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UP Dominators

UP Dominators Make Dominant Comeback with 7–2 Win Over Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals

UP Dominators delivered a commanding response in the Pro Wrestling League 2026, registering an emphatic 7–2 victory over Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals in Match 4 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Saturday evening. The win marked a strong comeback performance, built on tactical discipline, depth across weight categories, and standout individual displays. Two-time U20 World…

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Himalayan Pond Hockey Championship

Royal Enfield Social Mission Backs Inaugural Himalayan Pond Hockey Championship in Leh, Broadening Grassroots Access to Ice Hockey

In a significant step toward strengthening grassroots ice hockey in the Indian Himalayas, Royal Enfield Social Mission supported the inaugural Himalayan Pond Hockey Championship, held at the frozen Gupuks Pond near Leh from January 9 to 16, 2026. Organised in partnership with Thin Ice Adventure, the initiative adopted a community-first approach aimed at expanding access…

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Sriram Balaji

Sriram Balaji Lifts Nonthaburi 2 Challenger Title as Indian Doubles Shine in Bangkok

Indian men’s doubles tennis enjoyed a strong week on the ATP Challenger Tour as Sriram Balaji clinched the doubles title at the Nonthaburi 2 Challenger, while fellow Indian Anirudh Chandrasekar also featured prominently, underlining the growing depth in India’s doubles contingent. At the Nonthaburi 2 ATP Challenger, the top-seeded pair of Balaji and Austria’s Neil…

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Aryan Shah

Early Exits for Indian Pair as Aryan Shah and Dhakshineswar Suresh Fall in First Round at ITF M25 Winston-Salem

The Indian challenge at the ITF M25 Winston-Salem, USA, got off to a disappointing start as Aryan Shah and Dhakshineswar Suresh both suffered first-round exits in the men’s singles draw on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Entering the tournament with contrasting expectations, neither player was able to find rhythm or momentum against their respective opponents, underlining…

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Neeraj Chopra

Sports Ministry Sanctions ₹11.80 Lakh for Neeraj Chopra’s Elite Training as Focus Shifts to Asian and Commonwealth Games

The Indian government’s continued commitment to elite sport was underlined this week as the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports approved ₹11.80 lakh for Neeraj Chopra’s overseas training program, reinforcing a highly individualized approach to preparing India’s biggest Olympic star for a demanding 2026 season. The funding, cleared through the Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) under…

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Indian Tennis

Indian tennis Doubles Shine at Nonthaburi as Ankita Raina and Men’s Pairs March into Semifinals

Indian tennis enjoyed a strong day at the ITF and ATP events in Nonthaburi, Thailand, with multiple doubles teams progressing to the semifinals across both the women’s and men’s draws. While singles campaigns have often drawn the spotlight, the latest results once again underlined India’s growing depth and consistency in doubles, particularly at the Challenger…

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Alisha Subudhi

Alisha Subudhi’s Historic Bronze Signals New Dawn for Indian Karate Ahead of Asian Games

A single medal does not redefine a sport overnight, but Alisha Subudhi’s bronze at the World Karate Federation (WKF) Series A in Tbilisi may well mark a turning point for Indian karate. For a discipline long pushed to the fringes of India’s sporting ecosystem, the 23-year-old’s podium finish has ignited belief that sustained institutional backing…

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Shooting

‘This Is a New Face of Shooting in India’: Jitu Rai Backs Shooting League of India to Transform the Sport

Indian shooting legend Jitu Rai believes the upcoming Shooting League of India (SLI) could mark a turning point for the sport in the country, bridging the gap between elite performance and public engagement while creating a clear pathway from grassroots talent to the international stage. Speaking on the sidelines of the launch of UP Prometheans,…

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Chema Núñez

Chema Núñez’s Exit from NorthEast United: When Sporting Vision Met Economic Reality in the ISL

The mutual termination of José Manuel ‘Chema’ Núñez Martín, Chema Núñez’s contract with Northeast United FC on January 15, 2026 marked more than the departure of a foreign midfielder. It became a telling reflection of the shifting economic and structural realities of the Indian Super League (ISL) during the 2025–26 season, where ambition was forced…

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Sports Fan

India’s Sports Fan Economy: How Engagement, Identity, and Data Are Redefining the Market

The Indian sports fan has evolved from a passive viewer into an active participant in a rapidly expanding ecosystem that blends culture, commerce, technology, and identity. What was once a cricket-dominated, television-led consumption pattern has transformed into a multi-sport, digital-first, data-driven economy, positioning the sports industry as one of India’s most promising growth sectors. Valued…

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Asian Games

Badminton Enters the Shot-Clock Era: Inside the BWF’s 25-Second Time Clock Trial at the 2026 Indonesia Masters

Badminton is on the brink of one of its most significant regulatory shifts in decades. With the Badminton World Federation (BWF) expanding the trial of the 25-second time clock system at the 2026 Indonesia Masters, the sport is moving decisively away from subjective officiating toward objective, time-based standardization. What may appear, at first glance, to…

