Karnataka's Kishan R. and Preemal J. Triumph at National Tenpin Bowling Championships
Synopsis
Kishan R. and Preemal J., both from Karnataka, achieved remarkable victories at the ARC 34th National Tenpin Bowling Championships, marking significant milestones in their bowling careers. Kishan clinched his second national title while Preemal celebrated her first.
Key Takeaways
Kishan R. won his second national title in men's bowling.
Preemal J. secured her first national title, ending a 15-year wait for Karnataka.
The championships showcased exceptional talent and competitive spirit.
Special awards recognized outstanding players in both divisions.
Strong performances were observed in both men's and women's divisions.
Bengaluru, March 16 (NationPress) Former national champion Kishan R. from Karnataka has successfully secured his second national title in the men’s division at the ARC 34th National Tenpin Bowling Championships, which wrapped up at Amoeba, Church Street, Bengaluru, on Monday.
In the women's division, Preemal J. from Karnataka achieved her first national title, marking the end of a 15-year drought for the state in this category.
During the Championship Match, which was based on the cumulative pinfall of two games, the top-seeded Kishan delivered a stellar performance, leading by 17 pins in Game 1 with scores of 208 to 191. He further widened his lead in the second game, achieving a high score of 244 against Akaash's 238, ultimately winning the title by an overall margin of 23 pins (452–429).
Earlier, in Match 1 of the men’s division stepladder round, third seed Akaash Ashok Kumar (358) triumphed over fourth seed Shanmugananda (308) by 50 pins. Akaash continued his impressive form into the next match, scoring 476 and defeating second seed Dhruv Sarda (374) by 102 pins to advance to the final.
In the Championship Match, fourth-seeded Preemal J. took an early lead of 20 pins in the first game with a score of 188 against top-seeded Sabina Athica from Tamil Nadu (168). Despite a closely contested second game, Preemal held her composure to clinch victory, earning her first national title by a margin of 24 pins (332–308).
Earlier in the day, in the first match of the women’s division stepladder round, fourth seed Preemal (357) defeated third seed Shabeena Kasmani from Maharashtra (338) by 19 pins. She then narrowly defeated second seed Anukriti Bishnoi from Haryana, scoring 422 to 409, winning by 13 pins to qualify for the final.
Special awards:
Most Promising Player: Anirudhan Sanjeevi (TN) and Suchita S. Kumar (KER)
Most scores above 225 in the Men’s division: Kishan R. (KAR) (11)
Most scores above 200 in the Women’s division: Sabeena Athica (TN) (4)
Highest block of 6 games in Men’s division: Kishan R. (KAR) (1369 pins)
Highest block of 6 games in Women’s division: Sabeena Athica (TN) (1122 pins).
Point of View
The recent achievements of Kishan R. and Preemal J. at the ARC 34th National Tenpin Bowling Championships highlight the growing prominence of tenpin bowling in India. Their victories not only reinstate Karnataka's reputation in the sport but also inspire upcoming bowlers across the nation.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the men's division at the National Tenpin Bowling Championships?
Kishan R. from Karnataka won the men's division, securing his second national title.
Which athlete achieved their first national title in the women's division?
Preemal J. from Karnataka won her first national title in the women's division.
Where were the championships held?
The ARC 34th National Tenpin Bowling Championships were held at Amoeba, Church Street, Bengaluru.
What was Kishan R.'s winning score in the final match?
Kishan R. scored a total of 452 pins to win the final match.
What special awards were given during the championships?
Special awards included Most Promising Player for Anirudhan Sanjeevi and Suchita S. Kumar, among others.
