Nellore: The Andhra State Carrom Association (ASCA), in association with Nellore District Carrom Association, will organise three-day Andhra State 1st Ranking Carrom Tournament–2026 from Friday (July 31) at Nellore Club. The tournament will feature competitions in men’s and women’s singles categories, with all matches being conducted on a knockout basis. DSR Murthy will serve as chief referee, while SK Sajida has been appointed as assistant chief referee. Nellore District Carrom Association and Nellore Club will provide free boarding and accommodation to all participating players. The announcement was made at a meeting chaired by Tournament co-chairman Malireddy Kotareddy, former Ranji cricketer and Nellore Club member, Nellore District Carrom Association president Srimannarayana and Secretary S Srinivasulu.