The world of rifle shooting has just entered a new level of precision and performance. The ISSF 2025 World Shooting Championships in Cairo have produced qualification scores that redefine what it takes to be among the world’s best. The cutoff for the Women’s 10m Air Rifle final the score required to finish eighth and qualify…
It was a day of commanding performances and hard-fought wins as Indian shuttlers sealed multiple final berths at the ongoing international-level badminton event at the Telangana International Challenge. Across categories, several established and emerging names rose to the occasion, ensuring a strong Indian presence in the summit clashes. In the mixed doubles semifinals, Ishaan Bhatnagar…
Pukhraj Singh Gill produced a career-defining performance at the IGPL Invitational Jamshedpur 2025, cruising to his first professional victory with a record-breaking nine-shot margin. Hosted by Union Minister Mr. Arjun Munda, the sixth event of the IGPL Tour saw the 27-year-old from Chandigarh deliver an extraordinary three-round total of 23-under par with just one bogey…
The 2025 season will be remembered as a turning point in Indian Athletics middle-distance running the year when the men’s 800m broke free from its historical limitations and entered the global conversation. For decades, Indian athletes hovered around the 1:46–1:48 bracket competitive in Asia, but distant from the world elite. That narrative changed decisively in…
The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 in India did more than crown a new world champion it redefined the global media hierarchy of sports. For the first time in history, women’s cricket achieved complete digital viewership parity with men’s tournaments, marking a pivotal shift in both audience behavior and commercial valuation. Team India’s historic…
When the All India Football Federation (AIFF) opened its commercial rights ISL tender for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025–40 cycle, it expected to usher in a new era of transparency and independence. Instead, the process ended in a stunning zero-bid outcome not a single company, including long-time partner FSDL, submitted a proposal by the…
India’s shooters will march into Cairo this November with both swagger and purpose. The ISSF World Championships 2025 Rifle/Pistol, set for November 6–18 at the Egypt International Olympic City, come at a transformative moment for Indian shooting. With 40 athletes across rifle and pistol events, including Olympic and Asian champions, the contingent represents not just…
When Ryan Williams signed for Bengaluru FC in 2023, it was seen as a typical ISL transfer a seasoned Australian winger adding experience to a growing league. Two years later, that move has come to represent something far more significant. Williams, once a youth international for Australia and a regular in England’s Football League, has…
India’s Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi drew upon his experience to end the spirited campaign of 12-year-old Argentine prodigy Faustino Oro, while GMs Pranav V and Pranesh M also advanced to the third round of the FIDE World Cup 2025 in Panaji on Thursday. After being stretched in the classical games by the young sensation, Vidit finally…
As the Women’s Premier League (WPL) enters a new cycle, the Capri Sports-owned UP Warriorz are taking bold strides toward a fresh chapter. Under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Abhishek Nayar, the franchise has opted for a major overhaul ahead of the WPL 2026 Mega Auction, signaling a shift in direction and long-term…
As anticipation builds for the upcoming WPL 2026 Mega Auction, the JSW-GMR co-owned Delhi Capitals have confirmed the retention of five key players Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Annabel Sutherland, and Niki Prasad. The announcement comes just weeks before the mega auction and underscores the franchise’s commitment to continuity, stability, and long-term success. For…
Hockey India has announced an ambitious Trophy Tour across 20 cities in the lead-up to the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2025, which will be hosted in Tamil Nadu from November 28 to December 10, 2025. The nationwide journey of the prestigious trophy aims to unite hockey fans across the country and build excitement…
Mumbai City FC sealed their place in the semi-finals of the AIFF Super Cup 2025–26 after a dramatic 1-0 win over Kerala Blasters at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda. In a tense and tightly fought Group D decider, an unfortunate 88th-minute own goal by Freddy Lallawmawma handed the Islanders a narrow victory and a…
Rajasthan United FC’s memorable run in the AIFF Super Cup 2025–26 came to an agonising end after a dramatic 2-2 draw against Sporting Club Delhi at the GMC Stadium, Bambolim. The I-League side, who looked set for a famous win after a dominant first-half display, were denied in the dying moments as Sporting Club Delhi…
Across the first three seasons of the WPL, the UP Warriorz often appeared close to something meaningful, but never quite able to consolidate it. They had match-winners, but not a full match-winning system. They had visible strengths, but also chronic gaps especially in leadership and batting continuity. Now, ahead of the WPL 2026 mega auction,…
For the first time since the Women’s Premier League began, Gujarat Giants step into a season not defined by uncertainty, but by clarity. Their decision ahead of the WPL 2026 Mega Auction was bold, unusual, and very deliberate: retain only two players Ashleigh Gardner and Beth Mooney and release everyone else, including Indian core players…
The recent call-up of winger Ryan Williams to the Indian national men’s football team camp marks a pivotal moment in the strategic direction of Indian football. Williams, who has been playing for Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League (ISL), is now set to formally join the national camp ahead of India’s upcoming AFC Asian…
