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Goa’s 9-Year-Old Badminton Prodigy Amaira Dhumatker Storms Into Mini National Semifinals

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

Vadodara, Gujarat – At just nine years old, Amaira Dhumatker from Goa has carved her name into Indian badminton history by reaching the semifinals of the Yonex-Sunrise 4th Mini (U-11) National Badminton Championships 2025. Competing at the Sama Sports Complex, Amaira demonstrated remarkable skill, focus, and resilience, defeating some of the country’s best young talent.

In the Round of 64, she convincingly beat Rajasthan’s Pranjal Kumari Dharkar 21-10, 21-3. She continued her dominant run in the Round of 32 with a 21-6, 21-17 victory over West Bengal’s Ahana Srimani, and followed it with a 21-15, 21-14 win against Uttar Pradesh’s Megha Singh in the Round of 16. In the quarterfinals on Wednesday, 10th December 2025, Amaira faced Andhra Pradesh’s Sri Adhya Reddy Kaduluri in a thrilling three-game match, eventually winning 17-21, 21-17, 21-17.

This historic journey has made Amaira the first Goan girl to ever reach the semifinals of the national event and the youngest Indian to achieve this milestone. Currently ranked No. 1 in Goa in both singles and doubles, Amaira has emerged as one of the brightest young talents in Indian badminton. Her fearless play, consistency, and determination have not only assured a medal for Goa but also inspired a generation of young athletes across the country.

As Amaira prepares for the semifinals, her journey reflects the power of passion, hard work, and dreams pursued relentlessly. Goa and the entire Indian badminton community are eagerly watching as this young prodigy continues to make history.

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9-Year-Old Amaira Dhumatker Shines at Goa Major Ranking Badminton Tournament

Tanisha Cardozo

Goa’s young badminton prodigy Amaira Dhumatker, just nine years of age, delivered a stellar performance at the All Goa Major Ranking Badminton Tournament organized by Sunlite Sports Club in collaboration with the Goa Badminton Association (GBA) and the Sports Authority of Goa (SAG). The tournament was held at the Campal Indoor Stadium on November 1st and 2nd, 2025, and brought together some of Goa’s best young badminton players.

Amaira impressed both spectators and officials with her exceptional agility, technique, and composure on court. She secured Gold in Under-11 Girls Singles, Silver in Under-13 Girls Singles, and Silver in Under-13 Girls Doubles, marking an incredible run across multiple age categories. Her all-round performance earned her the title of Outstanding Player of the Tournament, a recognition reserved for the most consistent and dominant competitor across events.

At only nine, Amaira continues to prove her potential as one of Goa’s most promising young athletes. Her achievements at this prestigious state-level ranking event highlight not only her talent but also her dedication and sportsmanship.

Organizers from Sunlite Sports Club, along with officials from GBA and SAG, lauded Amaira’s success and encouraged young players to follow her example of determination and discipline.

Amaira Dhumatker’s triumph at the tournament is yet another milestone in her budding badminton journey and a proud moment for Goa’s sporting community. With her continued hard work and passion, she is undoubtedly a name to watch in Indian badminton’s future.

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Shuttlers Bring the Heat at Goa State Badminton Ranking Tournament 2025

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo

The Goa State Badminton Ranking Tournament 2025 concluded with a series of electrifying performances at the Indoor Stadium, Campal, Panaji. Organized by Panjim Badminton Club and Panaji Krida Sankul under the aegis of the Goa Badminton Association and in collaboration with the North Goa District Badminton Association and the Sports Authority of Goa, the tournament witnessed top-level badminton action in the U15 and U17 age groups.

Among the standout performers were Advait Balakrishnan, Ritika Chelluri, and Sparsh Kolwalkar, each of whom claimed double titles. In the fiercely contested singles events, Mohammed Umar Shaikh showcased his grit and resilience in the Boys U15 final, fighting back after a first-game loss to defeat Sparsh Kolwalkar 14-21, 21-13, 21-15. In the Girls U15 final, Anaya Kamat put in a dominant display against the third seed Pragya Audi to win 21-16, 21-17. Aarush Pawaskar, the top seed in Boys U17, delivered a clinical performance in the final, cruising past Devansh Sakpal 21-15, 21-10. Ritika Chelluri triumphed in a tough three-game Girls U17 final against Sufiya Shaikh with scores of 21-19, 9-21, 21-15.

Doubles action brought with it plenty of drama and thrilling finishes. In the Boys U15 doubles, Arnav Saraf and Sparsh Kolwalkar overpowered Atharv Sadaye and Shaan C K with a 21-12, 21-13 victory. Girls U15 doubles saw Avni Khyalia and Palak Ramnathkar defeat Aaryaa Metry and Anaya Kamat 21-19, 21-15. Sparsh returned to the court with Aaryaa Metry in the U15 mixed doubles final to secure a second title in a gripping three-game encounter against Arnav Saraf and Niharika Parwar, winning 9-21, 24-22, 21-17.

