National Pool Championship Day 3 Delivers High Drama in Ludhiana
The Manisha Constructions National Pool Championship, featuring 9-ball and 10-ball events, reached a fever pitch on Day 3 at the Rotary Club in Ludhiana. Organized by the Punjab Billiards and Snooker Association, the tournament saw a mix of tense, down-to-the-wire contests and emphatic, one-sided victories as players battled in the double elimination stage.
Nail-Biting Finishes Highlight Competitive Spirit
Several matches kept spectators on the edge of their seats with dramatic conclusions. Ashutosh Padhy from Odisha narrowly escaped defeat, securing a hard-fought 6-5 win against Nitesh Madan of the Railway Sports Promotion Board. In another closely contested encounter, Alok Sharma of Rajasthan edged past Prashanth R from Karnataka with an identical 6-5 scoreline, showcasing the intense competition in the race-to-six format.
Dominant Performances Showcase Player Prowess
While some matches were decided by the slimmest of margins, others saw players assert their dominance with commanding performances. Dilip Kumar of the Railway Sports Promotion Board delivered a flawless 6-0 victory over Khushwant from Punjab. Similarly, Sukhpreet Singh of Punjab outplayed Keshvinder Singh, also from Punjab, with a decisive 6-0 win. Viren Sharma from Madhya Pradesh joined the list of dominant winners, blanking Alok Sharma of Rajasthan 6-0.
Punjab Players Maintain Strong Presence
Reflecting the depth of cue sports in the state, Punjab players continued to perform strongly across various matches. Robin Singh triumphed over Arpit Seth from Delhi with a 6-2 score, while Harmeet Bhandari secured a 6-4 win against Ankur Nanda of Haryana. Ravish Arora recorded an easy 6-1 victory over Navneet Malhotra, and Arun Chhabra extended his winning streak with a 6-4 win against Rajat Kaura, both from Punjab.
Other Notable Results from Day 3
- S Shrikrishna (Tamil Nadu) defeated Ankit Rehani (Delhi) 6-4.
- Shabz Adil Khan (Railway Sports Promotion Board) outplayed Sunil Auluck (Punjab) 6-2.
- Nitin Sharma (Chandigarh) overcame Vinay Chawla (Punjab) 6-4.
- Deepanshu Rohilla (Chandigarh) beat Chaitanya Parashar (Rajasthan) 6-2.
Tournament Intensity Builds Towards Knockout Rounds
As the double elimination stage progresses, the competition is intensifying, with players fiercely vying for qualification to the knockout rounds. With stakes rising each day, the championship is expected to witness even more thrilling action and high-stakes matches in the coming days, promising an exciting climax to this national cue sports event.
