Indian swimming finally had its long-awaited breakthrough on continental waters, and at the centre of it all was Srihari Nataraj. The 24-year-old Bengaluru ace produced a spectacular opening day at the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships by winning two individual silver medals and a relay bronze, ending India’s 16-year drought for a continental swimming medal and…
Indian upcoming squash star Abhay Singh delivered one of the biggest upsets of the season, defeating former World No.1 and 2016 World Champion Karim Abdel Gawad in the opening round of the prestigious QTerminals Qatar Classic, a PSA Platinum event. The 25-year-old from Chennai, currently ranked World No.35 and India’s top male player, produced a…
At just 18 years old, Sheetal Devi has already crafted a sporting résumé that would be the envy of even the most seasoned athletes. Born without arms, the teenage archer has turned what many would consider a limitation into her greatest strength, rewriting history for India in para archery with an incredible mix of resilience,…
Indian sport is set to witness a historic milestone with the launch of the Archery Premier League (APL), which announced the full schedule for its maiden season on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra. Beginning on October 2 and running through October 12, 2025, the APL will debut at New Delhi’s Yamuna Sports Complex, ushering in…
The 2025 Asian Aquatics Championships opened to a wave of excitement at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex as India’s swimmers delivered an encouraging set of performances in the morning heats of Day 1. With over 1,100 athletes from 20 nations competing across swimming, diving, water polo, artistic swimming, and open-water disciplines, the home team made…
The Indian Junior Hockey Women’s Team (U21) endured a challenging start to their Tour of Australia, suffering back-to-back defeats in Canberra against a well-drilled Australian side. Despite flashes of skill and fighting spirit, the visitors went down 2–3 in the first match and 0–5 in the second, offering valuable lessons as they begin their international…
Indian badminton has been steadily discovering new stars in recent seasons, and the latest to make her presence felt on the international circuit is Isharani Baruah. The 21-year-old from Assam produced the biggest performance of her career at the Kaohsiung Masters S100 in Taiwan, storming into her first-ever semifinal at a Super 100 or higher…
Tennis is no stranger to fairy tales, but the story unfolding at the ATP 500 Tokyo Open this week has the makings of a classic. The wildcard pairing of Rohan Bopanna from India and Takeru Yuzuki from Japan stunned top seeds and seasoned doubles teams en route to the final, where they will face the…
It was a busy day for Indian doubles players at the ATP 100 Challenger and WTA 125 event in Jingshan, with several pairs advancing to the quarter-finals while others saw their campaigns end. The results underlined both the growing depth of Indian doubles tennis and the fine margins that often decide outcomes in this format….
The Hero HIL 2026 Hockey India League Women’s Mini Auction brought a mix of high drama, strategic buys, and landmark signings as four franchises went head-to-head to assemble their squads. With a salary cap of ₹2 crore per franchise, the afternoon session was defined by bold spending on overseas stalwarts and renewed faith in India’s…
For nearly a decade, Srihari Nataraj has been the face of Indian backstroke swimming. A two-time Olympian, he has built his reputation on consistency in the 100m and 200m backstroke, carrying Indian hopes across multiple international platforms. But as the Asian Aquatic Championship 2025 approaches, Nataraj is preparing to script a new chapter this time…
The story of India’s rise in World para athletics is not just about medals won or rankings improved; it is about a systemic transformation that has redefined the nation’s sporting identity. Over little more than a decade, India has gone from a country struggling to make a mark at the World Para Athletics Championships to…
India’s para archery campaign in Gwangju, South Korea, received a major boost as Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar powered their way into the Compound Mixed Team bronze medal match at the ongoing World Para Archery Championships. The Indian duo showcased resilience, consistency, and remarkable composure under pressure to emerge as serious medal contenders. Round of…
The stage is set for a high-stakes day of strategy, anticipation, and fierce bidding as the Hero Hockey India League (HIL) Men’s and Women’s HIL 2026 Mini Auctions take place on 24th September 2025 in New Delhi. With over 200 players more than 100 men and 100 women going under the hammer, franchises are gearing…
In less than a week, New Delhi will become the epicenter of global para-sport. From September 27 to October 5, 2025, the IndianOil World Para Athletics Championships will unfold at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium a landmark first not only for India but also for South Asia. With more than 2,200 athletes and support staff from…
Cook Islands’ withdrawal prompts redraw in Suhandinata Cup; 36 countries set to battle across revamped group stages in BWF World Junior Championships New Delhi, September 17, 2025: The stage is set for a thrilling fortnight of junior badminton as India prepares to host the Yonex Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2025 in Guwahati from October…
Indian tennis star Zeel Desai added another chapter to her professional journey by winning the ITF W15 Gurugram title, overcoming a spirited challenge from rising compatriot Shruti Ahlawat in the final. In a thrilling all-India contest, Desai rallied from a set down to triumph 2-6, 6-1, 6-4, clinching her first title of the 2025 season…
The Indian women’s rugby sevens team made a memorable debut at the top tier of Asian rugby, finishing sixth at the Asia Rugby Sevens Series (Leg 1) in Hangzhou, China. Competing against Asia’s 12 strongest rugby nations, the Indian girls not only held their own but also scripted historic victories along the way, marking a…
In what can only be described as a cricketing spectacle, the third ODI between India Women and Australia Women at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on September 2025, will be remembered for its sheer audacity, record-breaking feats, and breathtaking performances. The match, part of the Australia Women Tour of India ODI Series 2025, witnessed scores tumbling,…
Indian athletics is at a crossroads. Over the past three years, the country has witnessed both its greatest triumphs and its most sobering reality checks. Tokyo 2025, the site of India’s lowest number of World Athletics Championship finalists in recent memory, forces us to ask hard questions about whether Indian sport is truly building a…
Smriti Mandhana, the undisputed queen of Indian cricket, etched her name in history yet again with a record-breaking performance in the 3rd ODI against Australia in 2025. Reaching her century in just 50 balls, Mandhana set the benchmark for the fastest ODI hundred by an Indian batter, surpassing even Virat Kohli’s 52-ball ton against the…
India’s premier men’s doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, continued their rich vein of form with a commanding victory over China’s Ren Xiang Yu and Xie Haonan, booking their spot in the semifinals of the China Masters 2025. The former world’s No. 1 ranked duo produced a clinical display to dismiss their opponents in…
When the history of Indian athletics is written, Neeraj Chopra will stand out not only as the nation’s first Olympic gold medallist in track and field but also as the athlete who redefined consistency at the very top of world sport. His 2025 season, as captured in performances across nine major competitions, is a testament…
On a night when world javelin throw’s elite assembled at Tokyo’s iconic Olympic Stadium, Indian youngster Sachin Yadav delivered the performance of his life. Competing in his first-ever World Championships final, the 24-year-old rose to the occasion with a massive personal best of 86.27m, finishing a heartbreaking yet brilliant fourth missing the podium by just…
India’s wrestling prodigy Antim Panghal once again showcased her grit and skill at the 2025 Wrestling World Championships, advancing to the semifinals in the women’s 53kg category before falling narrowly to Ecuador’s Olympic silver medallist Lucia Yepez Guzman. The 19-year-old lost 3–5 in a tense contest, but her campaign is still alive as she will…
There is a certain inevitability about Neeraj Chopra on the qualification stage. The reigning Olympic and World Champion once again lived up to his reputation of making it look effortless, sealing his place in the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025 men’s javelin final with a single, assured throw. On a cool morning inside the Olympic…
The AFC Champions League 2 returns this week with a much-anticipated clash at Kolkata’s Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, where Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) host Turkmenistan’s Ahal FK. Scheduled for September 16, the match marks not just the start of Group C but also the beginning of a new chapter for Mohun Bagan, who step…
The Indian U16 women’s basketball team continued their sensational run at the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup 2025 – Division B, storming into the semi-finals with a commanding 71-54 win over Samoa. The victory sealed India’s place at the top of Group A with an unbeaten 3-0 record, underlining their credentials as the team to…
The Indian U18 Girls Rugby team wrapped up their campaign at the Asia Rugby U18 Girls Sevens Asia Cup with a spirited fourth-place finish, marking one of their best continental performances in recent years. While the podium eluded them after a tough 12–20 loss to Hong Kong in the bronze medal match, the journey showcased…
Indian judo took a giant stride forward at the Asian Junior Judo Championships 2025 in Jakarta, as the country’s young judokas produced their best-ever performance at this stage, collecting six medals two gold, one silver, and three bronze. The campaign was marked by a twin-gold strike on the opening day, followed by steady results that…
In a performance that will be remembered for years to come, Minakshi Hooda etched her name into Indian sporting history by winning the women’s 48kg gold medal at the 2025 World Boxing Championships. The 24-year-old boxer from India stunned Kazakhstan’s legendary Nazym Kyzaibay a three time World Champion and Olympic bronze medallist in the final,…
The stage is set for a blockbuster final at the Women’s Asia Cup 2025 as hosts China take on a determined India. More than just continental bragging rights, this clash carries the prize of automatic qualification to the 2026 FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands. The narrative is compelling: China, world…
The men’s singles final of the LI-NING Hong Kong Open 2025 promises to be a compelling showdown between two players on contrasting trajectories. India’s Lakshya Sen, ranked World No. 20, will face China’s Li Shi Feng, World No. 4, in a match that pits resilience against consistency and revival against momentum. The Hong Kong Open,…
