Nagaland Darts Championship 2025 concludes

DIMAPUR — The Nagaland Darts Championship 2025, organised by the Nagaland Darts Association (NDA), concluded at La Colline Resort, Kohima, on Saturday after a two-day competition.

The closing programme began with the final match of the Open Singles, stated a press release.

Delivering the exhortation, Khrielievi Chüsi, deputy chairman of the Kohima Municipal Council, said darts is a game played in more than 50 countries across the world.

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He expressed fascination with the precision and focus of the players in the final match, stating that attending the event had helped him learn much about the sport.

Chüsi expressed hope that players from Nagaland would one day represent India at the international level. He lauded the initiatives of the Nagaland Darts Association in promoting the game and encouraged its inclusion in colleges across the state. He also urged the association to expand its reach to all districts of Nagaland.

Addressing the players, he encouraged them to remain committed and disciplined, stressing that perseverance could bring laurels to the Nagas and to India.

The event culminated with the prize distribution ceremony.

Results:

Open Singles

Champion: Victor Kevilhouthie Yhome

Runner-up: Kezhaletuo Semou

Joint 3rd: Vikepelhou Dzuvichu, Oto Angami

Joint 5th: Viboto H Sumi, Simon Kelio Angami, Vimeyie Joshua Semou, Burakum

Draw Doubles

Champion: Kikruneizo Zatsu and Kori

Runner-up: Victor Kevilhouthie Yhome and Rangteiding

Joint 3rd: Vikeheilie Suchu and Sokil Chetri; Neibei Solo & Mezhu

Rookies Category

Champion: Viyhodelie Rame

Runner-up: Mezhulhoutuo Suohu

Special Awards

Best Leg: Victor Kevilhouthie Yhome (14)

Most 180s: Vikeheilie Suohu (3)

Best Check-Out: Simon Kelio Angami (134 points)

Most Valuable Player: Viyhodelie Rame

Most Promising Player: Kori