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The ISSF World Championship Rifle/Pistol 2025 took place from 6 to 18 November 2025 in Cairo, the capital of Egypt. The event, organised by the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF), featured 720 shooters from 70 National Olympic Committees competing in individual and team rifle and pistol events. India performed strongly, finishing third in the medal tally with 13 medals. Hosting the championship in Egypt highlighted the country’s role in facilitating major international shooting competitions and provided a platform for record-breaking performances by shooters from around the world. Egypt’s selection as the host also emphasised its infrastructure and capability in global sports events.