The 23-year-old from Punjab, who scripted history with a world record score of 469.6 in the women\u2019s 50m rifle 3 positions final at the 2022 Asian Games, believes that India\u2019s first-ever shooting league will open up new dimensions for shooters and future talent alike.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThis is the first time something like this is happening in Indian shooting, and I think it\u2019s a huge step forward. People still do not know much about shooting as a sport. A league format brings it closer to audiences and gives us shooters a whole new platform to grow\u2014both competitively and personally,\" said Sift.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While she is no stranger to the international stage - with multiple medals including Asian Games gold and silver, and a previous ISSF World Cup bronze - Sift is especially intrigued by the league\u2019s format that will pit India\u2019s top shooters against each other in team-based rivalries.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe are used to competing individually or as national teams internationally. But in the league, we will be playing against each other - possibly alongside international shooters too. That is new, that is exciting, and it will definitely be fun. It is a format where you win or lose in a single shot - there is no safety net of world rankings or qualification points. It is pure sport, and people will love watching that,\" she said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sift also highlighted the league\u2019s potential to inspire the next generation of shooters, likening its potential impact to the IPL in cricket. \u201cI have had people call my parents asking how to get into shooting. If a league like this can be seen on TV or social media, it will create a lot of awareness. Just like the IPL brought visibility to cricket\u2019s domestic talent, the Shooting League can do the same for us.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
She is also looking forward to connecting with both junior shooters and international athletes through the league. \u201cThere are juniors I have never interacted with because we are in different categories. This league will bridge that gap. We will learn from each other - and that is how the sport grows.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reflecting on the cultural impact of a league, she said, \u201cPeople see us winning medals at the World Cup or Asian Games or maybe recognise us from an appearance on TV. But they do not really see the sport. A league will change that\u2014it is fast-paced, it is dramatic, and it will show that shooting is more than just a serious Olympic discipline. It is also a lot of fun.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
She is also looking forward to connecting with both junior shooters and international athletes through the league. \u201cThere are juniors I have never interacted with because we are in different categories. This league will bridge that gap. We will learn from each other - and that is how the sport grows.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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