Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Parinaaz Dhaliwal Win Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Shooting Skeet Mixed Team
Indian shooting stars Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Parinaaz Dhaliwal showcased exceptional marksmanship to secure a bronze medal in the Skeet Mixed Team event at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games on September 24.
India's Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Parinaaz Dhaliwal showcased exceptional marksmanship today, September 24, 2026, by securing a bronze medal in the hotly contested Skeet Mixed Team event at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The pair's stellar performance at the Aichi Prefectural General Shooting Gallery has added another prestigious honour to India's growing tally, underscoring the nation's consistent strength in shooting disciplines. Naorem Roshibina Devi Wins Silver Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women's 60kg Wushu.
The Indian duo demonstrated remarkable precision throughout the competition, navigating a challenging qualification round. They finished fourth in the qualification standings with a combined score of 138 points out of a possible 150, earning their spot among the top contenders. Qatar led the qualification with 145 points, followed by South Korea with 143 and China with 140, highlighting the fierce competition at the pinnacle of Asian shooting.
India's Shooting Dominance Continues
This bronze medal marks a significant achievement for Naruka and Dhaliwal, and for Indian shooting as a whole. The event, which concluded today, saw the Indian pair rise to the occasion, securing the third position in the final. Their performance underscores India's rising prominence in international shooting, with athletes consistently delivering medals across various categories at major sporting events.
Mixed Team Event Podium:
- Bronze: India (Anantjeet Singh Naruka & Parinaaz Dhaliwal)
Athletes' Illustrious Careers
Both Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Parinaaz Dhaliwal bring a wealth of experience and prior successes to their bronze medal-winning performance. Anantjeet Singh Naruka, aged 28, is a highly decorated skeet shooter. He previously secured a silver medal in Men's Skeet and a bronze in the Men's Skeet Team event at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou. He also boasts a bronze medal from the World Cup Final and multiple accolades from the Asian Championships. Just yesterday, September 23, 2026, Naruka also contributed to India's bronze medal win in the Men's Skeet Team event at these very games. India Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Rowing Men's Double Sculls.
Parinaaz Dhaliwal, at 24 years old, is an emerging force in Indian shooting. Her career highlights include being the Junior National Champion in Skeet in 2019 and winning bronze medals at the Asian Shotgun Championships and the ISSF Junior World Cup. Dhaliwal also secured a bronze medal for India on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, as part of the Women's Skeet Team, marking India's first-ever Asian Games medal in that category.
The combined talent and composure of Naruka and Dhaliwal proved instrumental in their success today. Their bronze medal in the Skeet Mixed Team event not only adds to India's impressive medal haul at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games but also sets a strong precedent for future performances as the Games continue.
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