The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) and the Shooting League of India (SLI) have announced a strategic realignment of the league’s inaugural season, moving the competition to later in 2026 in order to maximise its long-term impact, broadcast reach and overall spectator experience. The decision follows detailed consultations with key stakeholders, including broadcast partners…
World Archery, the global governing body of the sport, has officially released the qualification framework for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, ushering in a new era for the discipline with the addition of the compound mixed team event to the Olympic programme. The announcement not only confirms archery’s expanded footprint at LA28 but also…
The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) concluded its landmark fifth season with a spectacle that extended far beyond the wrestling mat, reaffirming its place as one of India’s most high-profile and culturally resonant sporting properties. After a seven-year hiatus, the league’s reimagined return in 2026 delivered elite competition, packed arenas, and an extraordinary convergence of political…
The Indian women’s football team continued its encouraging preparatory phase for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over German club side Hertha BSC Frauen at the S&B Sport Football Complex in Antalya, Türkiye, on Monday. A composed finish from Grace Dangmei in the 37th minute proved decisive, as the Blue…
Two years after she announced herself on the global stage by lifting her maiden WTA 125 trophy in Mumbai, Darja Semenistaja is back at the 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series—this time not as a surprise package, but as one of the tournament’s leading contenders. The Latvian, now ranked World No. 99, returns to…
India made a powerful statement on the opening day of the BOXAM Elite International 2026, producing a series of commanding performances against elite opposition as the world-class tournament got underway in La Nucía. With 214 boxers from 21 nations in action, the prestigious event is one of the strongest international boxing meets outside the World…
India opened its Asian Shooting Championships Rifle & Pistol campaign in emphatic fashion at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi on Wednesday, with Esha Singh delivering a dominant gold medal performance in the women’s 10m air pistol while reigning world champion Samrat Rana added a bronze in the men’s event. On a…
The Indian athletics contingent has officially departed for Tianjin, China, to compete at the 12th Asian Indoor Athletics Championships 2026, carrying with it a blend of national record holders, emerging talents and multi-event specialists who will take on Asia’s best under the roof. The 17-member squad, competing across sprint, jumps, throws and combined events, represents…
India has strengthened its position at the centre of the global shooting ecosystem after winning the hosting rights for the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2027, a marquee continental event that will offer eight direct Olympic quota places for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) confirmed the development on Tuesday…
Indian tennis reached another important milestone this week as Yuki Bhambri climbed to a career-high World No. 20 in the latest ATP Doubles Rankings, becoming the first Indian man since Rohan Bopanna to enter the prestigious Top 20. The 33-year-old Roundglass Tennis Academy athlete rose two places from No. 22, officially establishing himself as India’s…
As India prepare for one of their biggest Davis Cup challenges in recent years, belief rather than ranking is driving the camp in Bengaluru. With the Davis Cup Qualifiers Round 1 tie against the Netherlands scheduled for February 7–8 at the S.M. Krishna Tennis Stadium, the Indian squad has entered the final phase of its…
The spotlight will firmly be on India’s pistol shooters as competition begins at the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championships at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Ranges on Wednesday, with the opening day set to deliver four high-profile finals in the 10m air pistol events across senior, junior and youth categories. For the host nation, it is an…
Day 6 of the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League (REIHL) Season 3 delivered one of the most memorable nights of the tournament so far, highlighted by a new league record for the fastest goal and a flurry of high-scoring contests at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium in Leh. Purig Warriors forward Anwar Hussain etched…
The second day of main-draw action at the 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series delivered a series of authoritative performances from top international contenders, as Darja Semenistaja, Hanne Vandewinkel and Lanlana Tararudee all progressed comfortably into the Round of 16 at the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA). It was, however, a difficult day…
India will step onto the international boxing stage in 2026 with one of its strongest squads in recent memory as a 33-member contingent, led by World Boxing Cup Finals champions Hitesh Gulia and Sachin Siwach along with Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain, travels to Spain for the BOXAM Elite International in La Nucia, Alicante. The tournament,…
Mumbai will once again take centre stage on the Indian tennis calendar as the doubles main draw for the 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series was unveiled on Tuesday at the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA), bringing together a compelling mix of India’s leading players and accomplished international names. India’s No. 1 women’s…
Indian squash has witnessed several landmark moments over the decades, but few have felt as symbolic of a new era as what Anahat Singh achieved this week. At just 17 years and 10 months, the Delhi teenager has become the youngest Asian female squash player in history to break into the PSA World Top 20,…
