Bhavani Kedia wins silver at National Deaf Sports Championship
Hyderabad’s Bhavani Kedia won a silver medal in tennis at the 27th National Deaf Senior Sports Championship in Chandigarh. She narrowly lost in the final but continues to impress with strong performances at international events, including the Deaflympics and World Championships
Hyderabad: Bhavani Kedia, a resident of Attapur (Hyderabad), won a silver in tennis in the 27th National Deaf Senior Sports Championship held in Chandigarh from March 25–27, 2026.
In a thrilling and closely contested final, Bhavani narrowly missed the gold medal, going down to Jafreen Shaik of Andhra Pradesh with a score of 6-7, 6-10 in the super tie-breaker.
Bhavani Kedia has consistently made the nation proud by representing India at prestigious international platforms, including the Deaflympics in Tokyo and Brazil, where she secured an impressive fifth position in women’s doubles. She has also showcased her talent at the World Championships in Greece and Turkey, further establishing herself as a strong contender in the sport.
Bhavani is being trained by former Davis Cupper Vasudeva Reddy at Value Labs Infra Pvt. Ltd.
“Winning the silver medal at the National Championship is a proud moment for me. While I narrowly missed the gold, this experience has motivated me to work harder and aim higher in upcoming competitions. I am grateful to my coach, supporters, and everyone who has believed in me throughout this journey,” she said.
