Welcome to our extensive coverage of the World University Games 2025 as we take you through the seven day of the competition. Here is a recap of yesterday. The Link for 25 July Update A Big Semifinal up today in Tennis can Vaishnavi Create History by becoming the first Indian to Play Final of Tennis in…
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) stands at a critical juncture. Following the departure of coach Manolo Marquez, the federation has shortlisted three candidates for the head coach role of the Indian men’s national football team: Khalid Jamil, Stephen Constantine, and Štefan Tarkovič. Each brings a distinct profile, philosophy, and set of experiences, reflecting the…
India’s top men’s doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, opened their China Open Super 1000 campaign in trademark style ruthless, clinical, and supremely confident. Facing Japan’s Kenya Mitsuhashi and Hiroki Okamura in the Round of 32, the world no. 3 Indian duo took just 31 minutes to seal a dominant 21-13, 21-9 victory and march…
In one of the most exciting moments for Indian badminton at the China Open Super 1000, 17-year-old Unnati Hooda scripted a memorable victory that captured both promise and poise beyond her years. Facing world no. 29 and experienced campaigner Kirsty Gilmour from Scotland in the Round of 32, Unnati showed remarkable maturity and fighting spirit to…
Welcome to our extensive coverage of the World University Games 2025 as we take you through the seven day of the competition. Here is a recap of yesterday. Looking for Live Blog for 24 July Here is the schedule for today. Below are the key events for today at World University Games 2025 Tennis| Vaishnavi/Atharva…
Vaishnavi Adkar Scripts History: Becomes Only the Second Indian to Win a Tennis Medal at the World University Games! Indian tennis celebrated a landmark moment on the courts of Rhine-Ruhr as 20-year-old Vaishnavi Adkar stormed into the women’s singles semifinals at the 2025 World University Games (WUG), securing India’s second-ever medal in tennis at the…
The China Open 2025 Super 1000 one of the most prestigious stops on the BWF World Tour continues in Nanjing, and Indian badminton fans have a packed day to look forward to on July 23. Four key Indian entries will step onto court, seeking to keep their campaigns alive against strong international opponents. Here’s a…
Eight years ago, Harmanpreet Kaur produced an innings that changed the trajectory of Indian women’s cricket an unbeaten 171* against Australia in the semi-final of the 2017 World Cup at Derby. It wasn’t just a knock; it became an emblem of belief, aggression, and fearless cricket. Now, eight years later, on English soil once again,…
In a sport known for lightning reflexes and thin margins, Indian badminton ace HS Prannoy scripted one of the most improbable, spine-tingling comebacks of recent memory. Trailing by a massive deficit, facing a red-hot opponent, and burdened by drift and pressure, Prannoy defied it all to prevail over Japan’s Koki Watanabe in the first round…
The stage is set in Changzhou as the China Open 2025 Super 1000 kicks off on July 22. A major highlight of the BWF calendar, this tournament holds special significance for Indian shuttlers hoping to revive their legacy at a venue that has seen Indian champions in the past but none since the start of…
The much-anticipated China Open 2025 Super 1000 kicks off tomorrow in Changzhou, running from 22nd to 26th July. A tournament steeped in history, it has often been the stage where Indian badminton’s finest have either scripted glory or battled heartbreak. As the Indian contingent gears up for this edition, there’s a sense of cautious optimism…
For the India A Men Hockey team, July 2025 will be remembered as a month that tested their depth, resolve, and readiness to challenge the best in Europe. Over 14 intense days, across the hockey heartlands of Eindhoven, Amstelveen, and Antwerpen, this young squad played eight matches against top European opponents. The result: three wins…
Hello and welcome to our coverage for the fifth day of FISU World University Games 2025. Looking for Day Six ( 22 July ) Coverage, click here Indian Team finally won the historic Badminton Medal at the World University Games yesterday. Here is the Schedule for the day & here is on our X Profile & if you missed…
Hello and welcome to our coverage for the fourth day of FISU World University Games 2025. If you are looking at 21 July Live Blog here is the link Three days have gone and India is yet to open the Medal Tally. Here is the Schedule for the day & here is on our X…
Hello and Welcome to our coverage of the Day 3 of the World University Games 2025. Looking for Day 4 Live Blog. Here is the link If you are looking for the blog of Day 2 then here is the link Also, here is the In depth schedule for today Medal Opportunities for today, this…
In what comes as a big blow to Indian athletics, Pooja Singh, the newly crowned Asian champion in women’s high jump, has been ruled out of the upcoming World University Games and the Interstate Championships. She suffered a Grade-2 ligament tear during a routine training session last month. The injury is expected to keep the…
It was a day to remember for Indian swimming at the FISU World University Games 2025 in Berlin, as Srihari Nataraj delivered a remarkable performance in the men’s 200m freestyle, rewriting the national record books and reminding everyone why he remains one of India’s most dependable names in the pool. The lanky swimmer from Bengaluru…
As the FISU World University Games 2025 roll into a crucial stage, 18 July promises to be a marathon of excitement for Indian fans, stretching from a midday splash in the pool to potential midnight finishes under floodlights. Across swimming lanes, fencing pistes, hard courts and taekwondo mats, India’s student-athletes are set to fight, sprint,…