For the first time in its long and global history, squash will be part of the Olympic programme when the Los Angeles 2028 Games get underway. Now, the final piece of the puzzle has been put in place. World Squash has officially released the qualification pathway for LA28, defining how just 32 players 16 men…
The 43rd Senior National Rowing Championships concluded on January 31 at the Army Rowing Node (ARN) under the Mission Olympics Wing of the College of Military Engineering (CME), Pune, reaffirming the central role of institutional programmes in shaping India’s rowing future. Over five intense days of racing from January 27–31, India’s finest rowers across senior,…
India’s campaign at the SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship 2026 took a sharp turn on Monday as the Young Tigresses went down 0–2 to Bangladesh at the Pokhara Rangasala Stadium in Nepal. The result leaves India in a tight race for the second spot in the final, despite having opened the tournament with a morale-boosting 1–0…
India’s push to strengthen its footprint on the global table tennis stage received a significant boost on Monday as the host nation announced a record 33 Indian entries for the WTT Star Contender Chennai 2026, including 23 players in the main draw, highlighted by a strong wild card list led by Anusha Kutumbale and Priyanuj…
Squash’s long wait for Olympic inclusion finally gained real substance this week with the official announcement of the qualification system for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. For the first time in its history, the fast-paced racquet sport will feature on the Olympic programme, and now the pathway for athletes to reach LA has been…
The international wrestling landscape has been handed a major shake-up after United World Wrestling (UWW) officially announced its qualification framework for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. While the headline numbers may look straightforward on paper, the deeper implications could dramatically alter how countries including India plan their Olympic campaigns over the next three years….
The 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series got off to a high-quality start at the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) on Monday, as several of the tournament’s leading international contenders underlined their credentials with composed first-round victories. Thai star Mananchaya Sanwangkaew and French third seed Leolia Jeanjean were among the standout performers on…
International shooting is back at the iconic Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range as the Asian Championship Rifle/Pistol gets underway in the Indian capital, marking the start of one of the most important continental competitions of the year. With delegations already arriving in Delhi, the stage is set for a 10-day festival of precision, nerve and…
Indian badminton witnessed the arrival of a new force as 20-year-old Devika Sihag produced a flawless campaign to lift her maiden BWF World Tour Super 300 title at the Princess Sirivannavari Thailand Masters. In a week that will be remembered as a defining chapter in her young career, the Haryana shuttler did not drop a…
Matchday action at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium delivered another emphatic reminder of how quickly the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League (REIHL) Season 3 is gathering pace, with Humas Warriors producing a record-breaking performance to go top of the table. Alongside their demolition of Kharu Falcons, Shakar Chiktan Royals and Zanskar Chadar Tamers also…
When Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi walked onto the courts of the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) last year, she was still a relatively unknown name on the senior international circuit. By the time the 2025 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series concluded, the 16-year-old had transformed into one of Indian tennis’ most exciting prospects, having…
Haryana Thunders were crowned champions of the Pro Wrestling League 2026 after surviving an extraordinary, edge-of-the-seat final against Delhi Dangal Warriors at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Sunday night. In a contest that swung violently from bout to bout, the title was decided only in the very last match, where Paris Olympic silver medallist Iryna…
The second season of the Women’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) did far more than crown a new champion it offered a glimpse into the future of Indian women’s hockey. Played in an environment that brought together elite international professionals and India’s rising domestic talent, the league became a proving ground for young Indian players…
The opening day of qualifying at the 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series delivered high-quality tennis, international depth, and a clear statement from one of Indian tennis’s most experienced campaigners. On a sun-soaked Saturday at the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA), Ankita Raina underlined her class with a commanding straight-sets victory over fellow…
The Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) took a series of landmark decisions at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, marking one of the most consequential administrative resets for the sport in recent years. From long-awaited financial relief for domestic players to the formal initiation of an official national league and strong governance actions,…
Hockey fans in India will get a rare and exciting opportunity to watch some of the best teams in the world without paying a rupee, as Hockey India has announced free entry for the FIH Men’s Pro League 2025–26 Rourkela leg, scheduled to be held from February 10 to 15 at the Birsa Munda International…
