Following the successful introduction of the Shooting League of Karnataka recently, the Maharashtra edition marks the next phase in a calibrated, pan-India approach to building a competitive league framework for the sport.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
For the first time in Maharashtra, the SLM will introduce a team-based format with 18 district teams competing in 10m rifle and pistol events. A total of 144 athletes will represent their districts, infusing regional pride into a structured league aligned with SLI\u2019s competition philosophy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The league will implement a shorter, more dynamic match format in line with the SLI blueprint, aiming to boost spectator engagement and simplify the sport without compromising high-performance standards.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The inaugural edition will feature some of India\u2019s top shooting talents. Olympians and renowned coaches like Rahi Sarnobat, Anjali Bhagwat, Suma Shirur, Deepali Deshpande, Tejaswini Sawant, Rudranksh Patil, and Coach Ronak Pandit will serve as mentors. They will share their expertise to help develop athletes within the league.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reflecting the sport\u2019s merit-driven nature, the SLM will adopt an inclusive format without gender restrictions, permitting mixed teams and promoting equal opportunities in competition.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With input from districts across Maharashtra, the league aims to strengthen the sport's competitive foundation and establish a more prominent, engaging platform that connects athletes with fans, supporting the larger vision of the Shooting League of India.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Building on the momentum of previous state initiatives, the MRA takes a key step with the Shooting League of Maharashtra. It aims to implement the SLI vision by establishing a unified system that links grassroots involvement, fan engagement, and top-tier competition into one cohesive ecosystem.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Teams & Shooters \u2013 Shooting League of Maharashtra 2026<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sobo Giants (Mumbai City)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Bhakti Khamkar, Aditi Singh, Shriya Gole, Sara Wadke<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Jaj Mandal, Het Patel, Prajna Kesarkar, Gazhla Naushad<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Western Rangers (Mumbai Suburban)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Nimesh Jadhav, Anshika Singh, Kaustubh Patil, Darshan Lohima<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Yash Jawalkar, Geeta Mhaske, Anagh Ghosh, Niara Kedar<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rokhthok Thane (Thane)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Arikta Singh, Swati Baudh, Dhruv Kinalekar, Dhairyashil Patil<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Pravin Mishra, Siddhesh Thorat, Toshali Bhuta, Veyanka Daga<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Aamhi Punekar (Pune)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Medhavi Kudale, Sakshi Padeka, Simra Khan, Suhas Kumbhar<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Prathmesh Kadam, Rajlaxmi Gore, Chetan Sapkal, Tejas Waghere<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rajdhani Satara (Satara)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Asawari Melavane, Viraj Patil, Anushka Mangrule, Ritul Kundle<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Shubham Kshirsagar, Janhavi Deshmukh, Sheetal Desai, Aditi Jadhav<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Kolhapur Bisons (Kolhapur)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Samiksha Patil, Sumedh Sasane, Atharva Patil, Dnyaneshwari Patil<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Anurag Chougale, Pranjali Dhumal, Tejas Dhere, Abhidnya Patil<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Raigad Warriors (Raigad)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Parth Mane, Isha Taksale, Rahul Sharma, Divya Dhumal<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Santosh Sawant, Janvi Manatkar, Sameedha Chavan, Priyanka Susvirkar<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sangli Alpha Lions (Sangli)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Aditi Hadagal, Pratik Jong, Swara Magdum, Alphia Attar<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Pranav Patil, Naeem Nardekar, Vaishnavi Raje, Viren Girigosavi<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Nashik Nem-Baz (Nashik)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Amruta Patil, Radhesh Pardeshi, Soha Inamdar, Komal Sahane<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Suraj Datir, Radhika Mahale, Shraddha Jagtap, Sairaj Kankate<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Golden Finger (Palghar)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Mayuri Pawar, Aditri Bhatt, Gayatri Pedde, Arnav Parab<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Vijay Satote, Shreem Pasad, Raajwardhan Patil, Nirbhai Girse<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Solapuri Bramhasra (Solapur)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Shraddha Divate, Kiran Rajmane, Payal Nandugade, Jagruti Chakote<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Vaishnavi Tingare, Prathamesh Bansode, Yashraj Gujare, Vaishnavi Khatavkar<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ahilyanagar Lakshveer (Ahilyanagar)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Abhishek Kamthe, Anvita Jadhav, Saumya Khedkar, Sneha Jangale<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Rohit Wagh, Swamini Jejurkar, Rohit Wagh, Raunak Tokshiya<\/p>\r\n\r\n
(Aurangabad Team \u2013 TBC)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Rohan Jadhav, Parth Kulkarni, Dhanvi Sawaiwala, Radhika Sonwane<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Krushnali Rajput, Shraddha Tale, Omkar Chavan, Harshvardhan Sirsath<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Amravati Dhurandhar (Amravati)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Ansh Kature, Shravani Shrirav, Savi Gulhane, Yash Veni<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Tiya Loya, Harsh Bakal, Alvin Manu, Tanishka Deshmukh<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Wardha Warriors (Wardha)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Shawari Pakhale, Gauri Mane, Aishwarya Powar, Vinit Ghugal<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Urja Kalekar, Shantanu Bhosale, Kasturi Gore, Atharva Pawade<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Chandrapur Diamonds (Chandrapur)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Prerana Morey, Avantika Shelke, Vedanti Bhatt, Krishna Shelke<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Tosif Sayyed, Juily Dhapodkar, Gaurav Zende, Mahesh Ghadge<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Nagpur Tigers (Nagpur)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rifle: Samiksha Narsingkar, Kaiwalya Lande, Dharini Borade, Heemanshu Gabhane<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Abhay Dhamale, Prerna Yadav, Parmesha Zade, Adnan Ali<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ratnagiri Shiledar (Ratnagiri)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Abhay Dhamale, Prerna Yadav, Parmesha Zade, Adnan Ali<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pistol: Swayam Desai, Rakesh Kadam, Sairaj Kate, Riya Kadam<\/p>\r\n\r\n