The ISSF World Cup 2026 features four legs, each with rifle/pistol and shotgun events, with Indian shooters competing at all venues worldwide. The season runs from March to October 2026, culminating in the World Cup Final in Rome, Italy.
India will send a strong contingent featuring Paris 2024 medallists Manu Bhaker, Arjun Babuta, and breakout star Suruchi Singh. This guide covers the complete schedule, where to watch, key athletes, and everything fans need to know.
ISSF World Cup 2026 Complete Schedule
The International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) organises four World Cup legs annually for each discipline. Gold medal winners automatically qualify for the World Cup Final. Here’s the confirmed 2026 calendar:
Shotgun World Cup 2026 Legs
| Event | Venue | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| World Cup Shotgun Leg 1 | Tangier, Morocco | 25 Mar – 3 Apr 2026 |
| World Cup Shotgun Leg 2 | Almaty, Kazakhstan | 2-11 May 2026 |
| World Cup Shotgun Leg 3 | Lonato, Italy | 3-13 Jul 2026 |
| World Cup Shotgun Leg 4 | Hangzhou, China | 20-29 Jul 2026 |
Rifle and Pistol World Cup 2026 Legs
| Event | Venue | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| World Cup Rifle/Pistol Leg 1 | Granada, Spain | 5-13 Apr 2026 |
| World Cup Rifle/Pistol Leg 2 | Munich, Germany | 24-31 May 2026 |
| World Cup Rifle/Pistol Leg 3 | Hangzhou, China | 20-29 Jul 2026 |
| World Cup Rifle/Pistol Leg 4 | Cairo, Egypt | 8-16 Oct 2026 |
ISSF World Cup Final 2026
The season-ending ISSF World Cup Final 2026 will take place in Rome, Italy. Only the top performers from World Cup legs qualify for this elite showdown.
Qualification criteria include: Gold medallists from each World Cup leg, top two athletes in season rankings, and World Championship medallists.
Key Indian Shooters to Watch in 2026
India consistently fields one of the largest squads at ISSF World Cups. At Munich 2025, India brought 36 athletes, the biggest contingent at the event. Here are the top names:
| Athlete | Event(s) | Key Achievements |
|---|---|---|
| Manu Bhaker | 10m Air Pistol, 25m Pistol | Double Olympic bronze medallist (Paris 2024), multiple World Cup gold medallist |
| Suruchi Singh | 10m Air Pistol | 3 consecutive World Cup golds in 2025, current World No. 1, Junior World Record holder (245.1) |
| Arjun Babuta | 10m Air Rifle | Paris 2024 finalist (4th), 5 consecutive World Cup finals since Paris |
| Sift Kaur Samra | 50m Rifle 3 Positions | Asian Champion, World Record holder, World Cup gold medallist |
| Maheshwari Chauhan | Skeet | Paris 2024 Olympian (4th in Mixed Skeet), leads India’s shotgun challenge |
| Prithviraj Tondaiman | Trap | Two-time Olympian, experienced campaigner in trap events |
Rising Stars to Follow
Samrat Rana won a bronze at the ISSF World Cup Final 2025 in men’s air pistol. He’s the reigning World Champion in the event.
Rudrankksh Patil, former World Champion in 10m air rifle, remains a consistent medal contender across World Cup legs.
Simranpreet Kaur Brar set a junior world record (41/50 hits) while winning gold in women’s 25m pistol at the World Cup Final 2025.
How to Watch ISSF World Cup 2026 Live in India
Watching shooting live from India requires knowing the right platforms. Unlike cricket, ISSF events don’t have traditional TV broadcast rights in India.
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| ISSF YouTube Channel | FREE live streaming of all finals. Primary source for Indian fans. youtube.com/issfchannel |
| Eurosport | TV coverage for select events. Check local listings for availability. |
| ISSF Official Website | Live results, qualification scores, and medal updates. issf-sports.org |
Pro tip: Finals typically stream between 8:30 PM and 11:00 PM IST, depending on the venue’s timezone. Subscribe to the ISSF channel and enable notifications to avoid missing live action.
Olympic Shooting Events at ISSF World Cup 2026
The ISSF World Cup features all 12 individual Olympic shooting events across three disciplines:
| Discipline | Men’s Events | Women’s Events | Mixed Events |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle | 10m Air Rifle, 50m Rifle 3P | 10m Air Rifle, 50m Rifle 3P | 10m Air Rifle Team |
| Pistol | 10m Air Pistol, 25m RFP | 10m Air Pistol, 25m Pistol | 10m Air Pistol Team |
| Shotgun | Trap, Skeet | Trap, Skeet | Mixed Trap, Mixed Skeet |
How Athletes Qualify for the World Cup Final
The ISSF World Cup Final features only 10 shooters per event. Qualification is highly competitive:
- World Cup Gold Medallists: Each gold medal winner from the four World Cup legs earns automatic qualification.
