Ravi Kumar Joins Indian Tennis Ball Cricket Team for Asian Championship

Ravi Kumar, a young athlete from Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, has earned a selection for the Indian tennis ball cricket team to compete at the 2026 Asian Tennis Ball Cricket Championship in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The tournament is scheduled to run from October 26 to October 29, 2026, bringing together national squads from 10 countries across the region.

National Selection Following Nagpur Coaching Camp

The Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India structured the selection process through a national coaching camp held from October 5 to October 20 in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The camp evaluated both men’s and women’s prospective national team players before finalizing the traveling squad. Ashu Sharma, secretary of the District Olympic Association of Sambhal, stated that Kumar secured his place in the national side following five years of consistent competition in domestic brackets. During those seasons, Kumar secured multiple medals at Uttar Pradesh state championships and represented Western Uttar Pradesh at a regional tournament held in Goa the previous month.

Ashutosh Tiwari honors Kumar before continental competition

While visiting his hometown on a two-day leave ahead of the tournament, Kumar received formal recognition from Sub-Divisional Magistrate Ashutosh Tiwari, who honored the athlete and offered congratulations for his upcoming international appearance. Speaking on the scope of the upcoming continental competition, Kumar noted that the championship field will feature national teams from 10 countries, including Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

Which team has Ravi Kumar been selected to represent?

Which team has Ravi Kumar been selected to represent?

Ravi Kumar has been selected to represent the Indian tennis ball cricket team following a national coaching camp held in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

When and where is the 2026 Asian Tennis Ball Cricket Championship taking place?

The tournament is scheduled to take place in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, from October 26 to October 29, 2026, featuring national teams from 10 countries.

Who honored Ravi Kumar upon his return to Sambhal?

Sub-Divisional Magistrate Ashutosh Tiwari felicitated Kumar during a two-day visit to his hometown prior to the commencement of the national team’s preparations in Chennai.