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In a proud moment for Odisha sports, four young rugby players from the state have been selected to represent India at the Asia Rugby Emirates U-20 Rugby 7s Championship 2025, scheduled to be held on August 9 and 10 in Rajgir, Bihar.
The selected athletes include two girls and two boys, reflecting the growing talent pool in Odisha’s rugby ecosystem.
Selected Players:
Girls:
• Ritu Majhi
Boys:
• Charan Hembram
• Bharat Kisan
These four athletes will don the national jersey as part of the Indian Under-20 Men’s and Women’s Rugby 7s teams, competing against some of the strongest youth squads from across Asia.
The Asia Rugby Emirates U-20 Championship is a premier international platform that showcases emerging rugby talent from across the continent, and India’s participation provides crucial exposure for its young players.
Officials from the Odisha Rugby Association and Sports Department have congratulated the selected players, calling it a testament to the state’s focused investment in grassroots rugby and youth development. Odisha has consistently produced top-tier rugby talent, and this latest recognition reaffirms the state’s status as a growing force in Indian rugby.
