Kurnool: Bringing international honor to Kurnool district, two local karate players, P Hemanth Kumar Reddy and MV Sri Dinesh, have been selected to represent the Indian national contingent at the 12th Commonwealth Karate Championships 2026, held in Glasgow, Scotland.

The international tournament, scheduled from November 5 to 8 at the Glasgow International Arena, brings together top karate talent from across Commonwealth nations.

Both athletes earned their spots in the national squad through years of disciplined practice, determination, and exceptional performances in competitive karate circuits.

Having trained in martial arts from an early age, they underwent rigorous coaching schedules to sharpen their technical and sparring skills.

Following the announcement, representatives of the JK Academy Goju Ryu Karate-Do Martial Arts Association, alongside fellow players and martial arts enthusiasts, extended warm congratulations to the two athletes.

Expressing confidence in their capabilities, academy members voiced hope that Hemanth and Sri Dinesh will deliver outstanding performances and secure medals for the nation.

Speaking to The Hans India on Saturday, JK Academy Chief Instructor Sensei Palukuri Jagadeesh Kumar expressed happiness and pride over their selection. He highlighted that their achievement marks a significant milestone for Kurnool’s sporting community and will inspire aspiring young athletes across Andhra Pradesh to pursue combat sports seriously.

He extended best wishes to the duo for their international matches, expressing confidence that they will bring laurels to India, Andhra Pradesh, and Kurnool district on the global stage.