Akanksha Salunkhe is an Indian professional squash player. She represents India on the domestic and international circuit and is part of the generation of squash players from Maharashtra contributing to the sport's growing competitive base in India.
Key Facts
| Name | Akanksha Salunkhe |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Squash |
| Status | Professional player |
Background
Squash in India is administered by the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI), which oversees national rankings, junior development pathways and the selection of players for international assignments such as the Asian Squash Championships, the Commonwealth Games and World Squash Federation events. Players such as Salunkhe move through the national circuit of Professional Squash Association (PSA) satellite events and SRFI-sanctioned tournaments before competing at higher tiers.
Career
Salunkhe competes as a professional on the women's squash circuit. Indian women's squash has been led in recent years by players including Joshna Chinappa and Dipika Pallikal, with a growing pool of younger professionals appearing in PSA Challenger and Tour events alongside the national championship.
Significance
The development of professional squash players from across India, beyond the traditional centres in Chennai and Mumbai, reflects the broader expansion of the sport supported by SRFI's coaching and tournament infrastructure. Players active on the PSA tour contribute to India's depth in women's squash, which has been one of the country's stronger disciplines at the Asian and Commonwealth levels.
Related Topics
- Squash in India
- Squash Rackets Federation of India
- Professional Squash Association
- Joshna Chinappa
- Dipika Pallikal
- Asian Squash Championships