ATP & WTA Tennis Rankings Update – 26 May 2025 India’s tennis contingent witnessed a week of significant movement in the ATP and WTA rankings, with several youngsters making waves and a few seasoned campaigners holding their ground. Here’s a detailed look at the biggest movers and key takeaways from the 26 May 2025 rankings…
The Singapore Open Super 750 kicks off with a packed lineup on Tuesday, May 28, Several Indian shuttlers step onto court in the Round of 32. From rising stars to seasoned campaigners, India will have representation across all five disciplines — singles, doubles, and mixed doubles — looking to make a deep run in this…
As the Asian athletics season heats up ahead of the major continental meets later this year, the Asian 400m rankings offer a revealing picture of the region’s current sprinting landscape. By May 24 (for women) and May 26 (for men), a close look at the top 400m performers shows India emerging as a growing force…
The Indian junior women’s hockey team continued their winning momentum in the Four Nations Tournament with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Uruguay in their second match on Monday. Spearheading the charge was forward Kanika Siwach, whose clinical brace in the second half turned the tide in India’s favour after a closely contested opening three quarters….
Annu Eyes Podium, Tejaswin Begins Decathlon, and India Looks to Set the Tone at Asian Athletics Championships 2025 day 1. The 2025 Asian Athletics Championships kick off on May 27 in Gumi, South Korea, and Day 1 promises to be a crucial one for India. With multiple events featuring medal hopefuls, returning champions, and young…
The Indian Women’s Softball team will return to continental action this July as they take the field at the Women’s Softball Asia Cup 2025, hosted in Xi’an, China. The stakes are high: not only is this Asia’s premier women’s softball tournament, but it also serves as the qualifier for the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup,…
As the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships kick off on Tuesday in Gumi, South Korea, all eyes will be on Team India as they gear up to defend their continental dominance. With a history of strong performances at the Asian level, India enters this edition with four reigning champions returning to defend their titles — a…
The Indian junior women’s hockey team began their Four Nations Tournament campaign in Rosario, Argentina, with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Chile on May 25. In a contest that tested the mettle and resolve of the young Indian side, it was a strong second-half performance that turned the tide in their favour. The match didn’t…
One of tennis’ biggest stages, Roland-Garros, is back—and for fans in India, the way to watch it just got an upgrade. Starting Sunday, May 25, FanCode will stream every match from every court of the 2025 French Open, offering Indian audiences a front-row seat to the entire Grand Slam—live, digital, and on-demand. The move comes…
In a significant update for India’s junior athletics circuit, the 23rd National Junior Federation Cup (U20) Athletics Championships — initially scheduled for 27–29 May 2025 in Indore — has been postponed to 22–24 June 2025. The event will now take place at the Madan Mohan Malviya Sports Stadium in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The Athletics Federation…
After more than 600 days, Indian volleyball fans finally have something to cheer for — a full-strength national squad announced for the CAVA Men’s Nations League 2025, scheduled to take place from May 29 to June 4 in Uzbekistan. At the center of this announcement is a long-awaited inclusion: Jerome Vinith, one of India’s most…
India’s junior shooters have come out all guns blazing at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 in Suhl, Germany, with a string of standout performances that signal both depth and promise for the country’s shooting future. With eight medals — 2 gold, 3 silver, and 3 bronze — India currently leads the medal tally, and…
In a bold move that could reshape the trajectory of Indian sport, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has announced a sweeping overhaul of its funding and governance model for National Sports Federations (NSFs). At the heart of the announcement lies a 75% increase in funding for high-priority sports — a substantial boost, but…
1,253 days, as Srikanth Kidambi Enters Final That’s how long it’s been since Kidambi Srikanth last featured in a BWF World Tour final. Today, the 32-year-old rolled back the years with a gritty win over Japan’s Yushi Tanaka to storm into the final of the Malaysia Masters 2025, marking not just a personal milestone but…
When the Sports Ministry unveiled its landmark funding overhaul this week — a 75% increase in allocations, a long-overdue push for professional governance, and an athlete-first model — it felt like a transformative moment for Indian sport, but not for Indian Football. But for those of us who’ve walked muddy touchlines, covered I-League fixtures in…
Indian badminton veteran Kidambi Srikanth scripted a stunning chapter in his storied career, storming into the final of the Malaysia Masters 2025 with a hard-fought 21-18, 24-22 win over Japan’s Yushi Tanaka in the semifinal on Saturday. In doing so, the 32-year-old not only sealed his first BWF World Tour final since 2019, but also…
Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic and World Champion, once again displayed nerves of steel and elite-level consistency as he finished second at the 71st ORLEN Janusz Kusociński Memorial in Chorzów, Poland, with a clutch final throw of 84.14m. The performance extends his remarkable streak of 22 consecutive podium finishes — a run that began almost…
