In a dramatic turn of events, the Chennai Lions, facing elimination at the UTT 2024, pulled off a stunning 12-3 victory against the Puneri Paltan. Led by veteran Sharath Kamal, the Lions delivered a dominant performance, defying expectations and giving themselves a fighting chance to reach the playoffs. However, the Lions still need a favor from the Jaipur Patriots to secure their spot.
Chennai Lions pulled off a stunning 12-3 victory over Puneri Paltan in the Ultimate Table Tennis league, keeping their playoff hopes alive. The match featured a dominant performance by Achanta Sharath Kamal, who defeated Ankur Bhattacharjee in straight sets. The win sets up a crucial final league match for Chennai, who need Jaipur Patriots to defeat Ahmedabad SG Pipers by a significant margin.
The Athlead Goa Challengers secured a narrow 8-7 victory over U Mumba in a nail-biting Ultimate Table Tennis tie. Harmeet Desai and Yangzi Liu led the Challengers’ charge, while Maria Xiao secured a crucial win for U Mumba. The match went down to the wire, with Yashaswini Ghorpade’s win in the final fixture sealing the victory for the Challengers.
Young paddler Diya Chitale secured a crucial victory for Dabang Delhi in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) by defeating Manika Batra 3-0, contributing to a thrilling comeback win for her team. Diya’s confidence and focus throughout the match were evident, showcasing her growth and potential in the sport.
The 11th matchday of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) 2024 saw dramatic matches with the PBG Bengaluru Smashers narrowly losing to Dabang Delhi TTC while Puneri Paltan Table Tennis secured a 9-6 victory over Jaipur Patriots. Highlights include Sathiyan Gnanasekaran’s clutch performance and Diya Chitale’s stunning upset of Manika Batra, while Ankur Bhattacharjee’s fiery play led Puneri Paltan to victory.
Veteran Indian table tennis player Sharath Kamal has been appointed as the first Indian ambassador for the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) foundation. The announcement was made during the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) season five in New Delhi.
India’s table tennis veteran Achanta Sharath Kamal put on a masterclass against young talent Manav Thakkar in Ultimate Table Tennis, showcasing his enduring skill and inspiring the next generation. Meanwhile, Mouma Das, a seasoned player, proved her resilience in a close match, highlighting the depth of talent in Indian table tennis.
Harmeet Desai, a veteran Indian table tennis player, reflects on his career, emphasizing the importance of fitness and mental well-being in prolonging a player’s career. He also discusses the evolving landscape of table tennis in India, with a focus on the growing talent pool, improved infrastructure, and the potential for future success.
PBG Bengaluru Smashers secured a resounding 11-4 victory over Jaipur Patriots in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) league. Nithyashree Mani, despite facing a formidable opponent in Lily Zhang, showcased incredible resilience and determination, nearly upsetting the World No. 28. Other key highlights included Alvaro Robles’ victory over Cho Seungmin in a thrilling men’s singles match and Bengaluru’s strong singles performances from Jeet Chandra and Manika Batra.
The Chennai Lions bounced back from their opening-tie loss with a thrilling 8-7 victory over Dabang Delhi TTC in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) tie. Sharath Kamal led the charge for Chennai, while Jaipur Patriots secured a 9-6 win over U Mumba TT in the other tie of the day.