- Season Rankings: Top 2 athletes in each event’s World Cup ranking points also qualify.
- World Championship Medallists: Top 3 finishers from the ISSF World Championships earn direct entry.
- Title Defender: The previous year’s World Cup Final champion gets automatic entry.
- A maximum of 3 athletes per country per event can compete at the World Cup Final.
India’s ISSF World Cup Final 2025 Performance
Indian shooters finished the 2025 season on a high at the ISSF World Cup Final in Doha, winning 6 medals (2 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze). Here’s the breakdown:
| Athlete | Event | Medal |
|---|---|---|
| Simranpreet Kaur | Women’s 25m Pistol | GOLD |
| Suruchi Singh | Women’s 10m Air Pistol | GOLD |
| Sainyam | Women’s 10m Air Pistol | Silver |
| Anish Bhanwala | Men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol | Silver |
| Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar | Men’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions | Silver |
| Samrat Rana | Men’s 10m Air Pistol | Bronze |
Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range: India’s Premier Venue
While the ISSF World Cup 2026 legs are held abroad, the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi remains India’s crown jewel for international shooting.
Spread across 72 acres in Tughlakabad, the venue was rebuilt for the 2010 Commonwealth Games at a cost of Rs. 150 crore. It hosted the ISSF World Cup Final in October 2024.
Venue Specifications
| 10m Air Rifle/Pistol Range | 80 firing points, fully air-conditioned, 500 spectator capacity |
|---|---|
| 25m Pistol Range | 50 firing points, 500 spectator capacity |
| 50m Rifle Range | 80 firing points, 500 spectator capacity |
| Trap and Skeet Ranges | 6 composite ranges, 2000 total spectator capacity |
| Electronics | ISSF-certified automatic electronic scoring system |
India to Host ISSF World Cup in 2027
Mark your calendars. The ISSF Executive Committee has awarded New Delhi the hosting rights for an ISSF World Cup leg in 2027, covering all three disciplines: rifle, pistol, and shotgun.
Additionally, India will host the ISSF Junior World Championships in 2028. Both events will take place at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range.
NRAI President Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo said: “With the LA Olympics as our target, hosting at least one international event every year leading up to it is a tremendous opportunity.”
India’s Squad for ISSF World Cup Shotgun Tangier 2026
The first shotgun World Cup of 2026, held in Tangier, Morocco (March 25 – April 3), featured a 20-member Indian squad. Here’s the full lineup:
| Event | Athletes |
|---|---|
| Men’s Skeet | Parampal Singh Guron, Sukhbir Singh Harika, Harmehar Singh Lally, Man Singh, Jyotiraditya Singh Sisodiya |
| Men’s Trap | Kynan Chenai, Sharan Susheel Gyanchand, Bhowneesh Mendiratta, Mohammad Asad Sultan, Prithviraj Tondaiman |
| Women’s Skeet | Maheshwari Chauhan, Areeba Khan, Mansi Raghuwanshi, Darshna Rathore, Yashasvi Rathore |
| Women’s Trap | Aashima Ahlawat, Kirti Gupta, Rajeshwari Kumari, Preeti Rajak, Shreshtha Sisodiya |
Shooting League of India 2026: A New Era
India launched its first franchise-based shooting league in 2026. The Shooting League of India (SLI) began on February 16, 2026, aligning with the ISSF calendar to avoid clashes.
The league features mixed team events across pistol (10m, 25m), rifle (10m, 50m 3P), and shotgun (trap, skeet) disciplines.
Teams are split into pools for the league stage, followed by knockout rounds. Player drafts span four tiers: elite champions, world elite, national champions, and junior/youth.
Key Dates for Indian Shooting Fans in 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Feb 2-14, 2026 | ISSF Asian Championship (Rifle/Pistol) – New Delhi |
| Feb 16, 2026 | Shooting League of India begins |
| Mar 25 – Apr 3, 2026 | ISSF World Cup Shotgun – Tangier, Morocco |
| May 24-31, 2026 | ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol – Munich, Germany |
| Sept 19 – Oct 4, 2026 | Asian Games 2026 – Nagoya, Japan (Shooting events) |
| December 2026 | ISSF World Cup Final – Rome, Italy |
The ISSF World Cup Final 2026 will take place in Rome, Italy
The ISSF World Cup 2026 promises an action-packed season for Indian shooting fans. With talents like Suruchi Singh, Manu Bhaker, and Arjun Babuta leading the charge, India is well-positioned to collect medals across World Cup legs.
Watch finals live on the ISSF YouTube channel and keep an eye on 2027 when New Delhi hosts a full World Cup leg. Indian shooting has never been stronger.