The penultimate leg of the Hero Women Pro Golf Tour 2025 at the Ram Bagh Golf Club in Jaipur opened on Wednesday with a tightly contested leaderboard and storylines reflecting both season-long dominance and late-season resilience. At the end of Round 1, three players Vani Kapoor, Shagun Narain, and Jahanvi Bakshi shared the lead with…
The final matchday of Group D in the AIFF Super Cup 2025–26 arrives with a rare combination of clarity and chaos one semi-final place, three contenders, and a narrow set of scoreline permutations that could decide which club advances to the last four and secures a step closer to continental football. Kerala Blasters FC lead…
Pukhraj Singh Gill produced his most commanding performance of the season as he surged to the top of the leaderboard with a superb bogey-free 9-under 63 at the IGPL Invitational Jamshedpur, hosted at the Beldih Golf Course under the patronage of Shri Arjun Munda. The 28-year-old, who has been knocking on the door of a…
When the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) arrive in Senegal, Dakar 2026 from 31 October to 13 November 2026, it will mark a historic milestone: the first Olympic event ever hosted on African soil. But Dakar 2026 is not simply about symbolism or continental firsts. It represents a strategic rethinking of what the Youth Olympic Games…
FC Goa suffered a heavy defeat away from home as Al Nassr registered a commanding 4–0 victory in the AFC Champions League 2 on Wednesday night at Al-Awwal Park. The Saudi Arabian side, stacked with experience and depth, controlled the match from the first whistle, leaving the Indian Super League outfit struggling to keep pace…
On a day that underlined the growing depth and maturity of Indian chess, Grandmaster Diptayan Ghosh produced one of the standout results of the FIDE World Cup 2025, defeating two–time Candidates winner Ian Nepomniachtchi with the black pieces to move into the third round. The 27-year-old Kolkata GM, playing in his first World Cup, showcased…
The Indian men’s national football team will return to action later this month as it faces Bangladesh in Dhaka for India vs Bangladesh on November 18, but this time the match arrives without the usual implications of qualification pressure. India is already out of the running for the AFC Asian Cup 2027, and so is…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have made one of their most decisive strategic calls ahead of the WPL 2026 season, appointing former England fast bowler Anya Shrubsole as their new bowling coach. The move comes at a crucial moment for the franchise, which is preparing for the WPL 2026 Mega Auction and looking to correct the inconsistencies…
With qualification already settled and both India and Bangladesh out of contention in Group C of the Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers, the match between India vs Bangladesh in Dhaka on November 18 carries no mathematical consequence. Yet, it is far from meaningless. In a region where emotions run deep and footballing identities evolve through small…
Second seed Ankur Bhattacharjee of West Bengal delivered a clinical performance to capture the men’s singles title at the third UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships, defeating Railways’ Ronit Bhanja 4–0 in a dominant final at Abhay Prashal. The day also belonged to 16-year-old Kavya Bhatt, who continued her rapid rise by lifting the women’s…
The IGPL Invitational Jamshedpur, hosted by Arjun Munda, sets the stage for a potential milestone in Indian golf this week. Aman Raj arrives seeking a third consecutive victory on the IGPL Tour a feat no player has achieved yet following commanding wins in Jaipur and Kolkata. The 30-year-old Patna golfer has been the standout performer…
The 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) Mega Auction is set to reshape squads across the competition, and the new retention guidelines add an extra layer of strategic depth. Teams must balance budget, player value, overseas limits, domestic core strength, and the availability of Right-to-Match (RTM) cards. With six retention pathways available, the core decision for…
India’s No.1 Manav Thakkar outlasted Croatia’s Tomislav Pucar in a five-game contest, closing 12–10, 3–11, 11–6, 5–11, 11–7 to reach the last 16 at the Swag Energie ARENA (Infinity ∞ Arena). The match oscillated on momentum swings, smart timeout management, and tight serve-return adjustments, with the final surge coming from Thakkar when he sealed the…
India’s historic triumph at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 has reshaped the commercial, structural, and competitive landscape of the Women’s Premier League, WPL 2026. With the national team lifting the trophy for the first time in over five decades of the tournament’s history, the victory has validated the BCCI’s long-term investment in the women’s…
The Indian Women’s League, IWL 2025–26 will unfold in an unprecedented two-phase format, marking one of the most significant structural shifts in Indian women’s football since the league’s inception. The All India Football Federation (AIFF) confirmed the revised schedule following discussions with all eight participating clubs, with defending champions East Bengal headlining a campaign now…
November 2025 marked a defining moment in Indian squash. For the first time in history, both the men’s and women’s singles leaders of the country Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh simultaneously reached career-high world rankings. Abhay climbed to World No. 27, while 17-year-old Anahat soared to World No. 36. Beyond personal triumphs, these milestones signify…
