rich diversity, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the torch, officially declaring the championship open.<\/p>\n

    Nail-Biting Matches and Dominant Performances<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    The championship delivered high-intensity clashes, especially in the\u00a0men\u2019s category<\/strong>, where\u00a0Maharashtra<\/strong>\u00a0proved unstoppable. After a thrilling\u00a07\u20137 draw against Uttar Pradesh<\/strong>\u00a0in the semifinals, Maharashtra advanced to the finals by winning\u00a02\u20130 in extra time<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Meanwhile,\u00a0Gujarat<\/strong>\u00a0overcame\u00a0Jharkhand 7\u20135<\/strong>\u00a0in the second semifinal. In the bronze match,\u00a0Jharkhand defeated Uttar Pradesh 2\u20130<\/strong>\u00a0to secure third place.<\/p>\n

    In the much-awaited\u00a0men\u2019s final<\/strong>, Maharashtra displayed superior coordination and offensive brilliance, beating Gujarat\u00a06\u20133<\/strong>\u00a0to lift the national title.<\/p>\n

    Men\u2019s Winners:
    \n<\/strong>Maharashtra
    \nGujarat
    \nJharkhand<\/p>\n

    The\u00a0women\u2019s category<\/strong>\u00a0showcased incredible skill and teamwork.\u00a0Uttar Pradesh<\/strong>, driven by determination, triumphed in a dramatic semifinal against\u00a0Tamil Nadu<\/strong>, ending\u00a03\u20133<\/strong>\u00a0before sealing the game\u00a02\u20130 in extra time<\/strong>.\u00a0Rajasthan<\/strong>, on the other hand, stunned\u00a0Maharashtra<\/strong>\u00a0with a commanding\u00a04\u20130<\/strong>\u00a0victory.<\/p>\n

    In the bronze medal match,\u00a0Tamil Nadu<\/strong>\u00a0narrowly edged out\u00a0Maharashtra 3\u20132<\/strong>, while\u00a0Uttar Pradesh<\/strong>\u00a0dominated\u00a0Rajasthan 3\u20130<\/strong>\u00a0in the final, taking home the\u00a0Gold<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Women\u2019s Winners:
    \n<\/strong>Uttar Pradesh
    \nRajasthan
    \nTamil Nadu<\/p>\n

    A Grand Closing and a Golden Promise<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    The closing ceremony turned into an emotional celebration of victory, sportsmanship, and national pride. Athletes stood tall as the arena echoed with cheers and applause for their hard work and achievements.<\/p>\n

    unity, and the unstoppable rise of Roll Ball in India. The arena roared with applause as champions were honored amid the presence of esteemed dignitaries and federation leaders.<\/p>\n

    The ceremony was graced by:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • Gaurav Ranadiv (Pradesh Mahamantri, BJP)
      \n<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Pranav Mandal (Nagar Upadhyaksh, BJP Indore)
      \n<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Sanjeev Gadkar (IAS Officer)
      \n<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Gopal Agarwal (Director, Golden International School)<\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Raju Dabhade (Founder, Roll Ball)<\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Pratap Pagar (Secretary General, RBFI)<\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Tapan Acharya (President, RBFI)<\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Madhu Sharma (Championship Director)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Tapan Acharya<\/strong>, President of RBFI addressed the players and audience with heartfelt words of encouragement.Praising the spirit and dedication of every team, he said with conviction:<\/p>\n

      \u201cOur men\u2019s and women\u2019s teams will bring gold for India in 7th Roll Ball World Cup to be held in Dubai.\u201d<\/p>\n

      His statement referred to the upcoming\u00a07th Roll Ball World Cup 2025<\/strong>, scheduled to be held in\u00a0Dubai from December 14 to 18<\/strong>, symbolizing India\u2019s growing global ambition in the sport.<\/p>\n

      Under\u00a0Acharya\u2019s visionary leadership<\/strong>, India\u2019s Roll Ball journey has been marked by remarkable international success:<\/p>\n

        \n
      • Junior Roll Ball World Cup 2025 (Kenya, June):<\/strong>\u00a0India won Gold in both boys\u2019 and girls\u2019 categories.<\/li>\n
      • 4th Asian Roll Ball Championship 2024 (Goa):<\/strong> India clinched Gold in both divisions at the Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Legacy of the Indore Championship<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        From dazzling opening parades to nail-biting finals, the 22nd Senior National Roll Ball Championship in Indore celebrated not just the sport but also the values of teamwork, discipline, and national pride. The event reinforced India\u2019s growing dominance in the global Roll Ball scene, with players and officials alike setting their sights on international glory.<\/p>\n

        As the lights dimmed at\u00a0Golden International School<\/strong>, one thing was clear \u2014 the wheels of Indian Roll Ball are spinning faster than ever, fueled by passion, purpose, and the unshakable promise of\u00a0Tapan Acharya<\/strong>:
        \n\u201cNext stop \u2014 Dubai, Gold for Bharat!
        \n<\/strong>
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