In a stunning display of resilience and precision, Adriyan Karmakar secured a bronze medal in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 in Suhl, Germany, marking his second podium finish of the tournament. The 19-year-old Indian shooter, son of Olympian Joydeep Karmakar, delivered a sensational performance in challenging conditions,…
India’s presence in the global tennis circuit continues to grow stronger, and the M15 Tashkent in Uzbekistan has become the latest showcase of that promise. Two young Indian talents—Krrish Tyagi and Karan Singh—are now set for a thrilling semifinal clash, each riding a wave of confidence and form in their own right. Tyagi Edges Local…
In what can only be described as a remarkable resurgence, Srikanth Kidambi, the former World No. 1, has blazed his way into the semifinals of the Perodua Malaysia Masters 2025, a BWF Super 500 event in Kuala Lumpur. Ranked 65th in the world coming into the tournament, Srikanth has defied expectations, storming from the qualification…
The 26th Asian Athletics Championships are set to take place from May 27 to 31, 2025, in Gumi, South Korea. Indian athletes will compete across various track and field events. Below is the schedule for Indian athletes, converted to Indian Standard Time (IST). Day 1: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Morning Session (IST: 5:30 AM –…
India’s top-ranked kapila-crasto mixed doubles pair, Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto (World No. 18), saw their Malaysia Masters 2025 Super 500 campaign come to an end on Friday after a straight-games loss to top-seeded Chinese pair Jiang Zhen Bang and Wei Ya Xin (World No. 1) in the quarterfinals. The Indian duo went down 22-24,…
Olympian Raiza Dhillon composed effort delivers India’s first shotgun medal of the competition in challenging weather Raiza Dhillon, a Tokyo Olympian and national skeet record holder, clinched a commendable silver medal in the women’s skeet event at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany, on Thursday, marking her first individual ISSF World Cup medal…
As the sun sets on May 23 in Chorzów, Poland, the javelin runway at the 71st ORLEN Janusz Kusociński Memorial will light up with some of the world’s best throwers – and leading them all will be India’s Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra. The World Athletics Continental Tour Silver meet promises a blockbuster men’s…
Hockey India has officially named a 24-member men’s team for the European leg of the FIH Pro League 2024/25, set to take place in Amstelveen, Netherlands and Antwerp, Belgium from June 7 to 22. The team will be led by ace drag-flicker and defender Harmanpreet Singh, with dynamic midfielder Hardik Singh named as the vice-captain….
In what can only be described as a vintage Srikanth Kidambi performance, the former World No. 1 dug deep to pull off a sensational comeback and book his place in the quarterfinals of the Malaysia Masters 2025 Super 500 event. Facing Ireland’s Nhat Nguyen in the Round of 16, Srikanth fought back from significant deficits…
India’s top-ranked men’s singles player Sumit Nagal saw his 2025 French Open campaign come to a disappointing end on Wednesday, bowing out in the second round of the qualifiers after a 2-6, 4-6 loss to Austria’s Jurij Rodionov at Roland Garros. It’s a result that will sting—not just for the missed opportunity in Paris, but…
By the time the dust had settled inside the shooting range in Suhl, Germany, India had its first gold medal of the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025—and it came from a name the shooting fraternity has kept an eye on for a while now. Kanak, a silver medallist at the 2023 Junior World Championships, rose…
India’s top-ranked women’s paddler, Manika Batra, faced a disappointing early exit at the 2025 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships in Doha, bowing out in the Round of 64. Seeded 22nd, Batra was handed a straight-games defeat by 17-year-old South Korean prodigy Park Gahyeon, who stunned the Indian star with a 4-0 (11-8, 11-7, 11-5, 11-8)…
Youngster Ayush Shetty delivered another impressive performance to defeat World No. 30 Brian Yang in three games, while veteran PV Sindhu once again crashed out in the opening round, continuing her struggle on the BWF World Tour. In the opening round of men’s singles, Ayush Shetty overcame a slow start to script a commanding comeback…
In what is arguably the biggest win of his career so far, India’s Sathish Kumar Karunakaran pulled off a sensational upset at the Malaysia Masters 2025 by defeating third seed and World No. 7 Chou Tien Chen in straight games. The 21-13, 21-14 victory not only sent shockwaves through the Super 500 tournament but also…
India’s top men’s singles shuttler, HS Prannoy, produced a vintage performance at the Malaysia Masters 2025 to overcome fifth seed Kenta Nishimoto in a gripping opening round clash. In a match that tested every ounce of his experience and resilience, Prannoy came from behind to win 19-21, 21-17, 21-16 and move into the Round of…
Mixed Fortunes for India at the 2025 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships The 2025 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships brought a mix of disappointment and promise for Indian fans, as top paddlers Manika Batra, Diya Chitale, and Manav Thakkar bowed out of the singles draw, while Yashaswini Ghorpade and Diya Chitale kept hopes alive in…
