Team India’s Quest in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers: Window 2 Showdown Against Qatar and Lebanon and a Farewell for Coach Scott Flemming India’s senior men’s national team is set for two high-stakes away fixtures in the second window of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers. On February 28, 2026,…
In a breathtaking display of endurance and precision on the streets of the national capital, 28-year-old Dr. Kartik Karkera stormed to victory in the men’s elite category at the 11th edition of the Cognizant New Delhi Marathon, clocking a personal best of 2 hours, 13 minutes and 10 seconds (2:13:10). The Mumbai-born, Nashik-based orthopaedic surgeon…
It may not have ended with the title, but the ITF Women’s W100 Bengaluru Open proved to be a defining week for India’s Vaishnavi Adkar, who reached the biggest final of her career at the USD 100,000 event. Entering the tournament as a wildcard ranked World No. 690, the 21-year-old from Pune produced a series…
World No. 690 Vaishnavi Adkar’s dream run at the ITF Women’s Bengaluru Open (USD 100,000) reached a new high on Saturday as the Indian wildcard powered her way into the final with a commanding straight-sets win over World No. 126 Lanlana Tararudee of Thailand. In what has now become the standout story of the week…
The 21st edition of the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 unfolded on January 18 under clear skies and mild humidity, once again transforming Mumbai’s iconic streets into a celebration of endurance, resilience, and community spirit. With a record-breaking participation of over 69,000 runners including more than 65,500 on-ground participants and around 3,700 virtual runners the event…
Indian Railways delivered a commanding statement of intent by clinching both the men’s and women’s titles at the 75th Senior National Basketball Championship, held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium from January 4 to 11. Organized by the Basketball Federation of India (BFI), the championship culminated in two high-quality finals that showcased the growing depth…
The 10th edition of the Dafa News Bengaluru Open produced a night of contrasting emotions for Indian tennis, and at the heart of it was Sumit Nagal’s agonising exit after one of the matches of the tournament. The former champion and India No.1 bowed out in the Round of 16, but only after pushing second…
The ATP 125 Bengaluru Open delivered yet another dramatic chapter on Wednesday as Dhakshineswar Suresh, playing on a wildcard, produced a remarkable escape act to defeat in-form French qualifier Felix Balshaw in a gripping Round of 16 encounter. In a match that swung wildly in momentum and nerves, the Indian dug deep to prevail 6–3,…
The ATP 125 Bengaluru Open is fast turning into a coming-of-age stage for Manas Dhamne, and Wednesday’s Round of 16 win only reinforced that sense. The 18-year-old Indian wildcard produced another composed, high-quality performance to knock out Beibit Zhukayev of Kazakhstan, ranked 277 in the world, winning 6–2, 3–6, 6–2 to move into the quarter-finals…
At the Dafa News Bengaluru Open Challenger 125, 18-year-old wildcard Manas Dhamne produced the defining Indian result of the season so far, stunning fifth seed Matej Dodig of Croatia 7-5, 4-6, 6-1 in the opening round. For Indian men’s tennis, the ATP Challenger Tour in 2025 was a sobering reality check. Across four Challenger events…
The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium buzzed with energy as Day 1 of the 75th Senior National Basketball Championship tipped off, serving up a packed schedule of intense contests across both the men’s and women’s divisions. Teams from across the country took the floor in groups A through H, producing dominant victories, edge-of-the-seat finishes, and a few…
The stage is set for one of Indian basketball’s most prestigious domestic events as the Basketball Federation of India (BFI) officially unveiled the group-stage draw for the 75th Senior National Basketball Championship, scheduled to be held from January 4 to 11, 2026, at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Chennai. Bringing together the country’s top…
Indian women’s tennis enjoyed one of its most encouraging weeks of the season at the ITF W35 Solapur, where depth, resilience, and growing maturity were on full display. At the heart of it all was Vaidehee Chaudhari, who produced a composed, comeback-filled run to lift the singles title, while Vaishnavi Adkar’s breakthrough performances ensured India’s…
Indian tennis ended the doubles competition at ITF W35 Solapur tournament on a high as Ankita Raina and Vaishnavi Adkar claimed the women’s doubles title, delivering a composed and resilient performance throughout the week. Playing on home soil, the second-seeded Indian pair lifted the trophy after navigating a competitive draw that featured several all-Indian encounters,…
Indian tennis enjoyed a standout week at the ITF W35 Solapur, with Vaidehee Chaudhari producing one of the most composed and resilient runs of her career to storm into the singles final, while compatriot Vaishnavi Adkar ensured India would have a guaranteed presence on championship Sunday. Seeded sixth and ranked WTA 639, Vaidehee Chaudhari arrived…
Indian women’s tennis produced an encouraging collective performance at the ITF W35 Solapur, with three Indian players progressing to the semifinals and underlining the growing competitiveness of the domestic circuit. Leading the charge was Vaishnavi Adkar, whose composed three-set victory in the quarterfinals set the tone for a day that firmly belonged to the home…
Indian women’s tennis enjoyed a strong day at the ITF W35 Solapur as four home players booked their places in the singles quarterfinals, underlining the growing depth and competitiveness of the domestic circuit. Second seed Shrivalli Rashmikaa Bhamidipaty, sixth seed Vaidehee Chaudhari, eighth seed Vaishnavi Adkar and 16-year-old Maaya Rajeshwaran all progressed, each with a…
Tennis fans in India have reason to celebrate as the nation gears up to host four prestigious ATP Challenger Tour events in 2026. The schedule, recently released by the ATP, starts with a bang in Bengaluru in January and rolls into a thrilling February trilogy across Chennai, New Delhi, and Pune. This series not only…
