New Delhi, February 14 (HS): Two talented players from Pune, Anika Dubey and Akanksha Gupta have been selected in the Indian squash team for the Asian Team Championship 2025. This achievement is not only a matter of pride for Maharashtra but also reflects the strong presence of the state at the national level.

Anika Dubey: Pune’s ‘Golden Girl’

At just 14 years of age, Anika Dubey has become the youngest player to represent India in this prestigious tournament. Anika, who has won three national titles, is Maharashtra’s most successful junior squash player. Expressing her happiness, she said, This is like a dream come true for me. I have worked hard and am now excited to play on such a big stage.

Akanksha Gupta: Story of great performance

Along with Anika, Akanksha Gupta has also joined the Indian team. Akanksha’s journey from winning the national title in 2019 at the age of just 10 is a testament to her commitment and outstanding performance. It is a matter of pride to represent India. I am grateful for the support and training I received to reach this point, she said.

Chance2Sports’ important contribution

Chance2Sports is playing a vital role in grooming young players through its Kanga Kids program. Both these players have been trained under the guidance of coach Abhinav Sinha, who has a record of producing a national champion every year.

Preparing for a strong performance in Hong Kong

As the Asian Team Championship 2025 is approaching, Anika and Akanksha are leaving no stone unturned in their training. This success of these young stars, who have raised hopes for a bright future for Indian squash, is not only a personal achievement but also a victory of the vision of Chance2Sports.

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar