The China Masters 2025 came to a close with another high-quality display of men’s doubles badminton, and India’s top pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty once again found themselves in the thick of the action. The Indian duo, who have been the flagbearers of Indian badminton on the world stage, fought valiantly but went down…
Hockey India has announced the 18-member Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team that will travel to Malaysia for the prestigious Sultan of Johor Cup 2025, scheduled from 11 to 18 October. Defender Rohit has been entrusted with the captaincy as India aims to improve on their bronze medal finish from the previous edition. The announcement marks…
The third ODI between India Women and Australia Women at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, will go down as one of the most spectacular matches in women’s cricket history. Beyond the thrilling contest, the game was a record-breaking extravaganza, with multiple milestones achieved, personal feats set, and historical firsts for Indian cricket. While Australia won the…
The China Masters 2025 Super 750 began on a positive note for Indian badminton as the country’s premier men’s doubles duo, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, advanced to the Round of 16 with a straight-game victory. The world-class pairing, famously dubbed the “Brothers of Destruction”, overcame Malaysia’s Mohammad Arif Junaidi and Roy King Yap 24-22,…
September 17, 2025, will go down as one of the most iconic days in Indian women cricket. In Chandigarh, India not only levelled the three-match ODI series against Australia 1-1, but also achieved something no team had ever done before handing the world champions their first-ever defeat by a margin of more than 100 runs…
Indian sport has witnessed many historic firsts, but few can match the magnitude of what unfolded at the World Speed Skating Championships. For the very first time, the Indian tricolour was raised at the pinnacle of the sport as Anandkumar Velkumar and Krish Sharma stormed to world titles in their respective categories, creating an indelible…
India’s long jump hopes rested heavily on the shoulders of Sreeshankar Murli, a jumper who has consistently breached the 8m mark in international competition. Coming into the World Championships with a season’s best of 8.13m and a personal best of 8.41m, expectations were high that the 25-year-old would at least secure a berth in the…
The women’s 3000m steeplechase has often been one of the most grueling and unpredictable events on the track, demanding not only endurance but tactical awareness and precision in barrier technique. For India, the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo offered hope that Parul Chaudhary, the national record holder and a finalist in the previous edition,…
The Hong Kong Coliseum is set for a blockbuster finale on Sunday as India’s star duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty take on China’s formidable pairing of Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang in the men’s doubles final of the Hong Kong Open 2025 (Super 500). For Satwik-Chirag, known fondly as “SatChi,” this isn’t just another…
Seventeen-year-old Indian tennis prodigy Manas Dhamne continued his remarkable rise on the professional circuit, booking a place in the final of the ITF M15 Monastir event. Seeded third, Dhamne produced a composed comeback in the semifinal against Swedish qualifier John Hallquist Lithen, winning 3-6, 6-1, 6-1 to reach his second career professional final. For the…
The 2025 World Wrestling Championships, set to unfold at Arena Zagreb in Croatia from September 13 to 21, represent more than just another global tournament. As the first major wrestling event after the Paris Olympics, it carries the weight of renewal—an opportunity for nations to recalibrate, test emerging talent, and signal their intent for the…
Indian shuttlers delivered encouraging results at the Hong Kong Open 2025 (Super 500) with victories for Lakshya Sen, Ayush Shetty, and the men’s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty. While some players exited in the round of 16, India ensured a strong presence in the quarterfinals. Top Indian men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy…
The Indian women’s hockey team endured a tough evening in Hangzhou, going down 1-4 against hosts China in their second Super4s Pool match of the Women’s Asia Cup 2025 on Thursday. While Mumtaz Khan (38’) provided a moment of brilliance for India with a powerful strike, goals from Zou Meirong (4’, 56’), Chen Yang (31’)…
India’s star men’s doubles duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty showcased their resilience and tactical maturity as they booked a spot in the quarterfinals of the Hong Kong Open Super 500 on Thursday. The former world No. 1 pair, nicknamed the “brothers of destruction,” had to dig deep after a shaky start but eventually found…
East Bengal FC’s women’s team has scripted history by qualifying for the AFC Women’s Champions League 2025-26 group stage, marking a watershed moment for Indian women’s club football. Fresh from winning the 2024-25 Indian Women’s League (IWL), the team now steps into uncharted territory Asia’s premier women’s club competition. Placed in Group B, East Bengal…
At just 15 years of age, Gatha Khadake has emerged as India’s brightest spark at the ongoing Archery World Championships, showing poise and maturity far beyond her years. The teenager from Maharashtra has reached the Round of 16 in the recurve women’s event, making her the only Indian still in contention after more seasoned campaigners…
After a mixed bag of results in the opening round, Indian shuttlers are set for a high-stakes Round of 16 at the Hong Kong Open 2025 (Super 500). With several tough matchups on the card, the day promises to be a true test of India’s depth in both singles and doubles. From marquee clashes between…
The Indian Women’s Hockey Team has carried strong form into the Women’s Asia Cup 2025 in Hangzhou, finishing the pool stage unbeaten and now preparing for the critical Super4s phase. India’s campaign resumes with a key encounter against Korea on 10 September, followed by matches against hosts China and defending champions Japan. For India, this…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool proved to be a challenging outing for Indian pugilists on Tuesday, as several boxers fell short in their respective bouts. While some losses were narrow and left room for debate, others highlighted tactical shortcomings and missed opportunities. By the end of the day, India had little to cheer…
For centuries, Odisha has been celebrated as the land of temples, art, and culture. But over the past decade, the state has carefully crafted a new identity emerging as India’s sporting hub. With bold investments in infrastructure, innovative public-private partnerships, and the successful hosting of international events, Odisha has redefined the landscape of Indian sport….