In the sweltering heat of international basketball’s opening salvos for the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, India’s men’s national team entered Group D with quiet optimism. Facing Saudi Arabia twice in the first window once on the road in Riyadh and once at home in Chennai the Blue Tigers hoped to build momentum in…
As the basketball world turns its eyes toward the Arabian Peninsula, the Indian men’s national basketball team is set to lace up for a pivotal showdown against hosts Saudi Arabia today, November 27, in the first leg of their Group D encounter at the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers. This Window 1 fixture, kicking…
In the shifting landscape of Indian women’s tennis where icons like Sania Mirza once commanded global attention a new contender is rapidly emerging. Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, a 23-year-old from Hyderabad, has become one of the brightest prospects in the country’s tennis system. With a blend of power, tactical maturity, and steel-willed competitiveness, she is increasingly seen…
As 2025 is getting to a close, Indian table tennis finds itself with a new standard-bearer. Manav Thakkar, at 25, not only climbed into the top 40 of the world (WR 38) but also firmly established himself as India’s No. 1 male paddler. Read Articles Without Ads On Your IndiaSportsHub App. Download Now And Stay Updated His…
When the final ball was bowled at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium on November 2, 2025, and India’s women were crowned World Champions for the first time, the defining image wasn’t of fireworks or celebrations it was of captain Harmanpreet Kaur bending to touch the feet of her coach, Amol Muzumdar, before breaking into a…
The WTT Star Contender London 2025, held at the iconic Copper Box Arena in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park from October 21 to 26, marked a historic moment as the first time the United Kingdom hosted this prestigious World Table Tennis (WTT) event. For Indian table tennis enthusiasts, the tournament was a rollercoaster of emotions, headlined…
In the heart of Ahmedabad, at the state-of-the-art Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, India scripted a new chapter in its aquatic sports history during the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships held from September 28 to October 11, 2025. This marked the first time the nation hosted this prestigious continental event, drawing over 1,100 athletes from 29 countries…
At the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda, Goa, the Indian men’s football team enters what is being described as the “last chance saloon.” Facing Singapore in a must-win AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier, the Blue Tigers find themselves trapped in a mathematical corner needing not only victory, but victory of conviction, to keep their qualification…
Its India vs Australia, the 13th match of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 features hosts India against seven-time champions Australia on October 12 at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Starting at 3:30 PM IST, this day-night encounter could shape both teams’ paths to the semifinals. India, third in…
Indian basketball scripted history on Sunday as the U16 women’s team captured their first-ever gold medal at the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup Division B, defeating Iran 67-66 in a thrilling final at Arena Seremban. The narrow victory capped an unbeaten run through the tournament and secured India’s long-awaited promotion back to Division A for…
The Indian U16 women’s basketball team produced a composed yet emphatic performance to book their spot in the final of the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup Division B, defeating Indonesia 65-53 at Arena Seremban on Wednesday. With this victory, India not only secured a place in the championship game but also kept alive their dream…
In a thrilling display of resilience and skill, India’s U16 women’s basketball team continued their unbeaten streak at the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup 2025 Division B, defeating Uzbekistan 81-69 in their second Group A match. The victory, played at Arena Seremban, positions India on the brink of advancing to the semi-finals, showcasing the growing…
In a heart-stopping Group Stage clash at the FIBA Asia Cup U16 Womens Division B, India’s young basketball talents edged out Iran with a nail-biting 70-67 victory on Saturday. The triumph, fueled by standout performances from emerging star Reva Amit Kulkarni, has ignited hope for the nation’s women’s basketball future as they prepare to face…
The FIBA U16 Asia Cup 2025, set to tip off in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, represents far more than just another youth tournament. For India, it is a test of continuity, ambition, and the ability to build on historic progress. After their breakthrough run to fifth place in 2022, expectations for this year’s U16 team are higher…
A new chapter begins for Indian football tonight as the Blue Tigers step onto the pitch for India vs Tajikistan at the Hisor Central Stadium in Tajikistan, facing the hosts in their opening match of the CAFA Nations Cup 2025. It is India’s first appearance at the eight-nation tournament, and with Khalid Jamil making his…
Indian football stands on the brink of an unprecedented collapse. The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been handed an ultimatum by FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC): get its revised constitution ratified by October 30, 2025, or face suspension. The consequences of non-compliance would be devastating national teams barred from international competition, Indian…
When the World Aquatics Junior Championships begin on August 19 in Otopeni, Romania, India will enter with a quiet but growing sense of ambition. For years, Indian participation in this event has been about exposure, about measuring up to the best, about chasing personal bests rather than podiums. But the class of 2025 looks different….
