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Pankaj Advani Clinches 2025 CCI Billiards Classic Title in Mumbai

Pankaj Advani, India’s most decorated cueist, won the 2025 CCI Billiards Classic title, held at the Cricket Club of India (CCI), Mumbai, by defeating Dhruv Sitwala 5-2 in the final match. The win marks Advani’s third title at the CCI Billiards Classic and adds to his astonishing tally of 28 world championships across billiards, snooker, and pool.

Event Details and Significance

  • Winner: Pankaj Advani
  • Runner-up: Dhruv Sitwala
  • Final Score: 5-2
  • Venue: Cricket Club of India (CCI), Mumbai
  • Dates: 25 April to 4 May 2025

Prize Money

  • Winner (Advani): ₹2.5 lakh
  • Runner-up (Sitwala): ₹1.5 lakh

Background on Pankaj Advani

  • Has won 28 World Titles in cue sports.
  • Known for his dominance in billiards, snooker, and pool.
  • Previously won the CCI Billiards Classic twice before 2025.

Significance of the Victory

  • Reinforces Advani’s legacy as India’s greatest cue sport champion.
  • Showcases continued dominance in the Indian and international billiards scene.
  • Promotes cue sports in India, especially among youth through events like CCI Classic.
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? Pankaj Advani Clinches 2025 CCI Billiards Classic Title in Mumbai
Event 2025 CCI Billiards Classic
Winner Pankaj Advani
Runner-up Dhruv Sitwala
Final Score 5-2
Venue Cricket Club of India (CCI), Mumbai
Dates 25 April – 4 May 2025
Prize (Winner) ₹2.5 lakh
Pankaj Advani’s CCI Titles 3

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