Kolkata, May 4, 2026: Team Nagaland delivered a remarkable performance at the Kolkata Open Pickleball Championships, clinching a total of 11 medals, including 8 gold and 3 silver, drawing national attention to the state’s growing strength in the sport.
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| Team Nagaland poses after a stellar performance at the Kolkata Open Pickleball Championships, securing 11 medals, including 8 golds and 3 silvers. (Image: X/abumetha) |
The highlight of the tournament was Vilasier Khate’s victory in the Advanced Men’s Singles, showcasing exceptional skill and reinforcing Nagaland’s rising prominence in pickleball.
Among the standout performers, Sonia Sarkar secured gold in the Intermediate Women’s Singles, while pairs such as Kabinlo & David (Men’s Doubles Beginner) and Elona & Lentina (Women’s Doubles Beginner) also bagged gold medals. In mixed events, Megotsolie & Elona and Lentina & David emerged victorious in their respective categories.
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Vilasier Khate further added to the medal tally with a gold in Intermediate Men’s Singles and a silver in the 30+ category. Kabinlo & Imsuren also clinched gold in Advanced Men’s Doubles, while David & Tonoto and Alemyim & Lizavi contributed silver medals in their categories.
The impressive medal haul highlights the immense talent and potential of athletes from Nagaland, with officials and supporters expressing optimism about the future of the sport in the state.
Congratulating the players, supporters hailed the achievement as a proud moment for Nagaland, emphasising unity and teamwork behind the success.
With this strong showing, Team Nagaland has firmly established itself as a rising force in India’s pickleball scene.
