Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: Anaya Shukla and Shaurya Dessai secured their places in the semi-finals of the Under-11 Girls category at the MCC All Goa Major Ranking Table Tennis Tournament, currently being held at the Multipurpose Stadium in Fatorda.
Anaya delivered an impressive performance in the quarter-finals, defeating Swara Gude in straight games with a convincing 3-0 victory. Her commanding display ensured a comfortable passage into the final four of the competition.
In another quarter-final, Tvisha Kotkar overcame a strong challenge from Sanaz Shaikh in one of the most closely fought matches of the round. Tvisha held her nerve in a thrilling five-game encounter to emerge victorious with a 3-2 scoreline and secure her semi-final berth.
Vanlalhriapuii also advanced with a dominant performance, registering a 3-0 win over Claire George. The straight-games victory highlighted her consistency and control throughout the match.
Shaurya Dessai completed the semi-final lineup after producing another commanding display. She defeated Taisha Mehta 3-0, maintaining her strong run in the tournament and earning a well-deserved place in the last four.
With the quarter-final stage concluded, the semi-finals promise exciting contests as the remaining players battle for a spot in the championship match. The tournament has showcased some of Goa’s most promising young table tennis talent, with the Under-11 Girls category producing several impressive performances and competitive encounters.
The MCC All Goa Major Ranking Table Tennis Tournament continues at the Multipurpose Stadium, Fatorda, featuring players across multiple age categories competing for valuable ranking points and top honours.
