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8th All Goa State Wushu Championship 2026 Held in Anjuna

Tanisha Cardozo

The 8th All Goa State Wushu Championship 2026 along with the 2nd Inter-College Wushu Competition 2026 was successfully organised by the Association of Goa Wushu, in association with the Village Panchayat of Anjuna Caisua, Chivar, Chapora, on January 29 and 30, 2026, at the Anjuna–Caisua Panchayat Hall, Chivar, Chapora, Goa.

The championship was inaugurated by Mr. Surendra Sazu Govekar, Sarpanch of Anjuna Caisua Village Panchayat, in the presence of Panchayat members Mr. Dinesh Patil and Mr. Sudesh Parsekar, along with Mr. Paulo Killman Fernandes, Secretary of the Association of Goa Wushu, and other dignitaries.

The Village Panchayat of Anjuna Caisua supported the sport of Wushu by extending full cooperation and encouragement for the successful conduct of the championship, reflecting its commitment towards promoting martial arts and grassroots sports development.

The winners were felicitated with medals and trophies by Mrs. Delilah Lobo, MLA of the Siolim Constituency, and Mrs. Niyati Chimulkar, Vice President of the Association of Goa Wushu, along with the Sarpanch and Panchayat members of Anjuna Caisua. The event was officiated by Mr. Ashok Mokashi and Mr. Sangamesh Layadagundi, National Judges (WAI) from the Karnataka Wushu Association, who were invited for the competition.

The championship witnessed enthusiastic participation from players across Goa in the Sub-Junior, Junior and Senior categories for both boys and girls. Competitions were held in Taolu and Sanda disciplines across respective weight categories. The Inter-College Wushu events were conducted separately, showcasing emerging talent from various colleges.

All participating players were awarded participation certificates, while winners received medals and certificates. Mementoes were also presented to coaches and physical education teachers, and trophies were awarded to the overall champion teams, marking the successful conclusion of the two-day sporting event.

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World Legends Pro T20: Guptill Leads Pune Panthers to Winning Start

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes ||Team Allycaral 

The second match of the World Legends Pro T20 League came alive with a star-studded contest as Shane Watson’s Pune Panthers took on Thisara Perera’s Gurugram Thunders. Featuring global stars, Indian icons, and former World Cup winners, the encounter delivered high-intensity cricket, culminating in a sensational chase led by Martin Guptill.


After winning the toss, Gurugram Thunders elected to bat first and posted a competitive 159 for 5 in their allotted 20 overs. Ross Taylor anchored the innings with a composed knock, steadying the side after early setbacks. Despite losing wickets, the Thunders maintained momentum through the middle overs.

Dwayne Bravo applied pressure with two quick wickets, but Taylor found able support in Colin de Grandhomme. The duo stitched together a crucial partnership that stabilised the innings and ensured Gurugram reached a defendable total.

In response, Pune Panthers suffered an early blow with the dismissal of Shane Watson. Guptill, however, counterattacked with authority, anchoring a vital 72-run partnership to bring the Panthers back on course. His aggressive strokeplay kept the run rate in check and put the Thunders under constant pressure.

Though Pune lost a few wickets during the middle overs, Afghan all-rounder Samiullah Shinwari made a telling contribution. Earlier, he had struck twice with the ball, dismissing both Gurugram openers, and later added valuable runs with a quick 21 off 10 balls.

Guptill remained the driving force of the chase, smashing 68 runs off just 28 deliveries to guide Pune Panthers past the target with four wickets in hand, sealing an impressive opening victory in the tournament.


Brief Scores

Gurugram Thunders: 159/5 (20 overs)

Ross Taylor – 41 (36)

Mohammad Faiz Khan – 35 (27)

Samiullah Shinwari – 2/42 (3 overs)


Pune Panthers: 160/6 (17 overs)

Martin Guptill – 68 (28)

Samiullah Shinwari – 21 (8)

Stuart Broad – 1/11 (2 overs)

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GSB Unity Cup 3.0 Opens in Grand Fashion at Margao, Reinforcing Community Unity Through Cricket

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Margao: The GSB Unity Cup 3.0, organised by the Goa GSB Sports and Charitable Trust at the MCC ground, Margao, got off to a grand start on Wednesday with a floodlit opening match between Priority Titans and Shamrao Tridents.


The inaugural ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, who highlighted the role of the tournament in strengthening unity, sportsmanship and sporting culture within the community.

Speaking on the occasion, Trust president Sidhit Raiturkar said the organisers were delighted to host the tournament. He added that the Trust plans to establish a sports academy and a community centre in the future to further bring the community together.

