Triple Triumph: Talented Anahat Singh Wins Third British Junior Open Title
In the world of junior squash, few names shine as brightly as Anahat Singh. The Indian prodigy has once again proven her mettle by clinching her third British Junior Open title in the Under-17 category in 2025. This victory adds another feather to her cap, following her earlier triumphs in 2019 and 2023 across different…
Malaysia Open, Indian stars competing at the grand tournament
The 2025 Malaysia open is set to take off from January 7 to January 12 ,2025 at Kuala Lumpur . This tournament marks the beginning of the 2025 BWF tour with a total prize pool of USD 1,450,000 The first round of the Malaysia open will involve Indian representatives like Lakshya sen, H.S.Prannoy and Priyanshu…
WTT Star Contender Doha, Indian stars Lineup for the first tournament of 2025
WTT STAR CONTENDER DOHA : INDIAN STAR LINE UP, SCHEDULE AND DRAWS High quality Table Tennis action for 2025 season to kick off with WTT STAR CONTENDER DOHA from 6th to 11th January at Lusail sports arena, Doha ; offering a total prize money of USD 2,75,000. Qualifying round to be held on 6th and…
Chennai to host Jr Hockey World Cup, 12th Asia Cup in Rajgir in 2025
India Junior Hockey Team is all set to compete against the best in World in Chennai while senior team competes in Rajgir Asia Cup 2025 which is going to be the 12th edition of the continental tournament will be played in Rajgir. With a spot in the 2026 world cup in Netherlands and Belgium on…
Sumit Nagal Stuns Top Seed To Enter Main Draw of Auckland ATP250
Up Against Former World Rank 17 Mannarino from France, Nagal showed extremely good resilience to win in straight sets India no1 Sumit Nagal, who yesterday lost the first set to the local wildcard entrant but then didnt look back after that winning next two in 6-3,6-1 in some fashion. He had a bigger challenge up…
Sumit Nagal Wins First Match of 2025, will play Qualifying Top seed next at Auckland ATP250
India no1 Sumit Nagal, who endured a tough loss last week in the first match of season came back from a set down to win his match. Playing against Alexander Klintcharov from NZL in Auckland, Nagal initially showed nerves. After losing his first serve he ended up losing his third one as well which ended…
Sumit Nagal To Play Qualifiers at Auckland ATP250
World Number 98 Sumit Nagal would be up against a Wildcard Alexander Klintcharov from New Zealand (WR 792) in the 1st Qualifier of the ASB Classic ( ATP Auckland 250). This highly anticipated match will be held on hardcourts. Sumit Nagal previously competed in Canberra Challenger and eventually lost to WR 211 Patrick Kypson in…
Indian Women Football Thrash 25 Goals Past Maldives Over Two Friendlies
Blue Tigresses Roar: India Women’s Football Team Dominates Maldives in Back-to-Back Friendlies The Indian Women’s Football Team showcased an exceptional display of skill and dominance in their latest international friendlies against the Maldives Women’s Team, securing victories with scores of 14-0 and 11-1. These matches, held at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence, not only…
The Rise Of Indian Table Tennis in 2024
With some good performance it will be interesting to see if India can become a powerhouse From Winning its first WTT contender to shake Chinese women’s team, 2024 was an eventful year for Indian TT. Some surprises, heartbreaks and historic firsts highlighted the year . Here are some events and Indian paddlers who made an…
Deepika & Manisha Ready For Bigger League : Dr Harendra Singh
Indian Women Hockey Coach Harendra Singh interview : A look at challenges, road ahead and about potential of deepika and manisha In an interview with the IndiaSportsHub , Indian women’s hockey coach Harendra Singh speaks about the disappointment of Paris snub , redemption in Rajgir and probable glory in 2028. Indulged as an expert at…
Berhanu is ready for a “hat-trick” while Minsewo will return to defend her title at the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025