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Ranchi Royals

Tom Boon’s Five-Goal Blitz Fires Ranchi Royals to Commanding 6–2 Win Over SG Pipers

Ranchi Royals produced one of their most authoritative performances of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 season, dismantling SG Pipers 6–2 in Ranchi on Tuesday night, with captain Tom Boon delivering a sensational five-goal masterclass. The emphatic victory not only thrilled the home supporters but also propelled the Royals up to fourth place in…

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Guwahati

Guwahati Poised to Become High-Performance Sports Hub Under Olympic-Focused Assam–IIS Partnership

Guwahati is set to take a significant step toward establishing itself as a high-performance sporting center, following the announcement of a new High-Performance Satellite Sports Centre by the Directorate of Sports & Youth Welfare (DSYW), Government of Assam, in partnership with the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS). The initiative marks a decisive move to build…

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Indian Athletics

Indian Athletics Men’s Triple Jump: A Season of High Marks, Narrow Gaps, and Critical Decisions Ahead of 2026

The 2025 season reaffirmed Indian Athletics status as the dominant force in Asian men’s triple jump, but it also exposed structural vulnerabilities that will shape the country’s medal prospects at the 2026 Asian Games and Commonwealth Games. With Praveen Chithravel and Abdulla Aboobacker once again establishing themselves above the 17-meter benchmark, India remains well positioned…

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WPL 2026

UP Warriorz Use WPL Platform to Champion Girls’ Education Through Purpose-Led Initiative

As the Women’s Premier League, WPL continues to redefine the landscape of women’s sport in India, franchises are increasingly recognizing their power beyond performance and results. On January 17, UP Warriorz will take that responsibility forward by dedicating their WPL fixture against Mumbai Indians to advocating free, flexible, and lifelong education for girls, in partnership…

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WPL 2026

Mandhana and Harris Rewrite RCB’s Batting Blueprint in WPL 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Women’s Premier League, WPL 2026 campaign has begun with a statement that goes beyond points on the table. The 137-run opening partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Grace Harris against UP Warriorz was not just a record stand; it was a clear indication of a franchise that has evolved tactically, emotionally, and structurally…

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Indian Sports

Jugraj Singh’s Hat-Trick Powers Shrachi Bengal Tigers to Crucial 5–3 Win Over Tamil Nadu Dragons

Defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers produced a timely statement of intent in the Hero Hockey India League 2026 (Men), registering a pulsating 5–3 victory over Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Tuesday. Led by a captain’s performance from Jugraj Singh, who struck his first hat-trick…

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Prime Volleyball League

Prime Volleyball League Season 4 Sets New Viewership Benchmark for Emerging Sports Leagues in India

The Prime Volleyball League (PVL) has taken a significant leap forward in India’s sporting ecosystem, with Season 4 recording a staggering 239 million views across live television and digital platforms. Held in Hyderabad earlier this year, the fourth season of the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia marked a defining moment not just…

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Aman Sehrawat

Aman Sehrawat Brings Olympic Fire to Mumbai Ahead of Tiigers of Mumbai Dangal’s Pro Wrestling League Debut

Mumbai witnessed a meaningful intersection of legacy and elite ambition on January 12 as Olympic bronze medalist Aman Sehrawat completed a one-day youth and akhada connect tour across the city. The tour, rooted in community engagement rather than spectacle, set the tone for the upcoming Pro Wrestling League (PWL) season, which begins on January 16,…

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BWF World Junior Championships

India Open 2026: Tanvi Sharma and Tharun Mannepalli promoted to main draw after late withdrawals

The Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2026 has witnessed significant late changes to its main draw, with Indian shuttlers Tanvi Sharma, Tharun Mannepalli and the women’s doubles pair of Ashwini Bhat K and Shikha Gautam earning promotion following the withdrawal of several top international players on the eve of the Super 750 tournament. Among the most notable…

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Shooting League of India

UP Prometheans Join Shooting League of India, Spotlighting Uttar Pradesh’s Growing Shooting Ecosystem

The Shooting League of India (SLI) took another decisive step in its expansion with the formal induction of UP Prometheans as its newest franchise, unveiled through an immersive launch at the Prometheus School Shooting Range in Noida. The occasion was designed not as a conventional announcement but as a live demonstration of intent placing the…

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Sujeet Kalkal

Pro Wrestling League 2026 Schedule Announced; UP Dominators to Face Punjab Royals in Season Opener

The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) is set for a high-profile return with the official announcement of its Season 5 schedule, marking the league’s comeback after a comprehensive restructuring. The fifth edition of PWL will run from January 15 to February 1, 2026, at the Noida Indoor Stadium, bringing elite Indian and international wrestling talent back…

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Ahmedabad Conclave

India’s Sporting Reset: Why the Ahmedabad Conclave Signals a New Era of Accountability and Ambition

