New Delhi, October 11, 2025 – The Archery Premier League (APL), the world’s first professional archery league, marked the success of its inaugural season with a grand event at Delhi’s Yamuna Sports Complex. The celebration brought together global archery legends, Indian stars, and dignitaries to acknowledge the league’s transformative impact on Indian archery.
Notable attendees included Olympic and world champions such as Katherine Bauer, Brady Ellison (USA), Ella Gibson (UK, World No. 1), Mathias Fullerton (Denmark, World No. 2), Deepika Kumari, Dhiraj Bommadevara, Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Abhishek Verma, and rising star Chikitha Taniparthi.
The evening was also attended by APL brand ambassador and actor Ram Charan, Archery Association of India (AAI) President Arjun Munda, AAI Secretary General Virender Sachdeva, AAI Treasurer Dr. Joris, and APL Chairman Anil Kamineni.
Ram Charan praised APL’s unifying spirit, calling it “the beginning of a new era for Indian archery,” and likened its impact to the global success of RRR.
AAI President Arjun Munda highlighted the league’s role in giving Indian archery a professional platform and international visibility.
Chairman Anil Kamineni emphasized the league’s unique blend of top-tier talent, storytelling, and production, calling it “a first-of-its-kind success in global archery.”
Secretary General Virender Sachdeva noted the growing passion for archery in India, driven by the league’s energy and athlete camaraderie.
APL Season 1 Highlights
- Participation of world-class archers including Deepika Kumari, Jyothi Vennam, Brady Ellison, and Ella Gibson
- Six franchises inspired by India’s warrior clans
- Strong digital and live audience engagement
- High-intensity team matchups showcasing Indian and global talent
- Widespread acclaim from fans, media, and sports bodies
The APL has not only elevated archery’s profile but also laid the foundation for its future as a mainstream sport in India and beyond.