Ethiopia’s defending champions Hayle Lemi Berhanu and Aberash Minsewo are returning to retain their titles at the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025, a World Athletics Gold Label Race, scheduled for Sunday, 19th January. Berhanu will attempt a hat trick of wins after his back-to-back victories in 2023 and 2024 in the men’s section. If successful, he…
Thrilling Start to Hockey India League 2024-25: Opening Weekend Matches
Founded in 2013 as a part of Hockey India’s attempt to develop an International Hockey Federation sanctioned league, after the un-sanctioned World Series Hockey, began in 2012. Hockey India League Started last week. The first season took place in 2013. It proved to be a financial success for Hockey India, who were in financial disarray…
HIL 2024 | Vedanta Kalinga Lancers take home the positives from an exciting opener against UP Rudras
At HIL 2024, Spaniard Enrique Gonzalez put Vedanta Kalinga Lancers ahead in the 13th minute, but the side failed to build on the early momentum in their opening Hockey India League match as UP Rudras scored thrice at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Monday, December 30. Gonzalez struck home following a mesmeric run…
Smriti Mandhana’s Magical 2024: A Year of Batting Mastery and Leadership
Smriti Mandhana, the elegant left-handed opening batter from India, has had a sensational 2024, showcasing her prowess and solidifying her position as one of the premier batters in women’s cricket. Her performance throughout the year has been nothing short of spectacular. Let’s take a look at her remarkable achievements throughout 2024. ODI Brilliance: Mandhana’s year…
67th National Shooting Championship 2024: Key Highlights and Results
After the remarkable performance by the Indian shooting contingent at the Paris Olympics, Indian shooters are back at the shooting range in the 67th national shooting championships. Paris Olympics medallists Sarbjot Singh and Swapnil Kusale are among the notable participants. The star of the championship, who surprised everyone, was Suruchi. The Haryana teenager dominated the…
India gets a World Athletics event after 20 years!
Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and its president, Adille Sumariwalla have achieved a coup of sorts by bringing a World Athletics (previously IAAF) event to India after a gap of 20 years. India last hosted an IAAF event in 2004- the World Half-marathon Championships in Delhi. Since then, India has hosted the Commonwealth Games in…
Raghu and Sihag Reign Supreme at 2024 Senior National Badminton Championships
The 86th Senior National Badminton Championships in Bengaluru witnessed Karnataka’s M Raghu and Haryana’s Devika Sihag emerge victorious in the men’s and women’s singles categories. Raghu’s triumph was particularly dramatic, as he saved three championship points to defeat Mithun Manjunath 14-21, 21-14, 24-22 in a thrilling final. Raghu’s Road to Victory Raghu, who had earlier…
Raiza Dhillon’s Nationals Performance Redefines Excellence, Sets New Benchmark
In the chilly, fog-draped atmosphere of the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, the 67th National Shooting Championship witnessed a stellar performance from Raiza that illuminated the day. Olympian Raiza Dhillon delivered a breathtaking display of skill and precision in the women’s skeet event, breaking records and capturing the nation’s attention. Raiza’s phenomenal score of 122…
Payal Shines At Asian Youth and Junior Championships As India Grabs 33 Medals
India delivered an exceptional performance at the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships, held in Doha, Qatar, from December 19 to December 25, 2024. Payal wins 5 medals Despite not winning any gold medals in the junior category, the Indian contingent showcased remarkable talent and resilience, securing a total of 33 medals across both categories….