Advait Balakrishnan’s brilliance continued in the U17 category as he teamed up with Vansh Khedkar to beat Aarush Pawaskar and Owais Tahasildar in the Boys U17 doubles final, 16-21, 21-10, 21-13. Advait then partnered Ritika Chelluri in the mixed doubles final and defeated Vansh and Sufiya in another thrilling three-setter, 19-21, 21-10, 21-19. The Girls U17 doubles final brought the tournament to a dramatic close, with Shivanjali Thite and Sufiya Shaikh edging past Dimple Revankar and Ritika Chelluri 20-22, 21-16, 21-19.

The event not only highlighted the immense talent pool in Goa’s badminton scene but also reflected the dedication of organizers, associations, and coaching teams in fostering competitive spirit and excellence in youth sports.

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Triple Crown Glory for Tanaji Sawant and Manjiri Moktali at Anil Paiginkar Memorial Masters Badminton Tournament

Tanisha Cardozo

Ponda, Goa | August 2025: Veteran athletes showcased skill, stamina, and spirit at the Anil Paiginkar Memorial State Badminton Ranking Tournament for Masters, held at Badminton Hall, Ponda, with standout performances by Tanaji Sawant and Manjiri Moktali, who claimed triple crowns each in their respective categories.

Tanaji Sawant dominated the Men’s Singles 70+, partnered with Pradeep Dhond to win the Men’s Doubles 70+, and clinched the Mixed Doubles 65+ with Roseline Bunyan.

Manjiri Moktali mirrored this achievement by winning the Women’s Singles 55+, teaming up with Vrushali Cardozo for the Women’s Doubles 55+, and sealing her triple in the Mixed Doubles 45+ with Kamlesh Kanji.

The tournament also celebrated double crown champions:

  • Cancio Mascarenhas (Men’s Singles 65+ & Men’s Doubles 65+ with Peter Tellis)
  • Vrushali Cardozo (Women’s Doubles 55+ & Mixed Doubles 55+ with Agnelo Da Cunha)
  • Rupchandra Humraskar (Men’s Singles 60+ & Mixed Doubles 60+ with Judy Braganza)
  • Kamlesh Kanji (Mixed Doubles 45+ & Men’s Doubles 45+)
  • Parag Chauhan (Men’s Singles 45+ & Men’s Doubles 45+)
  • Vineeta Adpaikar (Women’s Singles 45+ & Women’s Doubles 45+)
  • Ankush Patil (Men’s Singles 40+ & Men’s Doubles 40+ with Kunal Sanvordenkar)
  • Dhanya Balakrishnan (Women’s Singles 40+ & Women’s Doubles 40+ with Rashmi Jain)

Other age-group champions included:
Agnelo Da Cunha, Akshay Prabhu Ramdas Pandit, Archana Marya, Arnaldo Rodrigues, Ashok Menon, Austin Anthony Fernandes, Ayub C.K., Chinmay Fallary, Darwin Barreto, Hubert Saldanha, Juliana Colaco, Kapil Kanji, Louanne Almeida, Manju Khandeparker, Marina Albuquerque, Milagrina Mascarenhas, Navin Cardoz, Parteek Mahajan, Sandeep Fowkar, Supriya Pai Kuchelkar, and Wilfred Jacques.

The event served as a powerful reminder that age is no barrier when it comes to athletic excellence, with players across all categories putting on thrilling performances for fans and fellow competitors alike.

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Goa’s Amaira Dhumatker & Avni Khyalia Enter Top 32 at Yonex Sunrise U-13 National Badminton Tournament

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Goregaon, Maharashtra | August 2025 — The Goan badminton circuit has reason to celebrate as Amaira Dhumatker & Avni Khyalia, the top-seeded girls’ doubles pair, stormed into the Top 32 of the Main Draw at the Yonex Sunrise All India Sub Junior (U-13) Ranking Badminton Tournament 2025.

Held at Goregaon Sports Club, this national-level tournament brought together India’s best under-13 badminton talent. Representing Goa with immense pride and precision, Amaira and Avni delivered a stellar performance against a formidable pair from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, winning the match in straight sets: 15-12, 15-13.

A New Chapter for Goa’s Young Athletes

This victory not only propels the duo further in the tournament but also highlights Goa’s growing presence in India’s competitive badminton scene. With determination, agility, and perfect synergy, these young athletes have proven they are ones to watch.

Inspiring the Next Generation

Their win has sparked pride across Goa’s sporting community, showcasing what focused coaching, discipline, and raw talent can achieve on a national platform. Local coaches and sports enthusiasts have lauded their progress, calling it a pivotal moment for Goan youth sports.

Tournament Dates

🗓 August 2 – 7, 2025
📍 Goregaon Sports Club, Maharashtra

Stay tuned for more updates as Amaira and Avni continue their run toward glory.

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