The Archery Association of India (AAI) is all set to launch the inaugural edition of the Archery Premier League (APL) with a dazzling opening ceremony on 2nd October 2025 at 7 PM at the Yamuna Sports Complex, Anand Vihar, New Delhi.
The highlight of the evening will be the presence of Global Star Ram Charan, the league’s Brand Ambassador, who will officially inaugurate this landmark sporting league, making it a truly unforgettable moment for Indian sports.
Archery Premier League: A First-of-its-Kind Tournament
The Archery Premier League is India’s first-ever franchise-based archery tournament, designed to raise the sport’s visibility both nationally and globally. The league will feature six competitive franchises, showcasing a blend of India’s finest archers and elite global talent.
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36 top Indian archers (recurve and compound)
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12 international athletes, including several from the world’s top 10 rankings
This remarkable lineup ensures that fans will witness archery at its highest competitive level.
A Unique Mixed Format Under Lights
For the first time in world archery, the APL introduces a mixed format, where recurve and compound archers will compete together in thrilling night sessions under stadium lights.
This innovation is set to redefine the viewing experience, making the sport more exciting, fast-paced, and appealing for spectators.
Tournament Schedule and Global Recognition
The Archery Premier League will run from 2nd to 12th October 2025 at the Yamuna Sports Complex.
The league enjoys strong support and recognition from:
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World Archery
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World Archery Asia
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Sports Ministry of India
This backing reinforces the league’s credibility and positions it as a global-standard sporting event.
Ram Charan’s Star Power and AAI’s Vision
With the Archery Association of India spearheading this visionary initiative and Ram Charan’s global influence amplifying its reach, the Archery Premier League is set to mark a turning point in Indian archery.
The APL will not only showcase world-class sporting action but also open new avenues for archery’s growth, bringing the sport closer to mainstream recognition and mass audiences.
