Are Olympians Raiza and Anantjeet Making a Comeback with NRAI's 12-Member Shotgun Team for the Lonato World Cup?
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Synopsis
In a thrilling announcement, the National Rifle Association of India reveals the rejoining of Paris Olympians Raiza Dhillon and Anantjeet Singh Naruka. This 12-member Shotgun team is set to compete at the ISSF World Cup in Lonato, Italy, from July 4-14, promising to be an exciting showdown.
Key Takeaways
- Raiza Dhillon and Anantjeet Singh Naruka return to the Indian Shotgun team.
- The ISSF World Cup will take place in Lonato, Italy.
- India has achieved significant success in recent shooting competitions.
- The team comprises experienced and emerging shooters.
- Expect thrilling performances from the squad.
New Delhi, May 30 (NationPress) Paris Olympians and Skeet shooters Raiza Dhillon and Anantjeet Singh Naruka are rejoining the Indian team, as the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) selection committee has announced a 12-member Shotgun squad for the final International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup stage of the year, taking place from July 4-14 in Lonato Del Garda, Italy.
Raiza, who recently clinched silver at the Junior World Cup in Suhl, expressed her ambition: "My focus is on the Lonato World Cup in July, and I aim to draw confidence from my strong performances this year as I head to Italy."
Among the athletes who participated in the third Nicosia Shotgun World Cup earlier this month, where India secured its first-ever ISSF medal, a bronze in the newly introduced Olympic Trap Mixed Team event, only the experienced Mairaj Ahmad Khan in men’s skeet and Maheshwari Chauhan in women’s skeet have maintained their positions.
Returning to the team is the formidable veteran Zoravar Singh Sandhu in men’s Trap alongside 2018 Jakarta Asiad silver medallist Lakshay Sheoran.
Ganemat Sekhon, India’s most decorated female Skeet Shooter with five senior ISSF medals, including two golds, is also set to compete after missing the Nicosia World Cup.
The responsibility for the Trap Mixed Team will be shouldered by Neeru Dhanda and Lakshay Sheoran, along with Preeti Rajak and Zoravar.
The rest of the team comprises Pragati Dubey (women’s trap), Jaswinder Singh (men’s trap), and Bhavtegh Singh Gill (men’s skeet).
To date, the ISSF circuit has hosted two Rifle/Pistol World Cup stages, three Shotgun World Cups, and one combined Junior World Cup, during which Indian shooters have won a total of 27 medals, including nine golds. They also led the Junior World Cup standings and finished second and third in the initial two senior combined World Cups, respectively.
Indian Team for ISSF World Cup Shotgun-
Skeet Men: Anantjeet Singh Naruka, Mairaj Ahmed Khan, Bhavtegh Singh Gill.
Skeet Women: Raiza Dhillon, Ganemat Sekhon, Maheshwari Chauhan.
Trap Men: Lakshay Sheoran, Zoravar Singh Sandhu, Jaswinder Singh.
Trap Women: Neeru Dhanda, Pragati Dubey, Preeti Rajak.
Point of View
It reinforces the nation's commitment to excellence in shooting sports. Their participation in the ISSF World Cup not only boosts the team's morale but also highlights India's growing prowess on the international stage.
NationPress
27/07/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the key members of the Indian Shotgun team for the Lonato World Cup?
The key members include Raiza Dhillon, Anantjeet Singh Naruka, Mairaj Ahmad Khan, Ganemat Sekhon, and Lakshay Sheoran, among others.
When is the ISSF World Cup in Lonato scheduled?
The ISSF World Cup in Lonato is scheduled from July 4-14, 2023.
What achievements have Indian shooters accomplished in recent ISSF events?
Indian shooters have won a total of 27 medals, including nine golds, across various ISSF events this year.
