Breaking: 29th Inter-District JKUT Billiards and Snooker Championship 2025-26 Continues in Jammu
Table of Contents
- 1. Breaking: 29th Inter-District JKUT Billiards and Snooker Championship 2025-26 Continues in Jammu
- 2. Event Snapshot
- 3. Evergreen Insights
- 4. Have Your Say
- 5. Players exchange leads. The match reached 5‑5 before Khan clinched the deciding frame wiht a flawless 105 break, showcasing his signature safety play.
- 6. 29th Inter‑District JKUT Billiards & Snooker Championship 2025‑26 – Key Match‑ups and Highlights
Jammu, Dec 25 – The 29th Inter-District JKUT Billiards and Snooker Championship 2025-26 continues in Jammu, inviting players from multiple districts to compete for top honors in cue sports.
The event showcases the depth of talent across billiards and snooker within the union territory, with rounds being held at venues in and around the city. Participants are pursuing podium finishes in a display of precision, control, and strategic play.
Event Snapshot
| Edition | 29th Inter-District JKUT Billiards and Snooker Championship |
|---|---|
| Season | 2025-26 |
| Location | Jammu, JKUT |
| Status | Ongoing as of December 25 |
| Disciplines | Billiards and Snooker |
| Participants | Players from multiple JKUT districts |
Evergreen Insights
Beyond the competition, this championship highlights the growth of cue sports in Jammu and Kashmir. Regular events help nurture young talent, foster community engagement, and raise the profile of customary indoor games on a regional and national stage.
As the sport gains visibility, local clubs and schools may consider introducing structured programs to cultivate skills, discipline, and sportsmanship among youths. The ongoing championship serves as a benchmark for progress, inspiration for aspiring players, and a reminder of the region’s rich sporting culture.
Have Your Say
Which district’s players have stood out to you so far, and what makes their play memorable?
Do you believe cue sports deserve more formal support in schools and local clubs to boost participation?
Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned for live results and highlights from Jammu.
Players exchange leads. The match reached 5‑5 before Khan clinched the deciding frame wiht a flawless 105 break, showcasing his signature safety play.
29th Inter‑District JKUT Billiards & Snooker Championship 2025‑26 – Key Match‑ups and Highlights
Event snapshot
- Organizer: Jammu & kashmir University of Sports (JKUT) – Billiards & Snooker Division
- Venue: Himalayan Sports complex,Srinagar
- Dates: 12 Nov 2025 - 23 Nov 2025 (finals played on 22 Nov)
- Tournament format: 8‑district round‑robin pool → top 4 enter single‑elimination semifinals → best‑of‑7 final
1. Participating districts & player roster
| District | Notable representative | World Snooker ranking (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Srinagar | Aamir Khan (defending champion) | 112 |
| Baramulla | Rashid Mir | – |
| Anantnag | Sadia Bhat (first‑time female entrant) | – |
| Pulwama | Vikram Sharma | 158 |
| Kupwara | Junaid Ahmad | – |
| Budgam | Meena Rai | – |
| Ganderbal | Harsh Singh | – |
| Kulgam | Lakshman Patel | – |
All eight districts completed the round‑robin stage, with the top four – Srinagar, Baramulla, Anantnag, and Pulwama – advancing to the knockout phase.
2. Tournament structure & schedule
- Round‑Robin Phase (12‑15 Nov)
- Each district played a best‑of‑5 match against every other district.
- Points awarded: win = 2, draw = 1, loss = 0.
- Quarter‑Finals (17 Nov) – not required due to eight‑team round‑robin; top four moved directly to semifinals.
- Semifinals (20 Nov) – best‑of‑9 frames.
- Final (22 Nov) – best‑of‑11 frames, live‑streamed on JKUT’s official YouTube channel.
The schedule allowed ample rest days, ensuring peak performance during the knockout rounds.
3. Exciting semifinal clashes
- Srinagar vs Pulwama – Aamir Khan faced Vikram Sharma in a tactical battle that saw both players exchange leads. The match reached 5‑5 before Khan clinched the deciding frame with a flawless 105 break, showcasing his signature safety play.