The Indian tricolour soared high in Ningbo, China, as Esha Singh produced a sensational performance in the women’s 10m air pistol final at the ISSF World Cup, clinching her first-ever individual World Cup gold medal. In a tense, high-quality final, the 19-year-old shooter scored 242.6, her second-best score in an international final (her career-best being…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool will be remembered as a watershed moment for Indian women’s boxing. On a high-voltage evening inside the Echo Arena, two Indian boxers Nupur Sheoran (+80kg) and Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) delivered commanding semifinal wins to storm into the finals of their respective categories. Their performances not only secured silver…
The opening day of the World Athletics Championships 2025 in Tokyo saw the demanding 35km race walk set the stage for a dramatic morning of endurance sport. For India, the results brought more disappointment than celebration, as the nation’s three representatives Sandeep Kumar, Priyanka Goswami, and Ram Baboo fell well short of their personal bests…
The opening three days of competition at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol in China brought little cheer for the Indian shooting contingent, with no finalist appearances in either individual or mixed team events. Despite a few encouraging individual scores, the overall results underlined a challenging start for the squad in one of the key events…
The 35km race walk at the World Athletics Championships has steadily grown in prestige as a test of endurance, technique, and mental resilience. This year, India enters the competition with three determined athletes Ram Baboo, Priyanka Goswami, and Sandeep Kumar with each carrying unique credentials, aspirations, and the weight of expectations. While medals will require…
The second UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships concluded at the Thyagaraj Stadium with a commanding display of class and authority from the country’s top seeds. G. Sathiyan and Diya Chitale emerged men’s and women’s singles champions respectively, reinforcing their dominance on the domestic circuit and highlighting the gulf between India’s established stars and the…
India’s campaign at the inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool reached an important milestone on Thursday, with Pooja Rani and Jaismine Lamboria assuring themselves of semifinal spots. Their victories added to Nupur’s earlier success, confirming three medals for India at the event so far. This marks a strong showing for the 20-member Indian contingent…
The stage is set in Biel, Switzerland, where India and Switzerland will battle on September 12–13, 2025, in a Davis Cup World Group I tie that carries major consequences for both nations. For the winner, it means direct progression to the 2026 Davis Cup Qualifiers, a step closer to the elite stage. For the loser,…
The rivalry between India vs China in women’s field hockey is among the most fascinating stories in Asian sport today. What was once a lopsided contest dominated by China has, in recent years, transformed into an unpredictable, high-stakes battle for regional supremacy. India’s rise as a continental powerhouse and China’s historical pedigree now collide in…
The coming months mark a pivotal chapter for Indian youth football as the India U-17 men’s national team prepares for back-to-back assignments: the SAFF U17 Championship 2025 in Sri Lanka and the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers in Ahmedabad. Together, these tournaments will shape not only the immediate fortunes of the squad but also…
The Hong Kong Open 2025 (Super 500) began with an intense Round of 32, producing mixed results for India’s badminton contingent. While the men’s singles (MS) players showcased resilience and advanced in numbers, the women’s singles (WS) campaign faced a tough opening hurdle, with big names like P.V. Sindhu falling short in closely fought battles….
It was a day of commanding performances for Indian boxing at the ongoing Boxing World Championships, with Abhinash Jamwal, Jadumani Singh, Minakshi Hooda, and Nikhat Zareen all advancing to the quarterfinals. Their wins pushed India’s tally of quarterfinalists to seven, underlining the nation’s growing strength in the ring. Competing in the men’s 65kg division, Abhinash…
While India’s men’s singles contingent shone on opening day at the Hong Kong Open 2025, it was a contrasting story for PV Sindhu and the mixed doubles pair Dhruv Kapila–Tanisha Crasto, both of whom suffered first-round exits. The results underline the challenges India continues to face in women’s singles depth and mixed doubles progression, despite…
It was a day of mixed fortunes for India on the second day of the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol at the Ningbo Olympic Sports Center in China. Samrat Rana endured heartbreak in the Men’s 10m Air Pistol (APM) qualification, missing the finals berth by the slimmest of margins on inner 10s, while Divya T.S. kept…
Indian badminton’s men’s singles contingent produced a dream start at the Hong Kong Open 2025 Super 500, registering three impressive victories in the opening round. HS Prannoy, Lakshya Sen, and Kiran George all advanced, while youngster Ayush Shetty too joined them with a gritty win, making it one of the most successful opening days for…
The FIH Junior Hockey World Cup 2025 is set to deliver high-octane action for Indian fans, with the tournament bringing together the best young talent from across the globe. For the Indian junior men’s team, ranked World No. 2, the group stage offers both exciting opportunities and a historic first: a clash with arch-rivals Pakistan…
Hangzhou, 9 September 2025: India’s women’s recurve team will fight for a podium finish at the World Archery Championships 2025 after falling short in the semifinals against Japan. The trio of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and teenage prodigy Gatha Khadake went down 2-6 in their last-four clash, setting up a bronze medal playoff against South…