The Sports Ahmedabad Conclave, held in Ahmedabad on January 9, 2026, may well be remembered as a turning point in India’s sporting administration. Attended by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, and Sports Secretary Hari Ranjan Rao, the conclave was not about ceremonial speeches or broad promises. Instead, it delivered…

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Ranchi Royals

Ranchi Royals register first win of Men’s Hero HIL 2025–26 season with stunning 4–1 comeback against Shrachi Bengal Tigers

Ranchi Royals produced one of the most dramatic turnarounds of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 season, scoring four goals in a blistering final quarter to overpower defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers 4–1 and claim their first three points of the campaign. What looked like a frustrating evening for the home side for…

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WTT Feeder Vadodara 2026

Indian Paddlers Shine at WTT Feeder Vadodara 2026 with Titles and Podium Finishes

The WTT Feeder Vadodara 2026 turned into a rewarding outing for Indian table tennis, with home players featuring prominently across the doubles events. From gold-medal finishes to hard-fought runner-up results, the tournament underlined both the depth and versatility emerging in the Indian contingent, particularly in doubles and mixed doubles. The standout performance of the week…

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Women’s Hero Hockey India League

SG Pipers edge Shrachi Bengal Tigers in shoot-out to clinch Women’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 title

SG Pipers held their nerve under pressure to defeat Shrachi Bengal Tigers 1-1 (3-2 in shoot-out) in a gripping final and lift the Women’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 title at a packed stadium in Ranchi on Saturday. In a contest defined by fine margins, defensive discipline, and goalkeeping excellence, the Pipers prevailed in the…

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Olympic

IOA AGM 2026: Funding Boosts, Governance Reform and the Long Road to India’s 2036 Olympic Ambition

The Indian Olympic Association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), held in Ahmedabad on January 9, 2026, marked a significant moment in the restructuring of Indian sport. Conducted after a gap of nearly three years, the meeting was less about routine approvals and more about resetting priorities financial, administrative, and athlete-centric priorities as India charts a long-term…

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Delhi Capitals

“There are lots of good things to come out of that,” says Jonathan Batty after Delhi Capitals’ WPL 2026 opener against Mumbai Indians

Delhi Capitals may have begun their Women’s Premier League 2026 campaign with a 50-run defeat against Mumbai Indians, but head coach Jonathan Batty was quick to underline the positives from the opening-night encounter at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy. Despite the margin of the loss, Batty believes the performance offered encouraging signs in execution,…

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Gulveer

Gulveer Singh finished 40th at World Cross Country Championships; mixed relay team finishes 12th

India’s distance runners gained valuable exposure at the World Cross Country Championships as Gulveer Singh led the men’s challenge with a 40th-place finish, while the Indian mixed relay quartet secured a respectable 12th place in a fiercely contested field. Though the results may not headline the podium, they offered important context on where Indian endurance…

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Basketball

Anantharaj’s Third-Quarter Explosion Powers Tamil Nadu into Senior National Basketball Championship Semifinals

A blistering three-minute stretch from A. Anantharaj turned a tense contest on its head as Tamil Nadu stormed into the semifinals of the 75th Senior National Basketball Championship with an emphatic 87–57 win over Kerala at the Nehru Indoor Stadium on Friday. What had been an evenly poised quarterfinal was transformed into a one-sided affair…

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Senior National Boxing Championships 2026

Senior National Boxing Championships 2026: Established Stars Shine as New Champions Emerge at Historic Dual Nationals

The Elite Men and Women’s Senior National Boxing Championships 2026 concluded on Saturday at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, marking a landmark moment for Indian boxing. For the first time, the men’s and women’s national championships were conducted simultaneously at the same venue, bringing together over 600 boxers from across the country competing in 10…

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WTT Feeder Vadodara 2026

WTT Feeder Vadodara 2026: Hansini Mathan, Sanil Shetty Spark Upsets as Indians Shine in Vadodara

The opening rounds of the WTT Feeder Vadodara 2026 in Vadodara delivered a series of eye-catching results as young Indian paddlers rose to the occasion, registering multiple upsets against higher-ranked and seeded opponents at the SAMA Indoor Sports Complex on Friday. Junior national champion Hansini Mathan, wildcard entrant Sanil Shetty, and the mixed doubles pair…

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National Boxing Championships

Senior National Boxing Championships: Jadumani Singh, Pawan Bartwal Cruise into 50–55kg Final

The men’s 50–55 kg final at the Elite Men and Women National Boxing Championships promises a compelling contest after Jadumani Singh and Pawan Bartwal delivered commanding semi-final performances to book their places in the title bout at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, on Friday. Jadumani, the Boxing World Cup Finals silver medallist, produced one of…

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JSW Soorma Hockey Club

Harmanpreet Singh Leads JSW Soorma Hockey Club to Shootout Win Over Hyderabad Toofans

Captain Harmanpreet Singh once again proved decisive as JSW Soorma Hockey Club edged past Hyderabad Toofans 3–1 in a shootout after a tightly contested 1–1 draw in regulation time in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium on Friday. In a match defined by defensive discipline, goalkeeping excellence,…

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