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The Manisha Constructions National Pool Championship 2026 continued to deliver high-intensity action as the Men’s 10-Ball Last 16 concluded with a mix of dominant performances and major upsets, while the Women’s 10-Ball double elimination stage moved closer to the semi-final lineup.
Chetan Chhabra Headlines with Clinical Display
One of the standout performances of the round came from Chetan Chhabra (Telangana), who produced a commanding 8–1 victory over Dhruv Varma (Punjab).
In a one-sided contest, Chhabra controlled the match from the outset, delivering a clinical whitewash-style performance to secure his place in the quarterfinals with authority.
Divya Sharma Knocks Out Nitin Sharma in Thriller
In one of the biggest upsets of the round, Divya Sharma (Haryana) edged past Nitin Sharma (Chandigarh)—India’s current No. 2 in 9-Ball—in a gripping hill-hill encounter (8–7).
The match went down to the final frame, with Divya holding her nerve under pressure to eliminate one of the tournament’s top contenders.
Top Performers Advance
Several top players booked their places in the next round with strong performances:
Aayush Kumar (Punjab) defeated top seed Abhinav Dhiman 8–5
Pushpender Singh (RSPB) dominated Harshit Sharma (MP) 8–2
Shahbaz Adil Khan (PSPB) beat Ranveer Duggal (CHG) 8–5
Sumesh Jangra (Punjab) overcame Kushal Chandrashekhar (KAR) 8–5
Shivam Arora (Maharashtra) secured a convincing 8–3 win
Pankaj Advani (PSPB) continued his strong run, defeating Anurag Giri (MP) 8–3
Women’s 10-Ball: Race to Semi-Finals Intensifies
In the Women’s 10-Ball double elimination stage, players continued their push toward qualification, with the field narrowing as the competition progressed.
Chitra Magimairaj (KAR) continued her strong form with multiple wins, including a 5–1 victory over Jiya Sehgal (PUN)
Anupama Ramachandran (TN) advanced steadily with controlled performances
Natasha Chethan (KAR) secured important wins, including a 5–3 result over Suniti Damani (WB)
Jiya Sehgal (PUN) and Ishika Shah (MP) also registered key wins in earlier rounds
Several matches produced competitive finishes, while others saw dominant displays, reflecting the depth of the field.
With the double elimination stage nearing its conclusion, the tournament is approaching a crucial juncture:
The next round will determine the final four players advancing into the semi-finals
The stakes continue to rise as players fight for a place in the decisive stages of the championship.
From Chhabra’s dominant showing to Divya Sharma’s statement victory, the Men’s 10-Ball event is building toward an exciting finish, while the Women’s competition continues to shape a strong and competitive semi-final lineup.