Hockey India League 2024-25: Full Fixtures & Schedule
After a long seven-year wait, the much-anticipated Hockey India League (HIL) is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever! Set to kick off on December 28, 2024, the league promises a thrilling ride of non-stop hockey action as top Indian and international talents battle for supremacy. The season opener will witness Delhi SG Pipers…
Anahat Singh: 2024’s Squash Star, Set to Shine Brighter in 2025
Anahat Singh, India’s squash prodigy and Asian Games medalist, has had an extraordinary 2024, capturing nine PSA Challenger Tour titles and establishing herself as a formidable force in the sport. Currently ranked 82 in the world, Anahat Singh is poised for even greater achievements in 2025. Adding to her accolades, she has also been nominated…
Amidst Visa Concerns Arjun Leads Indian Challenge at World Rapid & Blitz in NewYork
Life comes a full circle for Indian chess fans as the world rapid and blitz goes back to NewYork. Indian chess fans will always remember the 1995 world championship match between Anand and Kasparov as an epoch making moment in Indian chess. After 18 games, with a final score of 10½ to 7½ Kasparov retained…
Team Asia Wins Inaugural Waldner Cup 2024
Team Asia won the inaugural Waldner Cup in Oslo, Norway, on Sunday by beating team world with a score of 14-10. This tournament was established by Barcelona 1992 Olympic gold medallist Jan Ove Waldner of Sweden. Team Asia featured a stellar lineup, including Ma Long, a six-time Olympic gold medalist, and Chen Meng, the reigning…
Sumit Nagal Makes The Cut For Australian Open 2025 Main Draw
The year’s first slam Australian Open 2025 will take place in Melbourne Park from January 6 to 26. Tennis Australia on December 6, 2024, announced the entry list for the Australian Open 2025, where Indian men’s single top tennis player Sumit Nagal, currently ranked 98th, secured automatic qualification for the main draw. It is going…
Treesa–Gayatri: Most Improved Pair for India in Women’s Doubles
The women’s doubles duo of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand Pullela is showing promising signs for the future of India’s doubles badminton. After a decent outing in the recently held BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou, Treesa and Gayatri achieved their career-high world ranking of 11. They are now India’s top women’s doubles pair after…
New Delhi Gets Hosting Rights for World Boxing Cup Final
New Delhi will also host the World Boxing Congress 2025 India has struck a powerful punch in the world of boxing, securing the hosting rights for the prestigious World Boxing Cup Final 2025 and the World Boxing Congress scheduled for November 2025 in New Delhi. This comes as the most exciting development for the ardent…
Smash Season: India’s Tennis Extravaganza 2025
As we ring in 2025, tennis fans across India have plenty to celebrate. From the bustling courts of Chennai to the vibrant arenas of Pune and Bengaluru, a stunning lineup of international tournaments is set to grace Indian soil. For three electrifying months January to March 2025 the nation will transform into a tennis battleground,…
India to Host World Boxing Cup Final 2025 and World Boxing Congress in November 2025
Boxing Federation of India (BFI) is delighted to announce that India has been awarded the hosting rights for the prestigious World Boxing Cup Final 2025 and the World Boxing Congress 2025, scheduled to take place in November 2025. This landmark achievement underscores India’s growing prominence on the global boxing stage and reaffirms its capability to…
Tanvi Sharma Shines as Runner-Up at Odisha BWF100
India’s brightest badminton prospects Tanvi Sharma, has added another feather to her cap by finishing as the runner-up at the prestigious Odisha BWF100 tournament held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack The competition brought together elite players from around the world. Yet, it was Tanvi’s grit, determination, and exceptional performance that stole the…
Exciting Indian Contingent for the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships 2024
