Krishna Tahgaonkar delivered a stellar performance to outclass Nikhil Saigal 4-2 and Gaurav Deshmukh 4-0 in the BSAM presents Malabar Hill Club State Ranking Tournament 2024.
Under the spotlight, Krishna rose to the occasion with breaks of 59 and 47 against Saigal in his Top 24 challenge.
The match began with both players battling for control, but Krishna’s opening break of 59 was nothing short of a masterclass. This commanding start set the tone as he outmaneuvered Saigal with precision and consistency, keeping the current State No. 8 at bay.
While Saigal showed his fighting spirit by taking two frames, the match was undeniably Krishna’s to lose. His poise under pressure and tactical brilliance, capped by a crucial break of 47, delivered a psychological edge that left Saigal struggling to find his rhythm.
The road ahead was no less challenging, as Krishna prepared to face Gaurav Deshmukh in a Top 16 clash brimming with potential fireworks. However, determined Tohgaonkar cruised past Deshmukh rather effortlessly with a one sided 4-0 victory to enter quarterfinal of the 15 Red Snooker Category.
With every match, the tournament becomes more electrifying, as the state’s top cueists battle to etch their names in the record books.
For Krishna, this victory is more than a win—it’s a declaration of intent. Having already clinched the BSAM Snooker Challenger title, he’s quickly solidifying his reputation as one of the state’s most promising talents.
Stay tuned for all the updates from the Malabar Hill Club as we gear up for more riveting snooker action!
