Winners declared in Judo and Wushu at Meghalaya Games

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaJanuary 19, 2024

The 5^th edition of the Meghalaya Games being organized at Tura, has been a revelation with convergence of sporting prowess. East Khasi Hills supremely leads the charge overall with 92 Gold (a total of 247 medals), followed by West Jaintia Hills, Ri-Bhoi and West Garo Hills.

In the realm of Wushu, male changquan event was dominated by East Khasi Hills (EKH) with the gold medal going to EKH’s Kyrshanbor R Songthiang, who won over Wansame Gashanga. Ri-Bhoi District’s female changquan Balakynshew Lyngdoh (Gold) won against Monaliza Marak (Silver) of North Garo Hills. In the Taichi Event gold was clinched by Esperenza Songthiang (EKH) while in the traditional event Ridaplin Klein from (RBD) sealed gold.

Judo also proved to be a riveting showcase of exceptional talent and sportsmanship. Athletes from various districts displayed remarkable prowess in different weight categories, captivating spectators and affirming the vibrancy of judo in the region.

In the Boys 55 kg Judo category, Prem Chettri of EKH clinched the gold, with Jackson Kharmuti of Ri Bhoi securing a silver medal. Notably, Player Dhar (East Jaintia Hills) and Phrangsagi Paswet (West Jaintia Hills) demonstrated their mettle, both claiming bronze.

In the Girls 50 kg Judo division, Gobil G Momin of EKH emerged triumphant with a gold medal. Choosbirth R Marak from Ribhoi showcased exceptional skill to claim silver, while Fedrick Dkhar (East Jaintia Hills) and Sendre R Sangma (East Garo Hills) both earned well-deserved bronze medals.

The Boys 45 kg Judo category witnessed West Khasi Hills securing the gold, with Rohit G Momin (EKH) attaining silver. The bronze medal was shared between West Khasi Hills and Eastern West Hills, showcasing the fierce competition in this weight class.

Rishica Iawrod from East Khasi Hills dominated the Girls 52 kg Judo category, clinching the gold, while West Jaintia Hills and shared the podium with silver. West Garo Hills and Eastern West Khasi Hills both earned bronze in a highly contested competition.

In the Boys 48 kg Judo, Eastern West Hills’ Realigrace Suting claimed gold, outshining Basuklin Jasain of East Khasi Hills who secured silver. East Jaintia Hills displayed tenacity, securing a well-deserved bronze.

The Girls 44 kg Judo division saw Banrilin Jasain from East Jaintia Hills securing gold, while Shilpa Rajbongsih (EKH) settled for silver. West Jaintia Hills and Ribhoi both showcased their prowess, earning bronze medals.