Snooker Stars Shine: Anap, Ranade, and Tohgaonkar Dominate Western India Championship

Pinak Anap, Abhijeet Ranade, and Krishna Tohgaonkar showcased their snooker prowess by winning their respective matches to advance in the Western India Billiards and Snooker Championship. Anap and Ranade won their third-round qualifiers while Tohgaonkar triumphed in the second round. Gujarat’s Parth Shar also advanced by defeating Nikhil Bhansali.

Pinak Anap and Abhijeet Ranade made significant strides in the Western India Billiards and Snooker Championship, winning their third-round qualifying matches to secure spots in the main draw. Anap, from Pune, constructed a break of 46 points in the opening frame to defeat Mumbai's Khushal Galaiya 4-2.

Ranade also impressed by making a 52-point break in the first frame and eventually overcoming Mumbai's Yash Babani 4-2. Both players advanced, showcasing their skills and determination in a highly competitive field.

In another standout performance, Krishna Tohgaonkar rolled in a 79-point break to overpower Mumbai's Sharad Sharma 4-0 in their senior snooker second-round match. Gujarat's Parth Shar defeated Nikhil Bhansali to move into the third round, adding to the excitement of the championship.

(With inputs from agencies.)