Sports

Sports in Pune span a wide spectrum from traditional *Kushti* (wrestling) to international cricket. The **Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex** in Balewadi is a premier multi-sport arena that has hosted the Commonwealth Youth Games and various international table tennis and badminton tournaments. Cricket enjoys massive popularity, with the **Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium** in Gahunje frequently hosting Indian Premier League (IPL) matches and international tests. The city also passionately supports its Pro Kabaddi League franchise, the **Puneri Paltan**, and has a strong heritage of field hockey and football.