Telangana’s Gadipelli Prashanth named captain of Indian para-throwball team

Telangana para-throwball athlete Gadipelli Prashanth has been named captain of the Indian team for the 2nd South Asian Para-Throwball Championship in Sri Lanka. He previously captained India to bronze medals at two Asian Championships and works in the Income Tax Department.

Hyderabad: Gadipelli Prashanth, a talented para throwball athlete from Telangana, has been selected as the Captain of the Indian para throwball team for the 2nd South Asian Para Throwball Championship – 2026, scheduled to be held from November 19 to 23 at Ratnapura Indoor Stadium, Sri Lanka.

The selection was announced by Dr. Albert Prem Kumar, Founder of the Para Throwball Federation of India.

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Prashanth has participated in four international para throwball competitions and has gained valuable experience at the international level. He captained the Indian team at the first Asian Championship, where the team secured a Bronze Medal.
The Hyderabadi also led the Indian team as captain at the Second Asian Championship, achieving another Bronze Medal. His consecutive leadership and medal-winning performances have established him as an experienced international athlete.

Now, for the third time at the international level, Prashanth has been entrusted with the responsibility of leading the Indian team at the South Asian Championship. His selection reflects his sporting experience, leadership qualities, team coordination and commitment to the game.

Apart from his achievements in sports, Prashanth is also serving as a Tax Assistant in the Income Tax Department, Mumbai, through the Sports Quota. Balancing his professional responsibilities with sporting commitments, he stands as an inspiration to young athletes. He is also interested in and has experience in other sports, reflecting his versatility as a sportsperson.

Telangana Sports Association and the coach Singarapu Babu congratulated Prashanth on his selection as the Indian team captain. They expressed pride in his international achievements and wished him success in leading the Indian team at the upcoming championship.

Prashanth’s journey from Telangana to international sporting recognition, his two Asian Championship Bronze Medals as captain, and his current leadership of the Indian team serve as an inspiration to aspiring para-athletes.