Margao Cricket Club president Raghuvir Kunkolienkar wished all participating teams the very best and expressed hope that the spirit of unity would continue to grow stronger through cricket. Chirag Datta Naik, Managing Director of Commonwealth Developers, also extended his best wishes to the players and organisers.

Dr Sagar Salgaoncar, Managing Director of GENO Pharmaceuticals, congratulated the organising team and said he has closely witnessed the growth of GSB sports over the years. He described it as a pleasure to be part of the event and lauded the Goa GSB Sports and Charitable Trust for its sustained efforts.

Guest of honour Rohan Ramesh Kamat, Director of Kamat Realty, said sports teaches camaraderie and teamwork, noting that while one team wins and another loses, giving one’s best on the field is what truly matters.

Akash N. N. Khaunte, Director of ALCON – Anil Counto Enterprises, said the tournament was being organised for the third consecutive year and expressed happiness at being associated with the initiative. He added that the community should emerge as the real winner of the tournament.

In the opening match, Priority Titans defeated Shamrao Tridents by 15 runs. Batting first, Priority Titans posted a competitive total of 169 for 7 in 20 overs. Captain Yash Prabhugaonkar led from the front with a blistering 50 off just 19 balls, including four fours and four sixes.

For Shamrao Tridents, captain Siddharth Ghanekar and Anish Kakode claimed two wickets each, conceding 21 runs apiece.

Chasing the target, Shamrao Tridents managed 154 for 7 in their 20 overs, falling short by 15 runs. Nityay Kunkolienkar top-scored with a fighting 46 off 35 balls. Animesh Prabhu starred for Priority Titans with an impressive all-round performance, scoring 32 runs and taking three wickets to seal the opening win.

The GSB Unity Cup 3.0 has not only set the tone for an exciting cricket tournament but has also reinforced the message of unity and togetherness through sport.

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Three Goan Boxers Selected for IIS–JSW Junior & Youth Boxing Camp

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Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

The Goa Amateur Boxing Association has announced the selection of three promising boxers — Veer Rana, Ayan Ali and Vignesh Kholkar — to attend the IIS–JSW Bellary Junior and Youth Boxing Camp scheduled to be held from December 14 to 29, 2025. The 14-day camp will be conducted with full hospitality provided to the selected athletes.

Ayan Ali currently trains at the Government High School, Porvorim, while Veer Rana and Vignesh Kholkar train under Sports Authority of Goa coach Nilesh Khanolkar at RCC Peddem. Their selection reflects their consistent performance and dedication to the sport.

Two other boxers from Goa, Siddhi Mandrekar of RCC Peddem and Raunak from RCC Salvador do Mundo, were also selected for the camp but were unable to attend due to academic commitments.

The selected boxers were felicitated by Mr. Francis Viegas, President of the Goa Amateur Boxing Association, who congratulated them and wished them success and valuable learning during their training at the national-level camp.

Inset: Mr. Francis Viegas, President GABA, Veer Rana, Ayan Ali, Vignesh Kholkar and Adv. Gerson De Souza, Secretary GABA.

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Goa Judokas Excel at National Black Belt and NDIC Examination

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Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

The Goa Judo Association has proudly announced the success of its judokas at the recently conducted National Black Belt and NDIC Examination at Peddem, organized by the Judo Federation of India.

A host of athletes from the state earned prestigious ranks across multiple levels. The Shodan (1st Dan) category saw the success of Masoom Alauddin, Riya Gaude, Malissa Dsouza, Riyansha Naik, Neha Sawant, Saiprasad Naik, Rajdeep Dessai, Mayur Kolekar, Harshit Sadhya, Nippu Yadav, Mahindra Singh, and Nilofer Javali.

In the Nidan (2nd Dan) category, Shaman Prabhu, Dinesh Kumar Prasad, and Vinayak Dessai were declared successful, while Jaya Patil and Vishant Alekar excelled in the Sandan (3rd Dan) category. Kripesh Vengurlekar achieved the prestigious Yondan (4th Dan) rank.

The National Diploma in Coaching (NDIC) was earned by Vishant Alekar, Arjun Kadam, and Kripesh Vengurlekar, further highlighting the depth of talent within the state.

The successful judokas were felicitated in the presence of Mr. Gurudutta Bhakta, Secretary of the Goa Olympic Association and former President of the Goa Judo Association; Mr. Kripesh Vengurlekar, General Secretary of the Goa Judo Association; and Mr. Rupesh Kalangutkar, Executive Committee Member.

The Goa Judo Association applauded the dedication and efforts of all participants and reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing and promoting judo talent in Goa, aiming to strengthen the state’s presence in national and international arenas.