Visakhapatnam, 6 February 2026: The 2025 MRF MoGrip FMSCI Indian National Supercross Championship rolls into its electric finale this Sunday under lights at the GVMC Indira Priyadarshini Municipal Stadium in Visakhapatnam. The sixth and final round promises edge-of-seat action across nine classes as riders chase crucial points and championship dreams. This is a landmark occasion in the city’s sporting calendar, the first time such a high-profile national motorsport event has been hosted in Vizag, made possible by the local RRR Motor Sports Association led by Rishi and a dedicated team of volunteers. They have put in months of hard work to design and build a custom-made, super-fast yet technical 850-metre Supercross track that tests both speed and precision and has drawn praise from riders and fans alike for its challenge and layout.
In the premier SX1 category the title battle has boiled down to experience versus exuberance. Pune’s former champion Rugved Barguje heads into the finale with a narrow advantage over Ikshan Shanbhag of Satara. Rugved, a tall, composed rider known for strong starts and tactical race management, has carved out a points buffer with consistent podiums, but Ikshan, the young son of celebrated former rider Shanbhag, has been closing fast with raw pace and fearless riding. The loss of last season’s champion Shlok Ghorpade to injury early in the season — the Satara ace sidelined for four months — opened the door for this duel, and though Shlok made return rides he is no longer in the title hunt after missing the opening round. With just a handful of points separating Rugved and Ikshan, and a maximum of 20 points available per moto, the title remains mathematically open if Ikshan can take two strong wins and Rugved slips even slightly.
A few classes have their own tense equations. In SX2 Basil Sunny heads the points but sits just ahead of Manikandan K and Amal Varghese, all of whom have traded results throughout the season. Basil’s smooth, measured approach has kept him in front, but neither challenger can be discounted on a track that rewards clean, fast lines and strong bike control.
The Indian Experts category has delivered some of the closest racing this year, with Banteilang Jyrwa leading the standings yet facing pressure from Sachin D and Imran Pasha. Jyrwa’s aggressive style has won him fans, while Sachin’s consistency keeps him firmly in the hunt for the crown. In the Private Experts division Abhi S Nath has the edge but will need to manage his starts carefully if Arfaz Ahmed and Shaun Changte — both riders with strong late-race pace — make a move.
The junior categories have showcased the depth of talent coming through the ranks. In JR SX1 Jinendra Sangave has been a standout, building a healthy lead with his smooth yet attacking style, while in the 85cc class Chaitanya Joshi and Sujan J have provided tight, entertaining battles. In the 65cc ranks Vismay Ram’s strong points total reflects a season of consistent finishes, but rivals are ready to pounce.
Beyond the numbers, Sunday’s finale is set to be a vibrant motorsport festival. The RRR Motor Sports Association, with Rishi at the helm and a crew of enthusiastic volunteers, have transformed the stadium into a Supercross showcase, its jumps and berms crafted to challenge throttle control, balance and bravery. Riders and teams have praised the layout for its flow and technical elements that reward precision as much as speed.
For fans in the stands and those following online it promises to be a night where titles are decided, careers are shaped, and the roar of engines echoes against the night sky of Visakhapatnam. Riders will push their machines to the limit in a climax that befits the championship’s stature and the city’s warm embrace of two-wheel motorsport.