India’s national record holder in the men’s 60m hurdles, Tejas Shirse, continued his European indoor campaign with a competitive outing at the Elite Indoor Track Miramas Meeting 2026 in France, finishing 14th overall in a high-quality international field that included some of the fastest hurdlers on the global circuit. Shirse clocked 7.95 seconds in the…
Leh’s Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium came alive once again on Friday as Day 2 of the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League (REIHL) Season 3 delivered a full spectrum of drama from record-setting strikes and dominant champions to breakthrough women’s performances and high-tempo thrillers. With teams now settling into the rhythm of the expanded round-robin…
Indian table tennis enjoyed a breakthrough day at the WTT Feeder Doha as Sathiyan Gnanasekaran and Sayali Wani both booked their places in the semifinals after a series of gritty, high-quality performances against strong international fields. Across the men’s and women’s draws, the two Indians showcased composure under pressure, tactical sharpness and the growing depth…
Indian middle-distance running took a significant leap forward as Pradeep Senthilkumar rewrote the national record books in the men’s 800m short track (indoor), clocking a superb 1:48.09 at the Razorback Invitational in the United States. In doing so, the 24-year-old erased his own previous national mark of 1:48.60, set earlier this season, and confirmed his…
Haryana Thunders underlined their status as the most complete side of Pro Wrestling League 2026 with a nerve-shredding 5–4 victory over Punjab Royals in the first semi-final at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Friday night. In a contest that swung violently across nine bouts, the table-toppers absorbed early blows before producing a decisive mid-match surge,…
As Indian women’s tennis continues its steady upward trajectory, the 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series is shaping up to be a crucial platform for the country’s leading players and emerging prospects alike. On Friday, organisers confirmed that India’s No. 2 women’s singles player, Vaidehee Chaudhari, has been awarded a wild card into the…
As the countdown begins for the 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series, one of Indian tennis’ most consistent performers over the last three seasons, Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, will once again get the opportunity to test herself on home soil. The 24-year-old, currently India’s No.3 in women’s singles, has been awarded a wild card into the…
The Squash On Fire Open in Washington DC delivered a compelling day of drama for Indian squash as Veer Chotrani and Anahat Singh booked their places in the quarterfinals with impressive wins, while Velavan Senthilkumar bowed out after pushing one of the world’s best to the limit. Across the glass courts of the PSA Bronze…
Indian women’s badminton enjoyed a memorable day at the Thailand Masters 2026 as Devika Sihag and Isharani Baruah delivered two high-quality performances to storm into the quarterfinals, knocking out higher-ranked and seeded opponents in the process. In a tournament that has already seen several Indian players test the best on the BWF World Tour, these…
Tharun Mannepalli delivered one of the most courageous and composed performances of his young career as he battled past Chinese Taipei’s Ting Yen-Chen to storm into the quarterfinals of the Thailand Masters 2026, a BWF Super 300 tournament in Bangkok. In a gruelling 78-minute contest that tested both physical endurance and mental strength, the Indian…
The Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League (REIHL) returned to the frozen rinks of Ladakh with an action-packed opening day as Season 3 got underway at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium in Leh on Wednesday. Five high-intensity matches, a colourful opening ceremony and a packed crowd of nearly 1,500 spectators combined to set the tone…
Delhi Dangal Warriors held their nerve in a dramatic final league encounter of the Pro Wrestling League 2026, defeating Punjab Royals 5–4 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Wednesday to book a place in the semi-finals. In a match that swung repeatedly between the two teams, Delhi produced their best collective performance of the season…
Indian men’s hockey has rarely faced a selection call as consequential as the one that emerged in January 2026, when Hockey India announced its 33-member core probable group for the FIH Pro League camp in Rourkela and left out Manpreet Singh. The omission of a two-time Olympic medallist, former captain and the most capped active…
Kerala Blasters FC are approaching the 2025–26 Indian Super League season not as a club chasing short-term stardom, but as one that has fundamentally rebuilt its sporting and organisational foundations. After a turbulent 2024–25 campaign that ended without a playoff berth and was followed by administrative and licensing challenges, the Kochi-based club has responded with…
Maharashtra’s top-ranked women’s singles player Vaishnavi Adkar will get a golden opportunity to test herself against elite international competition after being awarded a wild card into the main draw of the 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series, set to be held at the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) courts from February 2 to…
India’s contrasting fortunes at the Tata Steel Masters continued in Round 10, with Arjun Erigaisi suffering another damaging defeat while reigning world champion D. Gukesh produced a composed endgame performance to keep his campaign on track in Wijk aan Zee. Erigaisi, India’s highest-rated player, was outplayed by Germany’s Vincent Keymer in a game that underlined…
India will begin its international boxing season with a strong 33-member contingent at the Boxam International Tournament in La Nucía, Spain, starting February 2, with Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain set to headline the team. The event will serve as India’s first overseas assignment of 2026, a year that carries added significance with both…