India is set to send a talented team to the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships 2024, which will be held in Doha, Qatar from December 19-25, 2024. A total of 24 athletes will represent India across both the junior and youth categories, with many having already shown remarkable performances on the international stage. This…
Rithvik Wins Odisha Masters 2024 as Tanvi and Tharun finish RunnersUp
Third edition of Yonex Sunrise Odisha Masters S100 have been concluded successfully on 15th Dec 2024 as Rithvik Wins at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor stadium, Cuttack. China the second successful nation behind India in tournament history claimed three titles in Women Singles, Mixed doubles and Men doubles this time , finishing runners up in Women doubles…
Anmol Kharb: The Rising Star in Indian Badminton
In the vibrant landscape of Indian badminton, where legends like Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu have left indelible marks, a new star has begun to emerge—Anmol Kharb. At just 17, this Haryana-born shuttler has already demonstrated the skills, determination, and mental toughness necessary to become the next big name in Indian sports. With her relentless…
Rising Stars and Seasoned Pros: Indian Tennis at Its Best in TPL 2024
The Tennis Premier League (TPL) delivered another thrilling edition from 3rd -8th December, culminating in a spectacular victory for the Hyderabad Strikers, making them the most successful team in the league. What made this season truly special was the perfect blend of Indian and international players in the teams, bringing a unique mix of skills,…
Pooja Shines at National Junior Athletics Championships 2024
Pooja, a 17-year-old high jumper from Haryana, has made history by raising the bar—literally and figuratively—at the National Junior Athletics Championships 2024. Competing in the high jump event of the heptathlon, Pooja cleared an astounding height of 1.85 meters, breaking her own U20 Women’s High Jump National Record of 1.83 meters. In her debut heptathlon…
Gayatri-Treesa Looking Promising at BWF World Tour Finals 2024
India’s sole representative Gayatri-Treesa shines at ongoing HSBC BWF WORLD TOUR FINALS 2024 in Hangzhou, China . World rank 13 pair Gayatri-Treesa are placed in group-A along with Olympics champions 🇨🇳 Liu sheng shu/Tan Ning ,Paris bronze medalist 🇯🇵 Nami Matsuyama/Chiharu Shida and Paris 4th finishers Malaysian 🇲🇾 pair Tan Pearly/Thinaah Muralitharan. It was expected…
Malaysian doubles coach Tan Kim Her returns for second stint with Indian Badminton Team
New Delhi, November 26, 2024: The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has appointed Malaysian doubles specialist Tan Kim Her to work with the national team for the second time. Instrumental in pairing Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy during his first stint with India, Tan will focus on developing strong doubles partnerships and bench strength ahead…
Manika Batra in Team Asia vs Team World In Waldner Cup 2024
The Waldner Cup 2024, an innovative table tennis event in Oslo from December 13 to 15, will spotlight a “Team Asia vs. Team World” competition and has Indian star paddler Manika Batra Featuring a mix of legendary and rising stars, it is captained by Ma Long for Asia and Jan-Ove Waldner for the World. The…
A Battle for Horses and Fair Play – Rajasthan Equestrian Association vs. Equestrian Federation of India
In a recent case that galloped its way into the Delhi High Court, the Rajasthan Equestrian Association (REA) locked horns with the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) over governance issues, voting rights, and adherence to the National Sports Development Code of India (NSDCI). This courtroom drama unfolded against the backdrop of India’s preparation for the…
Jyothi Surekha Vennam Clinches Gold at the 2024 Chinese Taipei Open, Secures Second Successive Indoor World Series Title
The 2024 Chinese Taipei Open, held from December 6th to 8th in Taoyuan City, was an Indoor World Series event. Jyothi Surekha Vennam claimed the Compound Women’s Gold at the tournament. India also had strong performances in the Recurve Men, Recurve Women, and Compound Men events, with several archers reaching key stages and securing podium…
India Thrash Bangladesh 13-1 in Women’s Junior Asia Cup Opener!