The fourth and final ISSF World Cup Ningbo Rifle/Pistol of the year got underway at the Ningbo Olympic Sports Center in China on Tuesday, but India’s challenge began on a subdued note. Both mixed rifle and pistol teams fell short of the medal rounds, ending the day without a podium finish. While the pistol pairs…
The India U23 football team produced a fighting display in Doha on Saturday night before going down 1–2 to hosts Qatar in their second Group H match of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers 2025. It was a match that showcased the promise of this young Indian side under coach Naushad Moosa, even though a…
In August 2025, Indian Manpreet Singh walked up to receive his “Hero of the Match” award at the Hockey Asia Cup. The team had fought hard, and Singh’s performance was pivotal. Cameras flashed, applause followed until the prize money was revealed. A cheque of USD 200 (around ₹16,500). What should have been a moment of…
A Legacy of Persistence: How Annu Rani and Vikas Gowda Redefined Consistency in Indian Athletics For decades, Indian athletics was defined by flashes of brilliance sporadic moments of international success rather than sustained global presence. From Milkha Singh’s near miss at the Rome 1960 Olympics to P.T. Usha’s agonizing fourth place in Los Angeles 1984,…
In September 2025, the Indian government announced what it called a “Deepavali gift” to the nation: a sweeping reform of the Goods and Services Tax system, now branded as GST 2.0. More than just another adjustment to tax rates, the overhaul represents a major rethinking of how fiscal policy can shape everyday life and nowhere…
The Indian Men’s Hockey Team produced a commanding performance in their second Super 4s match at the Hero Men’s Hockey Asia Cup Rajgir Bihar 2025, defeating Malaysia 4-1 at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium. The night was made more memorable with captain Harmanpreet Singh earning his 250th international cap, a landmark achievement in his illustrious career….
The Hisor Central Stadium in Tajikistan is set to host one of the most crucial fixtures of the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 as India face Afghanistan on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 17:30 IST. While at first glance this might appear to be just another group stage contest, the reality is far more intense: it…
Asia Rugby 2025: A Season of Growth, Challenges and New Frontiers As rugby continues its steady rise in Asia, the months of September and October 2025 promise to be pivotal. Asia Rugby has rolled out a three-tier competition framework that blends youth development, elite sevens competition, and opportunities for emerging nations to climb the ladder….
Indian tennis has a new chapter at US Open 2025 to celebrate as Yuki Bhambri advanced to the men’s doubles quarterfinals of a Grand Slam for the very first time in his career. Partnering with New Zealand’s Michael Venus, Bhambri and his experienced teammate stunned the No. 4 seeds, Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz of…
Indian football is in the midst of one of the most turbulent periods in its history. The All India Football Federation (AIFF), the body responsible for running the sport in the country, is grappling with a multi-dimensional crisis that spans governance, commercial stability, and international credibility. What began as a constitutional dispute in the Supreme…
Indian tennis received another boost on Monday evening as Yuki Bhambri, partnering New Zealand’s Michael Venus, advanced to the men’s doubles pre-quarterfinals of the US Open. The 14th-seeded Indo-Kiwi duo produced a composed and efficient display to beat the alternate pairing of Gonzalo Escobar of Ecuador and Miguel Ángel Reyes-Varela of Mexico 6-1, 7-5 in…
Women’s football in Asia has entered a transformative phase, and at the heart of this evolution lies the AFC Women Champions League (AWCL). Launched in the 2024–25 season, the competition has quickly established itself as the continent’s premier stage for women’s club football, providing a professional platform for domestic champions to showcase their strength and…
Indian badminton’s doubles revolution added another proud chapter at the 2025 BWF World Championships in Paris, as Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty , Satwik-Chirag, secured a bronze medal their second medal at the sport’s most prestigious annual event after their 2022 podium finish in Tokyo. For a country long associated with singles champions, Satwik and…
The Indian women’s junior handball team ended their campaign at the 18th Asian Women Junior Handball Championship in Tashkent with a hard-fought 22–21 victory over Iran, securing 5th place in the continental event. It was India’s third straight nail-biting finish in as many games, underlining both the promise and the heartbreak of this campaign. India’s…
The tricolour flew high in Thailand as Harshita Jakhar produced a stunning performance to win gold in the Junior Women’s 3km Individual Pursuit at the Track Asia Cup 2025, defeating none other than the reigning junior Asian record holder, Samira Ismailova of Uzbekistan. Her victory was more than just a medal it was a moment…
For over a decade, India has found a way to return from the BWF World Championships with at least one medal. From 2011 onwards, the country’s finest shuttlers across singles and doubles have ensured the tricolor finds its place on the podium. On Friday evening in Paris, that streak extended into its 14th year, courtesy…
The countdown has officially begun for Season 4 of the Prime Volleyball League (PVL), which is set to kick off on October 2, 2025, at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad. The tournament will feature 38 high-octane matches, including the semifinals and final, and will mark Hyderabad’s return as the hub of professional volleyball, with the…
India will have a strong presence in the men’s doubles draw of the US Open 2025, with five players set to feature in the main draw. Leading the charge are the country’s top two doubles players Yuki Bhambri and Rohan Bopanna both hoping to make a deep run at the season’s last Grand Slam. India’s…
The next generation of Indian tennis is making its presence felt at the US Open junior qualifiers, with promising wins from Hitesh Chauhan and Rethin Pranav Senthil Kumar, both moving to within a step of the boys’ singles main draw. Seventh seed Hitesh Chauhan produced a dominant performance against J. Gaines, cruising to a 6-2,…
Some days in sport transcend the ordinary. They don’t just produce results, they create legacies, turning into reference points for future generations. For Indian badminton, August 28, 2025, at the BWF World Championships in Paris, will be remembered as one such day a day when three Indian acts, across singles, mixed doubles, and men’s doubles,…
Indian badminton fans witnessed history on Wednesday evening in Paris as Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto scripted one of the finest moments for mixed doubles in the country’s history at the world championships. The unseeded Indian pair stunned World No.5 and current Asian champions Tang Chun Man and Tse Ying Tsuet of Hong Kong, coming…
The 16th Asian Shooting Championship in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, delivered another moment of pride for Indian shooting. On Day 9, India’s Anish Bhanwala produced one of his finest performances on the continental stage, clinching silver in the men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol final. His score of 35/40 showcased both precision and nerves of steel, marking a…
The Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships 2025 turned into a showcase of Indian youth power as Koyel Bar etched her name in the history books with a record-breaking performance in the women’s 53kg category. Competing in New Delhi, the teenager not only struck gold but also matched and surpassed international standards in an emphatic display that underlined…
On a humid Monday evening in Phnom Penh, history was made. East Bengal FC’s women’s team, fresh off their Indian Women’s League (IWL) title, announced themselves on Asia’s biggest stage with a gritty 1–0 win against Phnom Penh Crown FC in the AFC Women’s Champions League 2025–26 Preliminary Stage Group E. The victory, secured by…
Indian athletics, specially Indian Javelin is on the cusp of another landmark moment. For the first time in history, the men’s javelin throw contingent could feature four athletes at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo 2025. While early discussions credited Rohit Yadav’s breakthrough performance with creating this opportunity, a closer analysis reveals a more…
Indian tennis received a welcome boost this week as Sidharth Rawat captured the M15 Nakhon Pathom title in Thailand, defeating home favorite Markus Malaszszak 6-4, 6-2 in the final. The victory marks Rawat’s third career ITF singles crown and, perhaps more importantly, his first title in three years, signalling a much-needed resurgence for the 30-year-old…
India’s campaign at the U20 Wrestling World Championships 2025 continued to gain momentum on Thursday, with Kajal’s gold medal in the women’s 72kg category leading the way. The former U17 world champion displayed grit and resilience to overcome China’s Yuqi Liu 8-6 in a gripping final. The medal was India’s second gold of the competition…
Indian football stands at a crossroads. On August 22, 2025, the Supreme Court of India stepped into the escalating standoff between the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL), directing both parties to resume negotiations on the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA). The case has been adjourned to August…
In a performance that will be remembered for years, Kajal, one of India’s brightest young wrestling talents, stormed into the women’s 72kg final at the World U20 Wrestling Championships with a stunning 13-6 victory over defending champion Jasmine Robinson of the USA. The semifinal clash was billed as one of the toughest tests of Kajal’s…
The 64th Indian Interstate Athletics Championships in Chennai produced a moment of redemption and resurgence for Dhanalakshmi Sekar, who stormed to the women’s 100m title with a lifetime best of 11.36 seconds. The performance not only gave her the national crown but also marked a remarkable comeback after serving a three-year doping ban, a period…
