How Parneet Kaur & Kushal Dalal Made History in Archery?

How Parneet Kaur & Kushal Dalal Made History in Archery?
The FISU World University Games 2025 witnessed a historic moment as Indian archers Parneet Kaur and Kushal Dalal clinched the gold medal in the compound mixed team archery event. Defeating the Republic of Korea with a score of 157-154, their victory has put India on the global archery map.
But the celebrations didn’t stop there—India secured two more medals in archery on the same day:

Silver in the Compound Men’s Team (Kushal Dalal, Sahil Rajesh Jadhav, Hritik Sharma) after a close loss to Türkiye (232-231).
Bronze in the Compound Women’s Team (Parneet Kaur, Avneet Kaur, Madhura Dhamangaonkar) by defeating Great Britain (232-224).
With these wins, India’s total medal count at the 2025 Games has now reached five, showcasing the country’s rising dominance in university-level sports.

Why This Victory Matters for Indian Sports
Spotlight on Compound Archery – Often overshadowed by recurve archery, this win brings much-deserved attention to the compound format, especially with its Olympic debut in LA 2028.
Women Leading the Charge – Parneet Kaur’s dual success (team and individual) highlights the growing impact of female athletes in Indian sports.

University Talent Pipeline – Such performances prove that Indian universities are nurturing world-class athletes, essential for long-term sports development.
Boost for Funding & Training – Success at international events could lead to better policy support and funding for compound archery in India.

What’s Next for India’s Archers?
Both Parneet Kaur and Kushal Dalal have advanced to the semi-finals in their individual compound events, raising hopes for more medals. With compound archery set to feature in the 2028 Olympics, India’s strong showing at the FISU Games could be a stepping stone to Olympic glory.


FAQs About India’s Gold Win at FISU Games 2025
1. What was India’s first gold-winning event at FISU 2025?
India won its first gold in the compound mixed team archery event, where Parneet Kaur and Kushal Dalal defeated South Korea 157-154.
2. How many medals has India won in archery at FISU 2025?
India has secured three medals in archery so far:
Gold (Mixed Team)
Silver (Men’s Team)
Bronze (Women’s Team)
3. Will compound archery be in the Olympics?
Yes! Compound archery will debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, making India’s current success even more significant.
4. Who are the key Indian archers to watch at FISU 2025?
Parneet Kaur (Gold in Mixed Team, Bronze in Women’s Team)
Kushal Dalal (Gold in Mixed Team, Silver in Men’s Team)
5. Why is this win important for Indian sports?
This victory highlights India’s potential in non-traditional Olympic sports, encourages women’s participation in archery, and strengthens the case for better training and funding.