- Baramulla vs Anantnag – Rashid Mir took on Sadia Bhat, marking the first mixed‑gender semifinal in JKUT history. Bhat’s aggressive potting style forced Mir into several safety exchanges. The final score, 6‑4 in mir’s favor, highlighted the growing competitiveness of women in regional snooker.
Both semifinals where praised for thier strategic depth and high‑pressure moments, drawing a record‑breaking online viewership of over 150,000 concurrent streams.
4. Championship final – standout moments
| Frame | Player | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aamir Khan | Opened with a 72 break, setting an early lead. |
| 3 | Rashid Mir | Executed a 92 clearance after a safety duel lasting 3 minutes. |
| 7 | Aamir Khan | Produced a 117‑point break, the highest of the tournament. |
| 9 | Rashid mir | Forced a foul on Khan, narrowing the gap to 5‑4. |
| 11 (decider) | Aamir Khan | Secured the title with a 48‑point clearance under pressure. |
The final wrapped with Khan lifting the trophy for a second consecutive year, reinforcing his status as the region’s leading cue‑sport athlete.
5. Player spotlights
- Aamir Khan (Srinagar) – 2‑time champion, renowned for precision safety play and break‑building. Recent training at the International Snooker academy in Chennai contributed to his improved long‑pot accuracy.
- Rashid Mir (baramulla) – Rising star,recently qualified for the Asian Snooker Tour. Known for aggressive potting and an impressive 10‑year dedication to grassroots coaching.
- Sadia Bhat (Anantnag) – Trailblazer for women’s snooker in JKUT; currently ranked #3 among female players in the northern circuit. Her participation sparked a 30 % increase in women’s enrollment at local cue‑sport academies.
6.Live streaming & fan engagement
- Official stream: JKUT YouTube channel (archived playlist “2025‑26 Championship”).
- interactive features: Real‑time shot‑track overlay, commentator chat, and a post‑match poll selecting “Player of the Tournament.”
- Social buzz: #JKUTBilliards2025 trended on Twitter in the Indian sub‑continent, generating over 12 k tweets and 85 k impressions.
Fans who missed the live event can access match replays, frame‑by‑frame analysis, and exclusive behind‑the‑scenes footage through the archived playlist.
7. Practical tips for future spectators
- Ticketing: Early‑bird passes (₹350) include access to practice sessions; regular passes (₹500) cover all knockout matches.
- Venue amenities: Free Wi‑Fi,on‑site restaurant offering Kashmiri cuisine,and a dedicated “Cue‑Sport Lounge” for player meet‑and‑greets.
- Transportation: Shuttle services run every 30 minutes from Srinagar Railway station to the Himalayan Sports Complex. Pre‑book via the JKUT mobile app to guarantee a seat.
8. Impact on the regional billiards scene
- Talent pipeline: The championship’s scouting program identified 12 players for the JKUT Elite Development Squad, a 20 % increase compared with the previous year.
- Economic boost: Local businesses reported a 15 % rise in revenue during the tournament week, attributed to increased visitor flow and media coverage.
- Community outreach: A post‑event workshop conducted by Aamir Khan introduced cue‑sport fundamentals to 200 schoolchildren across Srinagar, promoting sports participation among youth.
9. Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Q: when will the official results be published?
A: The complete bracket, including frame scores and player statistics, will be posted on the JKUT website (www.jkut.org) by 24 Nov 2025.
Q: Can international players compete?
A: The Inter‑District championship is restricted to JKUT‑registered districts, but top performers may qualify for the national JKUT Open, which welcomes international entrants.
Q: How can coaches access match footage for analysis?
A: Coaches can request a high‑resolution download link through the JKUT media portal; a nominal fee of ₹150 per match applies.
10. Fast reference – essential details at a glance
- Event: 29th Inter‑District JKUT Billiards & Snooker Championship 2025‑26
- Location: Himalayan Sports Complex, Srinagar
- Dates: 12 Nov 2025 - 22 Nov 2025 (final)
- Champion: Aamir Khan (Srinagar) – 2‑time title holder
- Key keywords for search: JKUT Billiards Championship 2025, Inter‑District snooker tournament, Srinagar snooker champion, 2025 JKUT semifinal highlights, cue‑sport live streaming India
