IGPL Invitational Delhi 2026: Kashika Misra leads at 10-under, eyes historic win
Synopsis
Teenage golfer Kashika Misra stands one round away from becoming only the second Indian woman to win a mixed professional golf event — following in the footsteps of Pranavi Urs. Leading the IGPL Invitational Delhi at 10-under with a hungry pack just one shot back, Friday's final round at Qutub Golf Course is set up for a historic finish.
Key Takeaways
Kashika Misra leads the IGPL Invitational Delhi 2026 at 10-under par (rounds of 66-64) after 36 holes at Qutub Golf Course .
She is one round away from becoming only the second Indian woman to win a mixed professional golf event, after Pranavi Urs .
Arjun Prasad is second at 9-under , one shot back; Kapil Kumar is third at 8-under after a stunning 7-under 63 in round two.
Pranavi Urs is concurrently placed second at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan , contending for a medal on the same day.
Unico Gurugram Tuskers lead the team standings at 14-under , ahead of Punjab Raptors (13-under) and three sides tied at 12-under .
Kashika Misra stands one round away from making Indian golf history at the IGPL Invitational Delhi at the Qutub Golf Course in New Delhi on 1 October 2026, having surged to the top of the leaderboard after 36 holes at 10-under par. The teenager is poised to become only the second Indian woman to win a mixed professional golf event — a milestone currently held solely by Pranavi Urs.
How Kashika Reached the Summit
Kashika carded rounds of 66 and 64 — adding a 6-under second round to her opening 4-under — to reach double digits under par and sit one shot clear of the field. Her second round featured two birdies against one bogey on the front nine, a birdie on the 10th, and a closing burst of four birdies in the final five holes to underline her composure on the course.
'I had a great round, and any time you shoot 6-under it feels nice. I had just one bogey, and I managed the course well overall. Tomorrow I will try to keep it the same,' Kashika said after her round.
The young golfer has previously represented India in the amateur circuit on multiple occasions, but a victory in the final round on Friday would mark her most significant achievement as a professional.
Leaderboard Standings After Round 2
IGPL rookie Arjun Prasad (66-65) lies in second place at 9-under, just one shot behind Kashika. In sole third is Kapil Kumar, who fired a spectacular 7-under 63 in round two — climbing 18 places — to reach 8-under in aggregate. Kanav Chauhan (68-65) is sole fourth at 7-under.
Overnight leader Aryan Roopa Anand (64-70) slipped after a double bogey late in the second round to finish even par for the day, leaving him tied fifth at 6-under alongside Blue Bulls captain Shiv Kapur (66-68) and Harshjeet Sethie (67-67). Karandeep Kochhar, Gaganjeet Bhullar, Veer Ganapathy, and Ravi Kumar are tied eighth at 5-under.
Team Standings and Sub-Plots
Unico Gurugram Tuskers, boosted by Arjun Prasad's consistent form, top the team standings at 14-under. Punjab Raptors — energised by Kapil Kumar's explosive round — are second at 13-under. Auro Goa Eagles, Vizag Dolphins, and Blue Bulls are tied third at 12-under, leaving the team competition wide open heading into the final day. RVR Delhi, despite the presence of Aryan Anand and Shiv Kapur near the top, have slipped to fifth place.
The Pranavi Urs Precedent — and a Poignant Parallel
The only Indian woman to have previously won a mixed professional golf field is Pranavi Urs, who claimed the IGPL Invitational Mumbai title last year. Notably, on this very day, Pranavi is placed second on the leaderboard at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, contending for a medal for India — adding a striking parallel to Thursday's events at Qutub.
Should Kashika convert her overnight lead on Friday, she will join Pranavi in an exclusive chapter of Indian women's golf history, having done so in a format that pits women directly against the best male professionals in the country.
What the Final Round Sets Up
With Arjun Prasad only one shot back and Kapil Kumar on the form of his life, the final round at Qutub Golf Course promises intense competition. Several experienced names — including Bhullar and Kapur — lurk within striking range, ensuring Kashika will have no room for error. The team race, compressed across just three shots between first and the tied-third trio, adds yet another layer to what shapes up as a compelling Friday showdown.
Point of View
Not just hold her own in a women-only draw. The poignant subplot of Pranavi competing for Asian Games gold in Nagoya on the very same day risks overshadowing Kashika's own achievement; the golf world should resist letting one story diminish the other. With a one-shot lead and experienced campaigners like Shiv Kapur and Gaganjeet Bhullar lurking, the real story on Friday will be whether Kashika's temperament — already evident in that closing four-birdie burst — holds under final-round pressure.
NationPress
2 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kashika Misra and what has she achieved at IGPL Invitational Delhi 2026?
Kashika Misra is a teenage Indian golfer who has represented India in the amateur circuit multiple times. After two rounds at the IGPL Invitational Delhi 2026 at Qutub Golf Course, she leads the field at 10-under par (66-64), one shot clear of Arjun Prasad.
Which Indian woman previously won a mixed professional golf tournament?
Pranavi Urs is the only Indian woman to have won a mixed professional golf event, claiming the IGPL Invitational Mumbai title last year. Kashika Misra would become the second if she wins the IGPL Invitational Delhi on 2 October 2026.
What is the current leaderboard at IGPL Invitational Delhi 2026 after round two?
Kashika Misra leads at 10-under, followed by Arjun Prasad at 9-under and Kapil Kumar at 8-under. Kanav Chauhan is fourth at 7-under, while Aryan Roopa Anand, Shiv Kapur, and Harshjeet Sethie are tied fifth at 6-under.
How are the team standings at IGPL Invitational Delhi 2026?
Unico Gurugram Tuskers lead the team competition at 14-under, followed by Punjab Raptors at 13-under. Auro Goa Eagles, Vizag Dolphins, and Blue Bulls are tied third at 12-under heading into the final round.
What happened to overnight leader Aryan Roopa Anand in round two?
Aryan Roopa Anand, who opened the tournament with a 6-under 64, double-bogeyed late in his second round to finish even par for the day (70). He slipped from the lead to tied fifth at 6-under overall, though he remains firmly in contention for the final round.
