Manu Bhaker & Suruchi Join India’s 8-Member Shooting Squad for 2025 World Cup in Doha
India is ready for the Shooting World Cup 2025, and an 8-member shooting squad will leave for Doha today. Among the top names are Manu Bhaker from Haryana and Suruchi, who both prepared intensely for the competition at the Mohali training base. Their strong form and consistency make them key contenders for medals in this World Cup.
Manu Bhaker, one of India’s most successful pistol shooters, has been working on speed, accuracy, and rapid-fire sequences during training. Coaches say she is looking confident and focused. Suruchi, another rising shooting star from Haryana, has been performing well in recent national events and is expected to make a strong impact in Doha.
The 8 shooters who will travel to Doha include specialists in pistol and rifle events. They attended a high-intensity training camp in Mohali, where they practised match-like situations, mental conditioning, and technical drills. The camp was designed to prepare athletes for international pressure and tough competition.
Both Manu and Suruchi said that they feel ready and excited to represent India on a global stage. They also mentioned that the support from coaches, physiotherapists, and sports staff helped them improve their consistency.
The Shooting World Cup 2025 is a major event where top shooters from around the world compete for rankings and qualification points. India has been performing well in shooting internationally, and expectations from this squad are high. Coaches believe that the current team is balanced, experienced, and capable of delivering strong results.
The team’s departure to Doha marks the beginning of a crucial journey for the 2025 season. Fans are hopeful that Indian shooters will return with medals and continue India’s strong presence in world shooting competitions.