New Delhi, 04th August 2025: Former world number one and Olympian Ronjan Sodhi, a name synonymous with Indian shooting’s golden era, has welcomed the launch of the Shooting League of India (SLI), calling it a landmark moment for the sport. As one of India’s most decorated trap shooters—with accolades including a World Cup gold with a world record, two silver medals at the Commonwealth Games, and an Asian Games gold—Sodhi believes the league format will fuel the sport’s popularity and inspire future generations.
“The league format is something we have been discussing for a long time. With the kind of depth we now have in Indian shooting, this is the right step forward,” Sodhi said. “It’s going to be exciting for the fans, great for the young shooters, and much-needed for the sport.”
The Shooting League of India, scheduled to be held between November 20 and December 2, 2025, will feature eight franchise teams in a fast-paced mixed-team format. Events will include 10M and 25M Pistol, 10M and 50M Rifle (3P), and Shotgun (Trap & Skeet). Teams will compete in a two-pool league stage, with player selection strategically tiered into Elite Champions, World Elite, National Champions, and Junior & Youth Champions to create competitive balance.
“You Can’t Love a Sport You Don’t See”
Drawing parallels with other major Indian sporting successes, Sodhi emphasized the role of visibility and accessibility. “Kids have to see the sport to be inspired. Neeraj Chopra winning gold caused javelins to sell out across the country overnight. That’s the power of visibility,” he said. “When international stars and Indian Olympians shoot together in a televised, high-energy league, it becomes a spectacle people will want to follow—and join.”
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