ROTARY CLUB STATE CARROM TOURNAMENT KICKS OFF WITH A BANG PRASHANT & SAMRUDDHI TOP SEEDED! Massive Participation of 426 Men & 46 Women; Live Streaming Adds to the Grand Sporting Buzz Explosive Start to a Grand Carrom Festival!

 

ROTARY CLUB STATE CARROM TOURNAMENT KICKS OFF WITH A BANG

PRASHANT & SAMRUDDHI TOP SEEDED!
Massive Participation of 426 Men & 46 Women;

Live Streaming Adds to the Grand Sporting Buzz

Explosive Start to a Grand Carrom Festival!

Mumbai : “Are you ready for a high-voltage carrom showdown?” this question perfectly sets the tone as the prestigious 6th Rotary Club of Mumbai Parleshwar State Ranking Carrom Tournament gets set to unfold at the air-conditioned Prabodhankar Thackeray Sports Complex, Vile Parle. Organized by Rotary Club of Mumbai Parleshwar in association with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Smarak Samiti, Juhu, the tournament has already created waves with Prashant More from Mumbai and Samruddhi Ghadigaonkar from Thane securing the top seedings in their respective categories.

 

Record Participation Raises the Competitive Heat
“Such huge numbers—how intense will the competition be?”—and rightly so, as a massive 426 players in the men’s singles and 46 players in the women’s singles have registered, making this one of the most competitive editions. The enthusiasm among players clearly reflects the growing stature of carrom in Maharashtra.

 

Men’s Singles Seeding Packed with Star Power

Leading the men’s category is Prashant More, followed by top contenders Zaid Ahmed Farooqui, Sagar Waghmare, Abhijit Tripankar, Vikas Dharia, Sandeep Dive, Siddhant Wadwalkar, and Sameer Mohammad Jabir Ansari. “Each match here promises elite-level skill and thrilling finishes,” making this lineup a true delight for spectators.

 

Women’s Singles Led by Samruddhi

In the women’s category, Samruddhi Ghadigaonkar tops the chart, followed by strong challengers Akanksha Kadam, Mitali Pathak, Rinky Kumari, Ambika Harith, Prajakta Narayankar, Sonali Kumari, and Chaitali Suware. “Every match in this category is expected to be fiercely contested,” highlighting the depth of talent.

 

Schedule & Technical Excellence

The tournament begins on 3 April 2026 at 9 AM with men’s singles matches, while women’s matches will commence on 4 April 2026 from 4 PM onwards. A total of 32 Syska Bullet Shot carrom boards and coins will be used, ensuring top-class playing conditions. Officiating duties will be handled by international umpires Parvinder Singh and Ramesh Chavan, while Ajit Sawant will serve as the Technical Director.

 

Live Streaming Enhances Viewer Experience

“Can’t make it to the venue? Don’t worry!”—as the key matches will be live streamed on the Maharashtra Carrom Association’s YouTube channel, allowing fans to enjoy the action from anywhere.

 

A Grand Treat for Carrom Lovers

Overall, this tournament promises a perfect blend of skill, precision, and competitive spirit. With top-ranked players battling it out, the big question remains—“Who will emerge as the ultimate champion?” One thing is certain: this event is a must-watch sporting spectacle for every carrom enthusiast!