BENGALURU, October 28, 2026 : Akaash Ashok Kumar continued his dominant form on the lanes, securing his second consecutive title at the 2nd Karnataka State Ranking Tenpin Bowling Tournament, which concluded today at the Amoeba Bowling Center, Cosmopolitan Club, Jayanagar.
Top-seeded Akaash delivered a commanding performance in the finals, defeating third seed Antony R by 67 pins with a convincing two-game cumulative score of 406–339.
Akaash set the tone early in the championship match, rolling an impressive 205 in the opening game against Antony’s 160 to build a crucial 45-pin lead. He maintained his consistency and composure in the second game, scoring 201 to Antony’s 179 to seal a comfortable victory and successfully defend his title.
Earlier in the day, Akaash earned his spot in the final with a decisive victory in the first knockout match, defeating fourth seed Sathish A V by 105 pins (417–312). In the second knockout match, Antony R secured his final berth by overcoming fourth seed Vijay Punjabi by 50 pins (326–276).
Final Standings
- Akaash Ashok Kumar – Winner
- Antony R – Runner-up
- Sathish A V – 3rd Place
- Vijay Punjabi – 4th Place
Special Category Awards
- Highest Average (6-Game Block): Akaash Ashok Kumar (192.90)
- Highest Average (18 Games): Akaash Ashok Kumar (185.00)
- Most Games Above 225 Pins: Allen Richards (2)
- Highest Average (12 Games – Women): Preemal J (161.67)