Welcome to our extensive coverage & Live Update of day 2 at FISU World University Games 2025. And if you are looking for Day 3 coverage here is the link The event will feature 18 sports across 23 venues in six German cities, including Bochum, Duisburg, Essen, Mulheim an der Ruhr, Hagen, and Berlin. India…
After a notable hiatus, the WTA Chennai Open is set to return to the international tennis calendar from October 27 to November 2, 2025. Hosted at its familiar venue the SDAT Tennis Stadium in Nungambakkam, Chennai the tournament will once again stand as a WTA 250 International event, reaffirming Chennai’s growing reputation as a vibrant…
Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal has lit up the mats at the Polyák Imre & Varga János Memorial in Hungary, delivering one of the most dominant and memorable campaigns by an Indian grappler at an international Ranking Series event in recent years. Competing in the fiercely contested 65kg freestyle category, Sujeet stormed into the finals with…
Welcome to our extensive coverage of FISU World University Games 2025. Looking for 21 July updates, follow here The event will feature 18 sports across 23 venues in six German cities, including Bochum, Duisburg, Essen, Mulheim an der Ruhr, Hagen, and Berlin. Here is the Broad Schedule for the day 1 Here is the Squad…
India’s Marathon Opening Day at the FISU World University Games 2025: Full Schedule and What to Watch The much-awaited action begins for Indian athletes on 17th July at the World University Games 2025, taking place in Germany’s Rhine-Ruhr region. Across swimming, taekwondo, fencing, basketball, badminton, and table tennis, India has a packed first day, starting…
As the countdown begins for the FISU World University Games 2025 in Rhine-Ruhr, Germany, excitement builds around the Indian women’s volleyball team, who are preparing to step onto the global university stage once again. Scheduled from 16 to 24 July, the tournament will test India’s young student-athletes against some of the sport’s powerhouses. With the…
In preparation for the prestigious FISU World University Games 2025, to be held in Rhine-Ruhr, Germany, from July 16 to 27, India has named its men’s and women’s basketball squads following an intensive training camp in Kochi. The selections come after a focused 15-day camp organized by Mahatma Gandhi University, which utilized the world-class facilities…
Indian Athletes Gear Up for European Tests: Spotlight on Spitzen Leichtathletik Luzern and PUMA Fast Arms Fast Legs With the European athletics circuit in full swing, several Indian athletes are set to test themselves against strong international fields this week. The action begins on July 16 at the prestigious Spitzen Leichtathletik Luzern 2025 meet in…
India Stun China to Top Group: March into Classification Stage at Asian U16 Volleyball Championship The Indian U16 boys’ volleyball team continued their sensational run at the 2025 Asian U16 Volleyball Championship, sweeping past China 🇨🇳 in straight sets 25-18, 26-24, 25-15 to complete a perfect group stage campaign without dropping a single set. This…
In a significant test ahead of the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup Finals, the Indian men basketball team played two friendly matches against Qatar in Doha. The two games offered a mixed bag of results but also valuable lessons for the team as it gears up for tougher challenges later this year, including the FIBA World…
Neeru Dhanda Shines with Fourth Place Finish as Indian Shooters Show Promise at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Lonato On the penultimate day of the ISSF World Cup Shotgun stage in Lonato, Italy, India’s Neeru Dhanda delivered a career-defining performance, finishing fourth in the women’s trap final at what was her very first ISSF World…
Indian athletes had a busy and promising weekend across Europe, with several athletes delivering notable performances at World Athletics Continental Tour meets in Belgium, Finland, Italy, and the United States. From Gulveer Singh’s historic run in California to solid showings in Finland and fresh starts in Italy, the week showcased the breadth of talent and…
Off to a Winning Start: India Women Begin FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Division B Campaign with a Confident Victory over Kazakhstan The Indian women’s basketball team launched its FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025 Division B journey in style, registering a commanding 85–68 win over Kazakhstan in Shenzhen, China, on Saturday. The 17-point triumph wasn’t just…
In a significant milestone for Indian women’s football, 21-year-old midfielder Aveka Singh has signed for Næstved HG, a club playing in the Kvinde 1. Division, the second tier of Danish women’s football. Hailing from Delhi, Aveka’s story is a testament to talent, perseverance, and the quiet determination that drives many young athletes beyond borders. A…
India’s campaign at the Archery World Cup Stage 4, held from July 8 to 13, 2025, in Madrid, brought both celebration and reflection. Competing against 336 archers from 49 countries at the final World Cup stage before the season-ending World Cup Final in Nanjing, the Indian contingent showcased particular strength in compound archery, securing three…
Historic Start! Indian Boys Mark Their Debut with Victory at the 2nd Asian Boys’ U16 Volleyball Championship It was a day to remember for Indian volleyball as the nation’s U16 boys’ team scripted history by winning their first-ever match at the U16 Continental Championship. Facing hosts Thailand in their Pool A opener at the AVC…
Sumit Nagal Powers Into ATP Trieste Challenger Semi-finals | A Much-needed Revival for India’s Top Singles Hope Indian tennis ace Sumit Nagal has scripted a remarkable turnaround at the ATP 100 Challenger in Trieste, Italy, reaching his first semi-final in over a year and delivering a timely reminder of his fighting spirit and undeniable talent….
