Anish Bhanwala etched his name into Indian sporting history by becoming the youngest Indian shooter to win a Junior World Championship title, a feat he achieved with style and confidence that belied his age.
Specializing in the 25m rapid fire pistol event, Anish first rose to prominence when he won gold at the ISSF Junior World Cup in 2018, making headlines at just 15 years old. His consistent performances in successive events earned him a place among the world’s elite junior shooters. In 2019, he struck again — clinching multiple gold medals at international junior meets, further cementing his reputation as a prodigy with world-class potential.
Anish’s rapid-fire precision, quick reflexes, and mature temperament under pressure have made him a standout athlete in one of the sport’s most demanding disciplines. His journey from a promising talent to a world champion has inspired a new generation of young Indian shooters, particularly in pistol events where India has historically seen limited success.
With his sights now set on senior-level triumphs, Anish Bhanwala remains a symbol of India’s rising dominance in the shooting world and a name to watch in future Olympic and world championship podiums.
