The buzz around the Shooting League of India (SLI) is growing louder, and former world no. 1 Heena Sidhu believes the initiative could transform the way the sport is viewed in the country. The Arjuna awardee called the league a long-overdue step that will give Indian shooters a bigger stage while offering fans a closer look at the intricacies of the sport. “Finally, we are going to get what we deserve. Many sports already have their own leagues, and I always felt it was time for shooting to enter this space,” Sidhu said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wion-exclusive-pkl-2025-puneri-paltan-coach-ajay-thakur-reveals-winning-formula-for-team-to-succeed-it-is-1756209159390">PKL 2025: Puneri Paltan coach Ajay Thakur spills the beans for the team to succeed. 'It is...'</a>&nbsp;One of the biggest challenges, she explained, is that shooting doesn’t look dynamic to the untrained eye. “The sport is built on micro-movements that spectators can’t always see. From the outside, it may seem like shooters are simply standing still, but in reality, there’s constant movement — especially under pressure,” she said.&nbsp;Sidhu believes technology will play a crucial role in bridging this gap. “With tools like SCATT, body sensors, or cameras, we can show fans how every 9 or 10 is the result of preparation and movement. SCATT, for instance, uses laser tracking to map the pistol’s path — from the 8th ring to the 9th and finally into the 10th. Under stress, these movements increase and can even be linked to heart rate or brain activity. This will make the sport far more engaging for viewers,” she explained.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/dream11-lost-95-per-cent-revenue-due-to-online-gaming-ban-will-it-lay-off-staff-ceo-harish-jain-says-1756206755191">Dream11 lost 95 per cent revenue due to the online gaming ban. Will it lay off staff? CEO Harish Jain says...</a>&nbsp;For Sidhu, shooting is not just a test of skill but also of mental strength. “It may look still, but every shot is different because the variable is always the athlete. Shooting is a test of human psychology — how you handle stress, respond to your last shot, and balance aggression with calmness. That’s what makes it unique,” she added. She also stressed the importance of visibility. “Fan engagement has always been a challenge because people couldn’t see what was happening inside a shooter’s mind. The more matches we telecast on TV, OTT, or YouTube, the more awareness and interest it will create. Just like cricket, exposure will drive engagement,” Sidhu shared.&nbsp;For Indian fans, this will be the first time they will see shooters in regular league action rather than just at the Olympics or World Cups. “Now, audiences will get to watch us consistently at home. I’m eager to see how they respond — not just to the star names but to the sport itself,” Sidhu signed off.

Former world no 1 Heena Sidhu on Shooting League of India Finally we are getting what we deserve

The buzz around the Shooting League of India (SLI) is growing louder, and former world no. 1 Heena Sidhu believes the initiative could transform the way the sport is viewed in the country. The Arjuna awardee called the league a long-overdue step that will give Indian shooters a bigger stage while offering fans a closer look at the intricacies of the sport. “Finally, we are going to get what we deserve. Many sports already have their own leagues, and I always felt it was time for shooting to enter this space,” Sidhu said. Also Read: PKL 2025: Puneri Paltan coach Ajay Thakur spills the beans for the team to succeed. 'It is...' One of the biggest challenges, she explained, is that shooting doesn’t look dynamic to the untrained eye. “The sport is built on micro-movements that spectators can’t always see. From the outside, it may seem like shooters are simply standing still, but in reality, there’s constant movement — especially under pressure,” she said. Sidhu believes technology will play a crucial role in bridging this gap. “With tools like SCATT, body sensors, or cameras, we can show fans how every 9 or 10 is the result of preparation and movement. SCATT, for instance, uses laser tracking to map the pistol’s path — from the 8th ring to the 9th and finally into the 10th. Under stress, these movements increase and can even be linked to heart rate or brain activity. This will make the sport far more engaging for viewers,” she explained. Also Read: Dream11 lost 95 per cent revenue due to the online gaming ban. Will it lay off staff? CEO Harish Jain says... For Sidhu, shooting is not just a test of skill but also of mental strength. “It may look still, but every shot is different because the variable is always the athlete. Shooting is a test of human psychology — how you handle stress, respond to your last shot, and balance aggression with calmness. That’s what makes it unique,” she added. She also stressed the importance of visibility. “Fan engagement has always been a challenge because people couldn’t see what was happening inside a shooter’s mind. The more matches we telecast on TV, OTT, or YouTube, the more awareness and interest it will create. Just like cricket, exposure will drive engagement,” Sidhu shared. For Indian fans, this will be the first time they will see shooters in regular league action rather than just at the Olympics or World Cups. “Now, audiences will get to watch us consistently at home. I’m eager to see how they respond — not just to the star names but to the sport itself,” Sidhu signed off.

Shooting League of India, the first franchise-based professional shooting competition in India, has been sanctioned by the National Rifle Association of India and has received support from the International Shooting Sport Federation

Former world no. 1 Heena Sidhu on Shooting League of India: 'Finally, we are getting what we deserve'

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