Indian Tennis Round-up: Karan Singh and D Suresh into Semis, Digvijay Bows Out, A Strong Week on the ITF Circuit Indian tennis enjoyed an encouraging week across three ITF tournaments on three different continents, with two players advancing to the semifinals and another narrowly missing out after a hard-fought battle. From Tunisia to the United…
Trailblazer in Monaco: Animesh Kujur becomes first Indian sprinter to compete at Diamond League, finishes fourth in U23 200m India’s sprinting landscape marked a historic moment on Friday evening as Animesh Kujur became the first Indian sprinter to step onto the track at a Diamond League event. Competing in the U23 200m race at the…
In a significant move aimed at strengthening the Indian Women Football Team ahead of next year’s AFC Women Asian Cup in Australia, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced a comprehensive roadmap on Friday, July 11, 2025. The plan was finalized during a key meeting chaired by AIFF President Shri Kalyan Chaubey, and attended by…
The 2025 Asian Youth & Junior Weightlifting Championships, hosted in Astana, Kazakhstan from July 4–10, turned into a statement of intent for Indian weightlifting. India’s next generation of weightlifters delivered a powerful statement at the Asian Youth & Junior Weightlifting Championships 2025 in Astana, Kazakhstan, securing eight medals across different categories. The event was not…
In a stirring display of resilience and talent, India’s Suraj Vashisht etched his name in the annals of Indian wrestling by winning the gold medal in the Greco-Roman 60kg category at the U20 Asian Wrestling Championships. The former U17 World Champion overcame Kyrgyzstan’s Erbol Tilekmetovic in a closely fought final, prevailing 3-3 on criteria to…
Indian tennis star Sumit Nagal produced one of his most clinical performances of the season to reach the quarterfinals of the ATP 100 Internazionali di Tennis Città di Trieste Challenger. In a match that lasted just over an hour, Nagal dismantled former World No.16 Marco Cecchinato 6-2, 6-4, underlining his growing confidence on the clay…
The Indian Women Basketball Team is all set for one of its most crucial international assignments in recent years as it prepares to battle for promotion at the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025 Division B, to be held in Shenzhen, China, from July 13 to 20, 2025. For a team with a proud but fluctuating…
Sumit Nagal Stuns Top Seed Tseng at Trieste Challenger, Sets Up Clash with Cecchinato Indian tennis got a fresh injection of hope and grit this week as Sumit Nagal scripted a dramatic comeback to knock out top seed Chun-Hsin Tseng in the first round of the ATP Challenger 100 event in Trieste, Italy. For Nagal,…
The countdown has begun for the FIH Junior Women Hockey World Cup 2025 the biggest festival of next-generation women’s hockey stars which will take place in Santiago, Chile, from December 1 to 13, 2025. For India’s rising stars, it will be another chance to test themselves against some of the world’s best young talent and…
India’s skeet shooters returned empty-handed from the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Lonato, Italy, as none of the country’s representatives could make the finals in either the men’s or women’s skeet events. After three days of intense qualifying rounds that tested skill, rhythm and mental fortitude, the Indian contingent fell short of the mark needed…
The Indian women compound archery team continues its dream run on the world stage as the trio of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep, and Parneet Kaur booked their place in the final of the Archery World Cup Stage 4 in Madrid. With a gritty 230-226 win over Indonesia in the semi-finals, the Indian team has…
WORLD RECORD BLITZ: Rishabh Yadav & Jyothi Surekha Vennam Smash Compound Mixed Team Record in Madrid India’s dominance in compound archery reached new heights at the Archery World Cup Stage 4 in Madrid, as Rishabh Yadav and the ever-reliable Jyothi Surekha Vennam shattered the world record in the compound mixed team qualification round. The Indian…
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has finally responded with encouraging news: the India U20 Women Football National Team will travel to Tashkent, Uzbekistan for two crucial international friendlies on July 13 and 16, ahead of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers. These matches mark a much-needed return to competitive action for the…
Sahaja Yamalapalli Storms Into Round of 16 at Newport Open With Commanding Victory Over Katherine Sebov Indian tennis star Sahaja Yamalapalli continued her rise on the professional circuit with a statement-making victory in the opening round of the WTA 125 Newport Open. Ranked World No. 334, the 23-year-old from Hyderabad dismantled Canada’s Katherine Sebov, ranked…
Indian Stars Shine Bright as US Hosts Its First-Ever Table Tennis US Grand Smash The world of table tennis has officially arrived in the United States in grand fashion, with the inaugural US Grand Smash kicking off in Los Angeles. As one of the four premier events on the ITTF calendar, the Grand Smash is…
