The Shooting League of India (SLI) is the country's first-ever franchise-based league dedicated to Olympic shooting — backed by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) and supported by the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF).
SLI isn't just a competition — it's a movement. Aiming to bring the sharp focus of shooting into the national spotlight, the league fuses world-class sport with high-octane entertainment, turning athletes into icons and audiences into believers.
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Welcome to a new era in Indian shooting — a high-intensity competition designed to spotlight precision, performance, and patriotism. Prepare for thrilling battles as the nation's finest marksmen vie for glory on the grandest stage.
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The SLI is India's first franchise-based professional shooting league, sanctioned by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) and supported by the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). It aims to promote shooting sports through a high profile, competitive platform.
The inaugural season will take place in late 2026. The date and venue are yet to be announced.
No, the SLI is not an ISSF competition, but it has official support from the ISSF, with dates reserved in the ISSF calendar.
Mixed team events
Elite national and international shooters (men and women) are eligible to put forward their interest for participation.
4-6 city-based franchises will own each of the teams, they will bid for players via an auction.
Each team will consist of up to 12 athletes (6 men, 6 women), including up to 4 foreign players (2 men, 2 women).
The franchise owners include Gaurav Agarwal, Owner of the Delhi Knight Warriors; Faiyaz Virani, Zahir Hawa, and Ronak Pandit, Co-owners of Mumbai X Calibers; and Mukesh Sharma, Owner of UP Prometheans.
The schedule for player auction is to be announced shortly.
Yes, the SLI auction will be broadcast live for public viewing.
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