The Wanda Diamond League 2026 season promises to be one of the most pivotal in Indian athletics history not just as a showcase of consistency but as a tactical campaign leading into the newly launched World Athletics Ultimate Championship (WACU) in September. With eleven confirmed Diamond League stops from May to September, India’s leading quartet…
In what could mark a turning point for Indian women’s football, 19-year-old midfielder Kajol D’Souza has signed with Al-Amal Sports Club in Saudi Arabia a move that symbolizes the opening of a new, strategically important pathway for Indian players into West Asian football. Her transfer is not just another overseas signing; it represents a structural…
In one of the most gripping stories to emerge from the Knoxville Challenger qualifiers, India’s Dhakshineswar Suresh produced back-to-back three-set victories to storm into the main draw overcoming injury, exhaustion, and emotional turbulence along the way. The 25-year-old from Chennai, ranked ATP 528, first defeated his close friend and former college teammate Luca Pow (GBR)…
Kerala Blasters continued their perfect start to the AIFF Super Cup 2025, defeating Sporting Club Delhi 3-0 at the GMC Bambolim Stadium to strengthen their grip on Group D. With six points from two matches and a healthy goal difference, the Tuskers are now on the brink of sealing a semi-final berth, pending the result…
On November 2, 2025, under the lights of Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium, history turned a new page for Indian sport. When Harmanpreet Kaur raised the ICC Women’s 2025 World Cup trophy alongside Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami, the moment transcended cricket. India’s 52-run win over South Africa was not just a title victory it…
After a six-year hiatus, the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) is set for a dramatic relaunch in January 2026, marking the return of India’s only franchise-based wrestling competition. The announcement by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) signals both optimism and risk: a chance to revive a once-successful league but under the cloud of ongoing governance…
The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) has officially confirmed the Olympic Weight Classes for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking one of the sport’s most significant structural overhauls in recent decades. The decision, approved by the IOC Executive Board, follows years of uncertainty about weightlifting’s Olympic future due to governance and doping controversies. The Los Angeles…
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has hailed the country’s young athletes for their record-breaking performance at the 3rd Asian Youth Games (AYG) held in Manama, Bahrain, where India clinched an impressive 48 medals, marking its most successful outing in the event’s history. The IOA’s statement, released on Monday, praised the athletes’ “dedication, discipline, and commitment…
The AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 has reached a crucial stage, and Group D is now delicately poised following victories for both Kerala Blasters FC and Mumbai City FC. With one rounds completed, both sides have three points each, a win for both today will set up a mouth-watering group decider between two of Indian football’s…
For sixteen long years, Harmanpreet Kaur’s career mirrored the unending quest of Indian women’s cricket full of promise, heartbreak, and resilience. From her debut in 2009 to that historic night in Navi Mumbai in 2025, she became the embodiment of an entire sport’s emotional journey. India’s maiden ICC Women’s World Cup triumph was not merely…
Not in the team six days ago, drafted as replacement for an injury and crowned Player of the Match in India’s maiden Women’s World Cup triumph. Six days ago, Shafali Verma wasn’t even in India’s Women’s World Cup squad. She wasn’t in the reserves either her name wasn’t on the list, her bags weren’t packed,…
Punjab FC continued their imperious form in the AIFF Super Cup 2025, securing a convincing 3–0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting in their Group C clash at the GMC Athletic Stadium. The result, powered by goals from Ninthoi Meetei, Samir Zeljkovic, and Kipgen, propelled the Shers to the top of the group with six points from…
In front of a roaring home crowd at the DY Patil Stadium, India finally scripted the fairytale that had eluded them for two decades. After heartbreaks in 2005 and 2017, the Indian women’s cricket team lifted their maiden ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup trophy, defeating South Africa by a commanding margin to etch their name…
Indian tennis has a new leader on the doubles circuit. Rutuja Bhosale, the 29-year-old from Maharashtra, has officially risen to India No. 1 in the WTA Doubles Rankings, reaching a career-high world ranking of No. 139 after her stellar semifinal finish at the WTA 250 Chennai Open. This milestone marks a new era in Indian…
November 2025 stands out as one of the most strategically loaded months in India’s sporting calendar. Across four weeks, Indian athletes and federations will navigate a dense schedule spanning Olympic qualification events, global championships, and home-hosted tournaments. From the FIDE World Cup in Goa to the Junior Hockey World Cup in Tamil Nadu, this month…
The stage is set at the DY Patil Stadium for one of the most anticipated Cricket World Cup 2025 Final in women’s cricket history India vs South Africa two teams chasing their first-ever 50-over World Cup crown. For India, this is a chance to finally exorcise the ghosts of past heartbreaks; for South Africa, it’s…
In one of the most compelling matches of the AIFF Super Cup 2025, NorthEast United FC pulled off a stunning 2–1 win over FC Goa under the floodlights at Fatorda on Saturday night. Goals from Chema Núñez and Robin Yadav sealed a famous victory for the Highlanders, who showed steel and composure to hand the…
