The Indian Rugby Men’s and Women’s Teams are set to compete in the Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy 2024, starting on October 4 and 5 in Nepal. Shikha Yadav and Mohit Khatri will captain the Indian women’s and men’s teams, respectively, as they aim for success in the tournament. This event is a significant step for both teams in their quest to qualify for the Asia Rugby Sevens Series.
Indian Teams Aim for Victory at Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy 2024
The Indian men’s team will kick off their campaign on Friday, facing Bangladesh, while the women’s team will take on Sri Lanka. The women’s team is particularly motivated, hoping to turn their silver medal streak from the past three years into a gold medal. Meanwhile, the men’s team, which finished fifth last year, is determined to improve their performance and aim for a top spot this time.
Rigorous Preparation for the Trophy
Both teams underwent an intensive training camp at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) facilities in Kolkata, under the guidance of new Indian 7s Head Coach Waisale Serevi. The camp was designed to prepare the players for the challenges of the tournament. The teams flew to Nepal on October 2, full of optimism and ready to compete.
Rahul Bose’s Encouragement
Rahul Bose, the president of the Indian Rugby Football Union, expressed his pride in the teams. He emphasized that this edition of the Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy is crucial for the teams as they aim to progress to the next level, the Asia Rugby Sevens Series. He congratulated the squads and wished them success in bringing glory to Indian rugby.
Squads for the Tournament
Below are the team rosters for the Indian Men’s and Women’s Teams competing in the Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy 2024:
| Indian Men’s Team | Indian Women’s Team |
| Ajit Hansdah | Bhumika Shukla |
| Asis Sabar | Dumini Marndi |
| Deepak Punia | Hupi Majhi |
| Ganesh Majhi | Kalyani Patil |
| Javed Hussein | Nirmalya Rout |
| Karan Rajbhar | Rutuja Kirdat |
| Mohit Khatri (Captain) | Sakshi Jambhale |
| Pranav Patil | Sandhya Rai |
| Prashant Singh | Sheetal Sharma |
| Prince Khatri | Shikha Yadav (Captain) |
| Sumit Kumar Roy | Ujjwala Ghuge |
| Vallabh Patil | Vaishnavi Patil |
Impact of the Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy
This tournament is an important platform for the Indian teams to showcase their skills and make a mark on the international stage. Success at this level could open doors for more participation in global rugby events, boosting the sport’s visibility in India.
Aims Behind the Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy 2024
The main goal for both the men’s and women’s teams is to qualify for the Asia Rugby Sevens Series. This tournament provides a stepping stone for Indian rugby to improve its international standing and foster more interest and investment in the sport. The rigorous training and preparation signal a strong desire to elevate the game and make rugby more popular across India.
Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy 2024 Key Events Summary
- Indian Rugby teams will compete at the Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy in Nepal on October 4 and 5.
- The women’s team aims for gold, after winning silver three years in a row.
- The men’s team seeks to improve from their fifth-place finish last year.
- Both teams trained under the new coach Waisale Serevi.
Indian Rugby Football Union president Rahul Bose praised the teams for their hard work and ambition.
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The Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy is a regional rugby tournament that allows teams to compete for a spot in the Asia Rugby Sevens Series.
Shikha Yadav is the captain of the women’s team, and Mohit Khatri leads the men’s team.
The tournament will be held on October 4 and 5 in Nepal.
Both teams aim to qualify for the Asia Rugby Sevens Series and improve their international standing.
The Indian Rugby teams are coached by Waisale Serevi, a renowned figure in the rugby world.
