MP's Rusha Tambat Wins Bronze at Asian Karate Championship-2026; Kalyani Vishwakarma, Rusha Tambat, and Ameya Katare Deliver Stellar Performances
Athletes from Madhya Pradesh brought laurels to the country and the state with their outstanding performances at the Cadet, Junior, and U-21 Asian Karate Championship held in Glasgow, Scotland.
Rusha Tambat, an athlete from the Madhya Pradesh Karate Academy, secured a bronze medal in the U-21 Women's -55 kg category. Meanwhile, Kalyani Vishwakarma—a former Madhya Pradesh Karate Academy athlete currently serving in the BSF—achieved a proud milestone for the country by winning a silver medal in the U-21 Women's +68 kg category.
Ameya Katare, another athlete from Madhya Pradesh, also performed impressively in the competition. He showcased his talent by reaching the quarter-finals; however, he faced defeat in the quarter-final match due to a shoulder injury.
Rusha Tambat Wins Bronze in U-21 Category
Rusha Tambat, an athlete from the Madhya Pradesh Karate Academy, clinched the bronze medal after a stellar performance in the U-21 Women's -55 kg category. Through her performance at this international-level competition, Rusha powerfully demonstrated the karate talent present in Madhya Pradesh. Her achievement is the result of hard work, consistent practice, and dedication to her training. Her bronze medal win has brought pride to both the Madhya Pradesh Karate Academy and the state.
Kalyani Vishwakarma Wins Silver
Kalyani Vishwakarma, a former Madhya Pradesh Karate Academy athlete currently serving in the BSF, secured a silver medal with an outstanding performance in the U-21 Women's +68 kg category. Kalyani enhanced the nation's pride through her excellent performance on the international stage. Trained at the Madhya Pradesh Karate Academy, her achievement also reflects the success of the training and sports facilities provided to athletes at the academy.
Ameya Katare Puts Up a Stellar Performance in the Quarter-Finals
Ameya Katare, a player from Madhya Pradesh, also delivered an impressive performance at the Asian Karate Championship, advancing to the quarter-finals. However, he faced defeat in the quarter-final match due to a shoulder injury sustained during the bout. Despite the injury, his performance throughout the competition was commendable.
MP Players Make Their Mark on the International Stage
The performance of Madhya Pradesh players at the Cadet, Junior, and U-21 Asian Karate Championships reflects their talent, hard work, discipline, and consistent training. Rusha Tambat’s bronze medal, Kalyani Vishwakarma’s silver medal, and Ameya Katare’s run to the quarter-finals showcase the potential of the state's emerging karate talent. These achievements are the result of the growing enthusiasm for sports in Madhya Pradesh and the superior training being provided to the athletes.