India’s ace billiards player, Pankaj Advani, kicked off his campaign at the CCI Billiards Classic 2025 with a commanding victory against Tathya Sachdev in Mumbai. This win marks a strong start for the defending champion in the prestigious tournament held at the Cricket Club of India’s Wilson Jones Billiards Hall.
Key Points for Competitive Exams
- Event: CCI Billiards Classic 2025, an all-India billiards tournament organized by the Cricket Club of India (CCI).
- Winner: Pankaj Advani defeated Tathya Sachdev with a score of 860-170 in a Group match.
- Performance: Advani showcased his dominance by compiling breaks of over 300 points in his first group match.
- Achievements: Advani is a 27-time World Champion and has won the CCI Billiards Classic title multiple times, including the last two editions.
- Significance: The tournament features top Indian and international players, making it a key event in the cue sports calendar.
This victory reinforces Advani’s position as India’s most decorated cue sports athlete, having secured titles in both billiards and snooker at national and international levels. His consistent success at the CCI, including back-to-back snooker and billiards titles, makes him a focal point for aspirants preparing for competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, and Banking, where sports achievements are often tested.
Source: News On Air, April 30, 2025