The Indian women’s junior hockey team stormed into the Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2024 with a resounding 13-1 victory over Bangladesh in Muscat, Oman, on December 8. It was a commanding performance that showcased their flair, precision, and hunger for success, leaving fans and pundits buzzing with excitement. The Scoring First Half The game began…
India End Their Campaign with Two Titles and one Runner-Up Finish at Guwahati Masters 2024
In the final day of Guwahati Masters India has three representations in finals and all are up against the Chinese opponents. India has two representations in singles (MS, WS) and one in Women’s Double. AshTan Defend Their Guwahati Masters Title In first final of the day, WR 13 and top seed of the tournament, pair…
Guwahati Masters Super 100: Ashwini-Tanisha retain women’s doubles crown, Sathish Kumar Karunakaran is men’s singles champion
Women’s doubles top seeds Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto and men’s singles third seed Sathish Kumar Karunakaran gave the Indian badminton fans a lot to cheer for as they registered straight games wins to clinch the Guwahati Masters Super 100 titles here on Sunday. Ashwini and Tanisha, the only defending champions to retain the title, defeated China’s Li Hua Zhou…
India Defeat Singapore, Eye Best-Ever Finish at the Ongoing Asian Women’s Handball Championship
Goalkeeper Nina Shil was named Player of the Match for her outstanding display *New Delhi, December 8, 2024:* India overcame Singapore with a commanding 35-22 win on Sunday at the Asian Women’s Handball Championship (AWHC) 2024 in New Delhi, opening up the opportunity for their best-ever finish at the tournament. India, who have never finished…
Hong Kong Awaits: Indian Squash Teams Ready for World Championship Battle
Hong Kong, China, is set to host the 2024 World Squash Team Championships from December 9th to 15th. For the first time, both the men’s and women’s events will be held concurrently at the same venue. This landmark event will feature a record 195 players, divided among 26 men’s teams and 23 women’s teams, each…
Preview to 39th National Junior Athletics Championships, Bhubaneswar
The world junior athletics championships have been a happy event for India in the past 10 years with the ground-breaking achievements of Neeraj Chopra in 2016, Hima Das in 2018 and many other impressive performances from the likes of Rupal, Priya Mohan, Shaili Singh and Selva Prabhu. This year’s championships at Lima were underwhelming for…
India Go Down Battling Against Japan, Finish Third in Asian Women’s Handball Championship 2024 Group Stage
South Korea beat China in a clash of the heavyweights, while Kazakhstan beat Singapore New Delhi, December 6, 2024: Despite inflicting 15 goals on former winners Japan, more than any other team so far in the competition, India fell to a loss in game three of the Asian Women’s Handball Championship 2024. Beaten 48-15, India’s…
Guwahati Masters Super 100: Anmol Kharb upsets defending champion Chaiwan to reach semis
Ashwini-Tanisha, Mansi Singh and Satish Kumar also reach the last four Guwahati, Dec 6: India’s rising women’s singles star Anmol Kharb kept her cool under relentless pressure to pack off defending champion Lalinrat Chaiwan of Thailand in the quarterfinals of the Guwahati Masters Super 100 badminton tournament here on Friday. Kharb had fought back from…
India’s Rising Weightlifting Stars Take Center Stage, as Mirabai Skips the Tournament in Bahrain
India is gearing up for the Weightlifting World Championships in Bahrain starting December 6th, but the spotlight will shift from its leading lifter, Mirabai Chanu, to a new generation of weightlifters. Chanu, who has been the face of Indian weightlifting, will skip the event to focus on her rehabilitation program as she recovers from persistent…
ITTF Mixed Team World Cup 2024, Young Indian Team shows fight but misses bus to Knockouts
In the absence of big names of Indian Table Tennis (Sharath Kamal, Manika Batra, Sreeja Akula) , a young Indian team Pritha Vartikar, Jeet Chandra, Snehit Suravajjula, Yashaswini Ghorpade defeated the Aussie team 8-6 but missed out on qualifying for the knockout stage. China topped Group 1 , whereas India, Australia and USA were tied…
2024 Syed Modi International – Big Takeaways, Misses, and Future Direction of Indian Badminton
INDIAN WINS 3 out of 5 FINALS at the 2024 Syed Modi International Badminton Championship The 2024 Syed Modi International Badminton Championship provided a lot of insights into the current state of Indian badminton. While the tournament had a depleted field with several top players absent, India still contested the final in all five disciplines,…