India’s top-ranked men’s singles player, Sumit Nagal, kicked off his French Open 2025 qualifying campaign in emphatic fashion, crushing American Mitchell Krueger 6-1, 6-1 in the first round. The result not only marks a confident start for the 26-year-old from Jhajjar but also signals his strong intent to secure a coveted spot in the main…
The Malaysia Masters 2025 has reached the Round of 32 stage, and Indian badminton fans are in for a packed day of action as 16 Indian shuttlers and pairs take the court across all five disciplines. From veterans like PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth to rising stars like Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda, it’s a…
Veteran Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth gave fans something to cheer about at the Malaysia Masters 2025, as he secured a comfortable win in the men’s singles qualifiers to book his spot in the main draw. Srikanth defeated Chinese Taipei’s Chi Yu Jen Kuo in straight games—21-8, 21-13—to seal his berth. The 31-year-old, once ranked World…
Satwik-Chirag Drop Out of Top 20 for the First Time in Nearly Six Years—But All Eyes Are on Their Comeback In a significant shift in the world of badminton, India’s top men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty—popularly known as SatChi—have dropped out of the Top 20 in the BWF World Rankings for the…
In a bid to correct a longstanding flaw in its developmental pipeline, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) is undertaking a strategic overhaul of the India U23 Men’s National Team setup. With a focus on long-term player growth, consistent international exposure, and better results in key competitions, the AIFF has shortlisted 29 players for a…
As the prestigious Malaysia Masters Super 500 tournament kicks off at Kuala Lumpur’s Axiata Arena, a contingent of Indian badminton players is poised to make a significant impact. With a prize pool of $475,000, this event offers a crucial platform for both seasoned athletes seeking a resurgence and emerging talents aiming to establish themselves on…
In a breakthrough moment for Indian tennis, 17-year-old Manas Dhamne delivered a performance beyond his years to qualify for the main draw of the ATP Challenger in Skopje, North Macedonia. The teenager defeated World No. 488 Martin Krumich of the Czech Republic in straight sets, 6-3, 7-5, in the final round of qualifying, capping off…
The ITTF World Table Tennis Championships 2025 have kicked off with high stakes, fierce rallies, and a determined Indian squad looking to make a strong mark on the global stage. Manika Batra Wins round 1 Held in an electric atmosphere, the early rounds of the championship have already delivered a mix of joy, heartbreak, and…
In a week of grit, composure, and commanding shot-making, India’s Karan Singh announced his arrival on the ITF circuit with authority, claiming his maiden professional singles title at the M15 Tehran tournament. The 21-year-old from India, seeded first in the draw and ranked World No. 518, lived up to his top billing by defeating Russia’s…
Seventeen-year-old Indian tennis prospect Manas Dhamne pulled off arguably the biggest win of his young career, defeating former World No. 93 Andrej Martin in straight sets, 7-6(6), 6-0, in the opening round of the ATP Skopje Challenger qualifying draw. The performance not only marks a career-best win in terms of opponent ranking (Martin is currently…
Post-Olympic slump continues for Sreeja Akula as Indian TT faces transition phase Ten months after the Paris Olympics, Indian table tennis seems to be entering a phase of rebalancing. While Sreeja Akula has climbed back to become the India No.1 at World Rank 34, her recent run of form paints a grim picture. A 7-17…
All-Indian Semifinal Sweep Caps Off Dominant Week for Indian Badminton as Isharani Baruah Wins St Denis Reunion Open India’s rising star Isharani Baruah etched her name into the winner’s column with a brilliant title-winning performance at the St Denis Reunion Open 2025, securing the Women’s Singles crown in an all-Indian final against compatriot Shriyanshi Valishetty….
The ITTF World Championship Table Tennis Finals 2025 have kicked off in Doha, Qatar, and Indian paddlers are set for a high-stakes day packed with eight key Round of 64 matches. Representing India across singles, doubles, and mixed doubles events, the nation’s top table tennis players will begin their campaign with sights set on deep…
India’s fourth highest ranked singles player in the draw, Karan Singh, continued his impressive run at the M15 Tehran ITF Men’s World Tennis Tour event, booking his place in the final with a composed 6-4, 6-4 victory over Italy’s Matteo Covato in the semifinals. Ranked ATP 518 and seeded No. 1 in the tournament, the…
In a landmark development for Indian athletics, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has confirmed that India will host its first-ever World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze Level meet Indian Open on August 10, 2025, at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. This announcement was made as part of the national competition calendar for 2025 and marks India’s…
The ITTF World Table Tennis Championships 2025 got off to a mixed start for the Indian contingent in Doha, Qatar. While India’s top-ranked women’s singles player Sreeja Akula suffered an unexpected early exit, the rest of the squad delivered promising performances across singles and doubles events to move into the Round of 64. Sreeja Akula…
The second leg of the Indian Grand Prix (IGP-2) in Trivandrum delivered another thrilling day of athletics, and once again, Animesh Kujur stole the show with a stunning double in the men’s sprints. The 22-year-old speedster continued his red-hot form, clinching gold in both the 100m and 200m events, cementing his position as one of…
