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It was a day to remember for Indian swimming at the FISU World University Games 2025 in Berlin, as Srihari Nataraj delivered a remarkable performance in the men’s 200m freestyle, rewriting the national record books and reminding everyone why he remains one of India’s most dependable names in the pool. The lanky swimmer from Bengaluru…
Indian swimming witnessed a defining moment yesterday when 21-year-old Rohit Benedicton shattered national records not once, but twice on the same day at the World University Games. Competing in the highly competitive men’s 50m butterfly, Rohit first erased a seven-year-old national record in the morning heats, clocking 24.00 seconds, and then surpassed his own mark…
In what was a moment of pure brilliance for Indian swimming, Rohit Benedicton delivered a record-shattering performance at the World University Games 2025, rewriting the national record in the Men’s 50m Butterfly. The 22-year-old swimmer clocked an impressive 24.00 seconds, eclipsing the previous national best of 24.09 seconds set by veteran swimmer Virdhawal Khade at…
For over two decades, India has sent athletes to compete among the world’s best at the World Aquatics Championships. From iconic pools to challenging open waters and high diving platforms, Indian athletes have carried not just their nation’s colours, but also the hope of narrowing the gap with global powerhouses. While medals have so far…
At just 15, Dhinidhi Desinghu is already a name to remember in Indian swimming. The youngest Indian to participate in the 2024 Paris Olympics, she embodies a story that’s equal parts perseverance, transformation, and quiet revolution. In a world where Olympic dreams often take decades to manifest, Dhinidhi’s six-year journey from hating the water to…
At the recently concluded 2025 Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Jecheon, South Korea, a young Indian gymnast made headlines with his fearless routines, high composure, and historic finish in the men’s junior vault event. Akshat Bajaj, representing India in his first-ever international competition, not only qualified for the Vault Final with the third-best score in…
On a bright evening at the County Ground in Bristol, India Women scripted a performance that was part grit, part brilliance, and all heart. Fuelled by standout performances from Amanjot Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues, and backed by a clinical bowling display led by Shree Charani, India defeated England by 24 runs in the second T20I,…
In a country where cricket is a religion, Narender Kumar’s journey stands out like a rare curveball. Hailing from the bustling lanes of Delhi, he’s one of the few Indians to make a mark in baseball, softball, and even the Finnish national sport, Pesäpallo. From winning gold for India to coaching Ukraine’s women’s team, and…
India is set to welcome Asia’s top aquatic athletes in October 2025, as it plays host to the 11th Asian Swimming Championships at the newly built Naranpura Sports Complex in Ahmedabad. This marks the return of the continental championship to India after a nine-year gap, and the Swimming Federation of India (SFI) is taking deliberate…
At just 15 years of age, Karnataka’s Dhinidhi Desinghu has etched her name in Indian swimming history. On Day 3 of the 78th Senior National Aquatic Championships, the prodigious teen stunned the country by becoming the first Indian woman to swim the 100m freestyle in under 57 seconds, clocking 56.78s and in doing so, breaking…
India Sweep All Golds at Asian Squash Doubles Championships 2025: Anahat, Velevan, Abhay, Joshna Shine Bright India scripted a historic clean sweep at the 2025 Asian Squash Doubles Championships in Johor, Malaysia, clinching all three gold medals on offer a feat that showcases the nation’s rising stature in the doubles format of squash. From thrilling…
India Dominate Asian Doubles Squash Championships with Three Final Berths India’s squash contingent produced a stunning display at the Asian Doubles Squash Championships, with three Indian pairs storming into their respective finals, highlighting the country’s growing prowess in doubles formats. Leading the charge are Abhay Singh, Anahat Singh, Joshna Chinappa, and Velavan Senthilkumar, all of…
Rujula S Becomes India’s Fastest Woman Swimmer, Breaks 17-Year-Old National Record at Senior Nationals At the 78th Senior National Aquatics Championships in Bhubaneswar, history was rewritten in the blink of an eye 26.36 seconds to be exact. Karnataka’s Rujula S emerged as the fastest woman swimmer in India, smashing a 17-year-old national record in the…
The 78th Senior Swimming National Championships, currently underway at the state-of-the-art Kalinga Stadium Aquatic Centre, has witnessed a sensational start, with three national records falling in two days. The championship, which features India’s top swimmers including Paris Olympians Srihari Nataraj and Dhinidhi Desinghu, is proving to be a celebration of youth, speed, and the growing…
Ultimate Kho Kho League Returns on November 29 at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi After two exhilarating seasons that redefined the sporting landscape for Kho Kho, Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) is set to return with its most ambitious edition yet. Season 3 kicks off on November 29, 2025, at the iconic Indira Gandhi Indoor…
India’s top sabre fencer C.A. Bhavani Devi delivered a commendable performance at the 2025 Asian Fencing Championships in Bali, finishing 10th overall in the women’s sabre individual category. Summary in 90 : Bhavani Devi finished 10th in the women’s sabre event at the 2024 Asian Fencing Championships in Bali. After an impressive run in the…
Hyderabad Heroes Record Biggest Win of the Tournament; Chennai Bulls Remain Unbeaten at the Top in GMR RPL Mumbai, 17 June 2025: It was a night of dominant rugby action at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex (Andheri Sports Complex) as the Chennai Bulls and Hyderabad Heroes registered emphatic victories in Season 1 of the…
India’s rising fencing star Karan Singh delivered one of his most commendable performances to date, securing a top-10 finish at the 2025 Asian Fencing Championships held in Bali, Indonesia. Competing in the Men’s Individual Sabre, the 21-year-old Indian fencer showcased impressive form throughout the competition, finishing in 9th place, narrowly missing out on a quarterfinal…
The Chennai Bulls and Bengaluru Bravehearts made strong statements on a rain-soaked Monday at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex, as Season 1 of the GMR Rugby Premier League (RPL) gathered pace. The Bulls, with their second straight win, moved to the top of the table, while the Bravehearts, unbeaten in two matches, climbed to…
Celebrating the Unstoppable Spirit of India’s Women’s Ice Hockey Team: A Call for Government Support On the icy rinks where dreams are forged, a group of determined women from India has etched their names into sporting history. The Indian women’s ice hockey team has clinched their first-ever historic medal—a feat achieved against all odds, without…
‘Indian Players Have Some Serious Skills’: Tim Walsh Backs GMR Rugby Premier League to Fuel India’s Olympic Rugby Dream Mumbai Dreamers head coach Tim Walsh believes the GMR Rugby Premier League is laying the foundation for India’s rise in rugby sevens. Tim Walsh, the head coach of Mumbai Dreamers, has voiced strong support for the…
Pranati Nayak Wins Bronze in Vault Final at 2025 Asian Gymnastics Championships, Protistha Samanta Finishes 4th India’s women gymnasts made a strong statement at the 12th Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships 2025 held in Jecheon, South Korea, as Pranati Nayak clinched a Bronze medal in the Senior Women’s Vault Final with a score of 13.466, while…
A New Course for Indian Women Rowing: IIS-RFI Partnership Aims to Spark Asian Games Breakthrough Rowing is a sport that demands power, precision, and persistence. Yet in India—a nation of rivers, backwaters, and lakes—women’s rowing has never quite found its rhythm on the international stage. That could be about to change. In a landmark development,…
Indian swimming star Srihari Nataraj has once again etched his name in the history books, this time in the 200m Freestyle event. Competing at the Singapore National Swimming Championships, Srihari clocked 1:48.66, breaking his own previous national record of 1:49.73, set earlier in 2024. His gold-medal-winning performance in Singapore not only secured the top podium…
The Indian Women’s Softball team will return to continental action this July as they take the field at the Women’s Softball Asia Cup 2025, hosted in Xi’an, China. The stakes are high: not only is this Asia’s premier women’s softball tournament, but it also serves as the qualifier for the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup,…
Indian cycling star Esow Alban took to social media today to share a chilling incident from his training session: “Hit from behind today while training. Bikers at 100+ km/h. No regret. Just blame. I ride for India. We cyclists deserve safety and respect.” A rising icon in Indian sport, Esow was hit from behind by…
With determination in their eyes and the tricolour stitched to their judogi, 18 young Indian judokas stepped onto the tatami at the 2025 Asian Judo Championships, held at the MCC Hall in Bangkok, Thailand. From April 25 to 27, the event brought together 289 athletes from 29 nations, all chasing glory on one of Asia’s…
Here is a comprehensive week-wise breakdown of the India sports schedule May 2025, covering key international and domestic events across Olympic and para sports. This summary ensures fans stay informed of India’s sporting representation around the globe. Week 1 (May 1–4): A High-Octane Start Across Continents India begins May with a busy schedule across sports:…
The Indian cycling contingent delivered a powerful opening statement at the 2025 Hong Kong International Track Cup, held from April 19–21. With over 150 elite cyclists from around the world competing, India’s sprint squad stepped up in style—clinching medals and setting the stage for what could be a landmark season in the lead-up to Asian…
The 2025 Asian Judo Championships are set to ignite the MCC Hall in Bangkok, Thailand from April 24 to 28, with over 295 competitors from 30 countries ready to battle for continental supremacy. This year’s edition, part of the IJF World Tour, promises high-octane action across five days, concluding with the much-anticipated Mixed Team event…
Indian gymnast Pranati Nayak added another feather to her cap by securing a bronze medal in the women’s vault final at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics Apparatus World Cup 2025 in Antalya, Turkey. The 29-year-old Olympian delivered an impressive performance, scoring 13.417 to finish third behind Jayla Hang (13.667) and Claire Pease (13.567) from the USA….
Indian gymnastics received a major boost as Pranati Nayak, the ace gymnast from Odisha, secured her place in the Vault Final at the FIG Antalya World Cup 2025. Finishing third in the qualification round with a score of 13.317, Pranati displayed her exceptional skill and consistency against a competitive field of international gymnasts. A Historic…
India is set to make history by hosting the Asian Swimming Championships for the first time, with the prestigious event scheduled to take place at the New Naranpura Sports Complex in Ahmedabad from October 1 to 15, 2025. The announcement, made by the Swimming Federation of India (SFI), confirms that the event has received in-principle…
The 2025 UCI Track Nations Cup kicked off in Konya, Turkey, from March 14 to 16, featuring some of the best track cyclists from around the world. For India, the event marked a significant step forward, with Esow Alben delivering a solid performance in the Men’s Keirin and the Indian Men’s Sprint Team breaking the…
The Indian Men Sprint Team has etched its name into the history books once again by setting a new national record at the UCI Track Nations Cup in Konya, Turkey. Clocking an impressive 44.187 seconds, the team not only broke the previous national record of 44.451 seconds but also showcased India’s growing strength in track…
The 2025 Asian Track Cycling Championships in Malaysia saw exceptional performances from India’s cyclists, with Harshita Jakhar and Ronaldo Laitonjam leading the charge in junior and senior categories, respectively. Held from February 21 to 27, 2025, at the Velodrom Nasional Malaysia in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, the event showcased India’s rising prominence in competitive track cycling….
Indian cycling has found a new sensation in Harshita Jakhar, a young athlete who is rapidly making a name for herself on the international stage. Competing at the Asian Junior Cycling Championships 2025, Harshita delivered an outstanding performance, clinching an impressive five medals across track and road events. Her achievements not only highlight her individual…
Subedar Vishnu Saravanan of the Indian Army’s Yachting Node continues to make waves in the world of competitive sailing. At the recently concluded 7th Sailing Grand Prix in Vilamoura, Portugal, Vishnu showcased his skill and resilience, securing an 11th-place finish among a strong fleet of 87 ILCA 7 sailors. This performance further cements his position…
The Asian Junior Team Squash Championships, held every alternate year, determine which junior squash team in Asia reigns supreme in the boys’ and girls’ categories. Organised by the Asian Squash Federation, the tournament showcases the region’s top junior talent. The 22nd edition of the Asian Junior Team Championships took place at the Hong Kong Squash…
The finals of the Handball event at the 38th National Games witnessed intense competition as Himachal Pradesh and SSCB emerged victorious in the women’s and men’s categories, respectively. In the women’s final, Himachal Pradesh outplayed Haryana with a commanding 46-39 victory, securing the gold medal, while Haryana settled for silver. Rajasthan claimed the bronze. Whereas,…
The Judo competition at the 38th National Games saw intense action, with standout performances specially by tulika and across the weight categories. In the men’s +100kg category, Yash Vijayran from SSCB claimed the gold, with Ritik from Punjab securing the silver. Aditya Parab from Maharashtra earned the bronze, while Yash Ghangas from Haryana rounded out…
The fencing competitions at the 38th National Games, held in Uttarakhand, concluded with gripping matches. On the final day, events for the Men’s Sabre Team, Women’s Épée Team, and Women’s Foil Team took place, where Services, Haryana, and Tamil Nadu claimed gold medals in their respective categories. In the Men’s Sabre Team event, eight teams…
Maharashtra stole the spotlight on the fourth day of the 38th National Games, delivering a stellar performance in gymnastics at national games and clinching multiple gold medals. From acrobatic to trampoline events, the state’s gymnasts showcased exceptional skill and precision, outshining their competitors. With dominance across categories, Maharashtra reaffirmed its stronghold in Indian gymnastics, setting…
The fourth and final day of Taekwondo at the 38th National Games witnessed intense competition as athletes battled for supremacy in both Kyorugi and Poomsae categories. With power-packed performances and strategic combat, the event wrapped up on a high note, crowning champions across multiple weight divisions. In the Kyorugi Female Under 53 Kg category, Gujarat’s…
Tamil Nadu’s Double Victory in Squash, Goa Wins Women’s Singles Gold, Maharashtra Triumphs in Team Event at Squash in National Games 2025 The squash events at the 38th National Games were held at the Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar in Dehradun from January 30 to February 3, 2025. With 131 participants across four events, the competition…
The rowing competition at the 38th National Games concluded on a high note today, wrapping up a thrilling three-day event held from February 3 to 5 at the picturesque Water Sports Complex in Koti Colony, Tehri, Uttarakhand. With over 20 teams participating from across the nation, the competition was marked by exceptional performances, particularly from…
David Beckham from Andaman and Nicobar had a great outing on Day 1 of the Road Cycling finals with three medals, including one gold, one silver, and one bronze. Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) bagged a gold and a silver medal on Monday. The remaining seven medals were won by players from seven different states….
Day 4 of the Aquatics competition at the 38th National Games showcased fierce competition and remarkable performances from athletes specially Sajan Prakash and across India, with standout moments in swimming and 3MT SB events. The day witnessed exceptional races in the butterfly, breaststroke, and relay events, as well as the 3MT SB Women’s event. Event…
On the first day of the Swimming at National Games competition, there were six swimming events and three were won by Dhinidhi Fourteen-year-old swimmer Dhinidhi Desinghu was the cynosure of all eyes as she stamped her authority with three gold medals as Karnataka made a splash in the pool, grabbing five gold and two silver…
The 38th National Games, set in the picturesque state of Uttarakhand, is a highly anticipated 18-day national sporting extravaganza. Judo at National Games 2025 is a much anticipated sport. Featuring the participation of around 10,000 athletes and officials from 38 teams, the Games promise to be an exciting celebration of athletic excellence. Among the many…
