Indian football finds itself at a defining crossroads. From August 2024 to August 2025, the sport has endured a bruising cycle marked by senior team regression, flickers of youth promise, and a historic, if risky, pivot: appointing Khalid Jamil as head coach of the men’s national team. This year has forced the All India Football…
At just 17 years old, Siddhant Kumar from Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas is already carving out a name for himself in the competitive world of sprinting. Specialising in the 100m, 200m, and 400m events, Siddhant has steadily progressed to become a standout figure in Nevada high school track, with growing curiosity around…
When the National Sports Governance Bill 2025 was tabled in the Lok Sabha on July 23, it did more than introduce a set of new rules. It offered a long-overdue roadmap to modernize India’s fractured sporting ecosystem, bring clarity where confusion has long reigned, and place athletes back at the heart of decision-making. Beyond its…
Signalling a new chapter for Indian squash ahead of its Olympic debut at Los Angeles 2028, HCL, in partnership with the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI), has announced the HCL India Squash Tour 2025–26 an expanded, six-city PSA Challenger circuit with a record prize pool and broader opportunities for homegrown athletes to earn critical…
In a significant step forward for Indian sports, the Cycling Federation of India (CFI) and Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at elevating excellence in cycling and sports education. The MoU was formalised during a special ceremony at the Manav Rachna campus in…
As the Indian coastline gears up for its most prestigious surfing event yet, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, is set to welcome Asia’s elite surfers for the ASF Asian Surfing Championships 2025, scheduled from August 3–12, 2025. This isn’t just another contest on the international surfing calendar: it’s a defining moment for Indian surfing and a landmark…
The 2025 U17 World Wrestling Championships in Athens, Greece, became a milestone chapter for Indian Greco-Roman wrestling a style where India has often found global medals elusive. In an electrifying campaign, Hardeep Singh, competing in the 110kg category, stormed into the final with a series of impressive wins, etching his name in history as only…
Indian star decathlete Tejaswin Shankar delivered a milestone performance at the prestigious Wiesław Czapiewski Memorial in Bydgoszcz, Poland, setting a new National Record in the men’s decathlon with a stunning total of 7826 points. Competing at this World Athletics Combined Events Tour Gold level meet, Tejaswin finished fourth overall in a competitive international field, but…
A Landmark Moment for Indian Women Rugby In what is set to be a transformative milestone, the Indian Senior Women’s Rugby 7s Team is poised to make its debut in the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series 2025 Asia’s premier division of rugby sevens. This historic first appearance not only signals India’s arrival at the highest…
On a day when Indian athletics needed a spark, 24-year-old Seema delivered a performance that will echo for years. At the World University Games 2025, Seema stormed to a sensational silver medal in the women’s 5000m final, clocking 15:35.86 her second fastest time ever and a new season’s best. This remarkable feat not only earned…
Welcome to our extensive coverage of the World University Games 2025 as we take you through the eighth day of the competition. Here is a recap of yesterday. Link for 27 July Live Blog We have the Schedule for you on our X Profile Key Events for India at World University Games 2025 1:50pm |Athletics |…
It has been a week of high drama, big scalps, and historic runs as Indian paddlers left their imprint on the WTT Contender Lagos 2025 in Nigeria. From powerful performances in mixed doubles to standout singles victories, the tournament showcased the depth and rising consistency of India’s table tennis talent on the international stage. The…
On a bright afternoon at Chengdu, the Indian women’s compound archery team scripted history by clinching a bronze medal at the World University Games 2025. The trio of Parneet Kaur, Avneet Kaur, and Madhura displayed composure, precision, and determination to defeat Great Britain 232–224 in the bronze medal match marking India’s first medal in archery…
Welcome to our extensive coverage of the World University Games 2025 as we take you through the eighth day of the competition. Here is a recap of yesterday. We have the Schedule for you on our X Profile Key Events for Today for India at World University Games 2025 12:30pm | Archery | India vs…
India Gears Up to Host Its First Continental Tour Bronze: AFI Names 134 Athletes for Historic Bhubaneswar Meet In a landmark moment for Indian athletics, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has released the list of 134 domestic athletes nominated to compete at the upcoming World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze meet, set to be held…
India’s premier decathlete Tejaswin Shankar, the national record holder and fresh off a silver medal at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships, is set for another big test on the global stage. Shankar will compete at the prestigious 4th Wiesław Czapiewski Memorial, part of the World Athletics Combined Events Tour Gold series, to be held on…
In what can be described as a defining moment for Indian badminton, 17-year-old Unnati Hooda produced a sensational performance to defeat her senior compatriot and two-time Olympic medallist P.V. Sindhu in the second round of the China Open Super 1000. The teenager triumphed in a gripping three-game battle, winning 21-16, 19-21, 21-13, and marched into…
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…