The 2025 World Aquatics Championships, held in Singapore from July 11 to August 3, marked another chapter in India’s ongoing journey to establish itself in the global aquatics arena. With the theme “Water Shapes Us,” the 22nd edition of the championships saw over 2,500 athletes from 210 national federations compete across six disciplines: swimming, diving,…
When the FIBA U16 Asia Cup 2025 tips off in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on August 31, the Indian U16 men’s basketball team will walk into its eighth consecutive main tournament appearance a streak that reflects both persistence and steady growth in youth basketball. This year’s campaign carries added weight. The top four finishers will punch their…
India’s men’s basketball team face a do-or-die situation when they meet hosts Saudi Arabia in their final Group C game of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 on August 9 at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. For the Cagers, it’s a simple equation win or go home. Sitting at the bottom of the group…
In a contest that underlined the gulf in experience, tactical cohesion, and depth, China handed India a comprehensive 100–69 defeat at the FIBA Asia Cup 2025. From the opening whistle to the final buzzer, China controlled the tempo, executed crisp offensive sets, and forced India into numerous turnovers that translated into easy baskets. For India,…
The Battle of Aspirations: Emerging India vs Established China When India takes on China in their second Group C match at the FIBA Asia Cup 2025, it will not just be a game of basketball, but a clash of two contrasting narratives. On one side stands India, ranked 76th in the world, a team on…
India’s table tennis torchbearer Manika Batra is set to make another appearance at the elite WTT Champions Series, this time in Yokohama, Japan, from 7th to 11th August 2025. The tournament, featuring the world’s top 32 women’s players, marks a crucial opportunity for Manika to continue her trailblazing journey in global table tennis. Currently ranked…
India’s Grit in Defeat: A Performance Beyond the Scoreboard at FIBA Asia Cup 2025 India’s men’s basketball team may have fallen short 84-91 to Jordan in overtime in their latest FIBA Asia Cup 2025 first match, but to judge this game by the scoreline alone would be to miss the larger, inspiring story behind the…
On August 5th, the Indian men’s basketball team will step onto the court in Jeddah to face Jordan in their opening game of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025. At first glance, the contest appears tilted heavily in Jordan’s favour. Ranked 35th in the world with 372.1 points, Jordan sit far ahead of India, who are…
As the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 tips off on August 5 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the Indian men’s national basketball team is poised to make its mark in what promises to be a fiercely competitive continental showdown. This 31st edition of the tournament, running until August 17, marks India’s 11th consecutive appearance. With defending champions…
In the world of table tennis, moments that redefine a country’s standing rarely come easily. Yet, at the WTT Star Contender Brazil Foz do Iguaçu 2025, Indian paddlers Manush Shah and Diya Chitale have achieved just that. As the top seeds in mixed doubles, they have stormed into the final, becoming the first-ever Indian pair…
When Harsimran Kaur officially signed her professional contract with Greece’s Esperides Kallitheas for the 2025–26 season, she didn’t just secure a new chapter in her own life she rewrote the history of Indian basketball. Becoming the first Indian female player to sign with a European professional team, Kaur’s journey from the courts of Kapurthala, Punjab,…
The draw for the AFC Women Asian Cup 2026, set to take place in Australia, brought intriguing matchups for Group C: powerhouse Japan (FIFA #7), rising Vietnam (#37), competitive Chinese Taipei (#42), and India (#70). On paper, it looks like a dream draw for India, avoiding some Asian heavyweights like China PR and Korea Republic. But…
Indian Table Tennis Rises: July 2025 Rankings as Sreeja & Akash Pal Shine with big jumps in the ITTF Table Tennis Rankings Indian table tennis continues its steady climb on the global stage a climb built on individual brilliance, emerging depth in doubles, and the growing maturity of young stars. The latest ITTF World Rankings…
India’s table tennis star Manika Batra, once the face of Indian paddling glory, finds herself at a crossroads in 2025. After years of steady rise a Commonwealth Games double gold, an Asian Cup bronze, and a career-high world ranking of 24 in 2024 Batra’s recent slump has surprised fans and experts alike. The 2025 season,…
The World University Games 2025, held from July 16–27 across the Rhine-Ruhr region and Berlin, Germany, provided a global stage for Indian swimming to showcase a new era of speed and self-belief. Dubbed the “Olympics for university athletes,” the Games saw over 9,200 athletes from more than 150 countries compete across 18 sports, under the…
