PNB MetLife Junior Badminton Championship 2023: Over 1,020 gifted young players from Karnataka take centre stage

• This eagerly anticipated sporting spectacle culminated on Monday in a thrilling finale at the prestigious Karnataka Badminton Association Stadium where 10 budding badminton champions emerged victorious in their respective categories
• In the Boys Singles Under 9 category, Chandramohan Tharun dominated the competition, defeating S. Srujan with a strong score of 15-8 14-15 & 15-6
• In the Girls Singles Under 9 category, Samruddhi Tandle exhibited her remarkable prowess, defeating T Yashonidhi with an impressive score of 13-15, 15-11 & 15-3.
• The registration process for JBC 2023 can be completed by calling +919820006190

In the youth badminton tournament, there were impressive performances across various age categories. In the Boys Singles Under 9 category, Chandramohan Tharun dominated the competition, defeating K.S. Srujan with a strong score of 15-8 14-15 & 15-6. Similarly, in the Girls Singles Under 9 category, Samruddhi Tandle exhibited her remarkable prowess, defeating T Yashonidhi with an impressive score of 13-15, 15-11 & 15-3.

In the Boys Singles Under 11 category, ND Nakulan Hari outperformed Sunil Sanshray (Bengaluru), securing a resounding victory with a score of 11-15, 15-10 & 15-10. Meanwhile, in the Girls Singles Under 11 category, Shariff Sumayyah exhibited her remarkable prowess, defeating Lenka Adyasha with an impressive score of 15-10 & 15-8.

In the Boys Singles Under 13 category, Adrien Edward showcased his remarkable skills on the badminton court, outperforming Gowda Amogh with a thrilling match, securing a resounding victory with a scoreline of 15-7 & 15-13. Meanwhile, in the Girls Singles Under 13 category, S Smriti displayed her prowess by defeating Sushank Adithi with scores of 11-15, 15-12 & 15-14, establishing herself as a formidable competitor in her age group.

In the Girls Singles Under 15 category, JN Kohana exceled against Bijoy Tanya. Kohana overcame a challenging opponent, securing victory with scores of 15-13 & 15-6, further solidifying her reputation as a dominant force in the tournament. Meanwhile, in the Boys Singles Under 15 category, Reddy Yeshas M demonstrated his exceptional skills, defeating Palakshalah Swaroop convincingly with a scoreline of 15-10 & 15-11, making a strong statement in his age group.

In the Boys Singles Under 17 category, Sankeerth P secured a strong victory against Santosh Dhyan with scores of 11-15, 15-5 & 15-11. In the Girls Singles Under 17 division, Santosh Disha (Bangalore) exhibited her prowess, defeating Sathish Haritha with the score of 15-13, 8-15 & 15-10.

Adding to the event’s grandeur, Sourabh Lohtia, Head of Marketing, PNB MetLife, Murali Subramanyam, Valued Partner, Agency Channel, PNB MetLife, Manoj Kumar G Hospetimath, President, Karnataka Badminton Association (KBA), P Rajesh, Honorary Secretary, Karnataka Badminton Association (KBA), Kiran Bellam, Vice President, Karnataka Badminton Association (KBA) & Shivaraj C Martur, Vice President, Karnataka Badminton Association (KBA) graced the closing ceremony. They presented the young champions with the coveted JBC Trophy, symbolizing their exceptional achievements.

Sameer Bansal, Chief Distribution Officer at PNB MetLife, shared his enthusiasm for the tournament, stating, “Over the last three days, we’ve witnessed an incredible display of enthusiasm, determination, and unwavering dedication from these talented young athletes. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the winners and wish them the very best for the finals. At PNB MetLife, our primary objective is to leverage sports as a means to help children build confidence and foster holistic development of their mental and physical capabilities. We believe that this competition plays a pivotal role in nurturing emerging talent, preparing them for the challenges that lie ahead.”

PNB MetLife’s Junior Badminton Championship holds a global distinction as the world’s largest junior badminton tournament, a distinction recognized by the esteemed World Record Certification Agency (WRCA). This recognition solidifies the championship’s status as a trailblazer in the promotion of junior badminton excellence across India.

The event also enjoys the unwavering support of esteemed figures in Indian badminton, including icons such as Satwik Rankireddy, Chetan Shetty, PV Sindhu, Prakash Padukone, Ashwini Ponnappa, Vimal Kumar, and Chetan Anand. They lend their expertise to the JBC Boot Camp, an innovative online badminton academy that offers invaluable insights and techniques, enabling young players to hone their skills and unlock their full potential.

The next phase of this year’s championship promises more thrilling action and is set to take place in Ranchi starting 9 October 2023. We cordially invite you to join us at Khel Gaon Sports Complex because, as history has shown, the next badminton sensation of India could very well emerge from the ranks of these incredibly talented young players.

JBC 2023 Registration Details

The registration process for JBC 2023 can be completed by calling +919820006190.

The complete tournament schedule as under: