The city of Pune hosted the 2nd All Zarthosti Badminton Tournament on June 14, bringing together more than 50 participants from Mumbai, Aurangabad, and Pune for a day of competitive play and community engagement. Organized jointly by the Zoroastrian Youth Association (ZYA) Pune and the Pune Zoroastrian Sports Association (PZSA), the event took place at Blatixs Traaack in NIBM and featured four distinct categories: Under-15 Singles, 16-35 Singles, Veteran Singles, and Open Doubles.

Players across various age groups and skill levels competed throughout the day, with each category showcasing intense matches and spirited competition. The Under-15 Singles title was claimed by Anaika Printer, while Marc Boocha secured both the 16–35 Singles and the Open Doubles championship alongside partner Simone Khorshedi. The Veteran Singles trophy was awarded to Burzin Elavia. Runners-up included Huvrarst Pithawalla, Farzan Gocal, Adil Karbhari, and the doubles team of Adil Karbhari with Meherzad Mistry. Additionally, three competitors—Atria Namiranian, Peroch Nagla, and Jerwan Battiwala—were recognized as Emerging Players for their notable performances.

The tournament combined competitive spirit with a community atmosphere, supported by local vendors Kayani Bakery and Hotts Catering Services, who provided refreshments and lunch. Participants praised the efficient organization, with one attendee, Xerxes Printer from Aurangabad, highlighting the event’s punctuality and warm environment. The tournament also served as an opportunity for community members to reconnect beyond the sport, fostering a sense of camaraderie among the Zoroastrian youth.

The event concluded with a prize distribution ceremony and remarks expressing gratitude to the volunteers, sponsors, and hosts at Blatixs Traaack. Organizers emphasized that the primary objective went beyond crowning champions; it was about uniting the community in a shared celebration of sport and fellowship. According to Zoish Motiwalla, Secretary of the Zoroastrian Youth Association, the tournament’s true success lay in bringing the community “on the same court—quite literally.”