The Chennai Bulls delivered a resilient and composed performance to secure the Bowl title at the prestigious HKFC Rugby 10s tournament, defeating HKFC Natixis Club 14-10 in a closely contested final. The victory marked a significant milestone for Indian rugby on the international stage, highlighting both the growing competitiveness of Indian franchises and the effectiveness…
India’s campaign at the PSA Bronze-level Hamburg Open began on a positive note, with veteran Joshna Chinappa and rising men’s player Veer Chotrani registering convincing victories to move into the next round. While the duo led the charge with composed performances, it was a mixed outing overall for the Indian contingent, with Velavan Senthilkumar and…
India’s rhythmic gymnastics journey at the FIG Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, marked a significant individual milestone as Kimaya Karle delivered the best score by an Indian gymnast in the current World Cup cycle (2025–28). Competing against a strong field of 71 gymnasts, Karle produced a standout performance in the ball apparatus, scoring…
Indian rugby took a meaningful step forward on the international stage as the Chennai Bulls delivered a landmark performance at the prestigious HKFC Rugby 10s, highlighted by a historic 33-21 victory over Tsunami East Africans. While the results across the tournament reflected the challenges of competing against seasoned global teams, the breakthrough moments — particularly…
Indian equestrian sport is undergoing a decisive transformation one that blends legacy, governance reform, elite performance, and global integration into a cohesive high-performance ecosystem. At the centre of this evolution stands the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI), established in 1967, which continues to serve as the apex body governing equestrian disciplines in the country. Recognised…
Indian chess witnessed a landmark moment as Vaishali Rameshbabu scripted history by winning the FIDE Women’s Candidates 2026, earning the right to challenge reigning world champion Ju Wenjun later this year. At just 24, Vaishali has become the first Indian woman to win the prestigious Candidates tournament, marking a defining breakthrough not only in her…
India’s women’s golf contingent will once again be under the spotlight on the international stage as Diksha Dagar leads a five-player team at the Joburg Ladies Open, set to begin in Johannesburg on Thursday. The event, co-sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour (LET) and the Sunshine Ladies Tour, provides a crucial competitive platform for Indian…
The AM Green Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) shifts to one of Africa’s most iconic venues this week, with the Royal Johannesburg Golf Club set to host the South African leg of the circuit. As the third event of the 2026 season and the second stop in the African swing, the tournament brings together a…
Shubhankar Sharma delivered a composed and clinical performance to take control of the inaugural Boulders Classic, carding a second successive six-under 66 to open up a two-shot lead after two rounds at the Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club on Wednesday. The 29-year-old, returning to domestic competition after a prolonged absence, moved to 12-under 132…
Rajgir is once again set to become the centre of Indian rugby as the State Sports Complex prepares to host the 13th Senior National Rugby Sevens Championships from April 16 to 21, 2026. With participation from 27 teams in the women’s category and 26 teams in the men’s competition, the event marks one of the…
Indian squash continues its steady rise on the global stage, and at the center of this momentum is Abhay Singh, who has achieved a career-best world ranking of No. 22. The jump from World No. 25 to 22 comes on the back of a crucial performance on the PSA World Tour, underlining a phase of…
India’s approach to the 2026 IWF World Junior Weightlifting Championships in Ismailia, Egypt, reflects a clear shift in planning, prioritisation, and long-term athlete development. With several top junior lifters withdrawn from the competition, the Indian contingent heading to Egypt represents a carefully selected mix of emerging talent rather than the country’s absolute best in the…
Indian volleyball has been plunged into fresh turmoil after two senior players, Anand K and John Joseph, walked out of the national camp in Ahmedabad, citing a range of serious concerns that point toward deeper structural and administrative issues within the system. The duo’s exit is not an isolated incident but rather a reflection of…
In Indian sport, stories of resilience are not uncommon. But every once in a while, a journey emerges that transcends results, rankings, and medals. The story of Vishvanath Suresh is one such narrative deeply personal, rooted in sacrifice, and defined by a dream that refused to fade with time. Long before Vishvanath stepped into the…
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a record prize money pool of USD 8.76 million for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, underlining the rapid commercial and competitive growth of women’s cricket on the global stage. The tournament, scheduled to be held in England and Wales from June 12, will feature an expanded field…
South Africa have announced a 15-member squad for their upcoming five-match women’s T20I series against India, scheduled from April 17 to 27, in what will serve as their final competitive assignment ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England. Led by Laura Wolvaardt, the series represents a critical phase in South Africa’s…
The inaugural Little Andaman Pro 2026 concluded with Tamil Nadu surfers asserting their dominance, as Sivaraj Babu and Kamali Moorthy clinched the Men’s and Women’s Open Surfing titles respectively. Held at the iconic Butler Bay in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, the four-day national championship brought together the country’s top surfing and stand-up paddling talent,…
India’s swimming landscape witnessed a landmark moment as 16-year-old Tanishi Gupta delivered a record-breaking performance at the Malaysia Open Championships 2026, clocking 1:00.54 in the women’s 100m butterfly to set a new national record. In doing so, she eclipsed the previous mark of 1:00.93, signaling not just a personal milestone but a significant leap forward…
The Little Andaman Pro 2026 continued to build momentum on Day 2, delivering a compelling mix of elite performances and rising talent across both surfing and stand-up paddleboarding disciplines. Hosted in the scenic waters of Little Andaman, the national championship has quickly established itself as a significant addition to India’s competitive surfing calendar, combining high-level…
The inaugural Little Andaman Pro 2026 continued to deliver high-quality action on Day 2, with India’s top stand-up paddlers and surfers putting on a compelling show at Butler Bay. In the headline events, Sekar Patchai reaffirmed his status as the country’s leading stand-up paddler by clinching the Men’s Technical SUP title, while Arthi produced a…
Sachin Baisoya’s long-awaited breakthrough on the IGPL Tour finally arrived in emphatic fashion as the Indian golfer clinched the IGPL Invitational 2026 Mauritius title, overturning a two-shot deficit with a commanding final-round performance. Competing at the picturesque Anahita Golf Course in Port Louis, Baisoya produced a clinical 5-under 67 to finish at 11-under overall, sealing…
The inaugural Little Andaman Pro 2026 began with a clear narrative on Day 1 Tamil Nadu’s surfers stamped their authority across categories, delivering standout performances at Butler Bay to underline their dominance in India’s surfing landscape. The national-level Surfing and Stand-Up Paddling (SUP) championship, organised by the Surfing Federation of India and backed by Andaman…
India signed off from the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 with a statement performance, as Vishvanath Suresh clinched gold in the men’s 50kg category to take the country’s tally to five gold medals. The young boxer produced a composed and dominant display in the final, defeating Japan’s Daichi Iwai by a unanimous 5-0 decision to underline…
The inaugural edition of the Little Andaman Pro 2026 got underway in spectacular fashion, marking a defining moment for Indian surfing as the national-level championship made its debut in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Set against the pristine backdrop of Butler Bay, the event has brought together the country’s top surfing and stand-up paddling (SUP)…
India’s women boxers delivered a landmark performance at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, finishing at the top of the medal standings with an impressive haul of 10 medals. The team’s tally four gold, two silver and four bronze underlined India’s growing strength in women’s boxing at the continental level and marked one…
Gaganjeet Bhullar arrives in Mauritius with confidence, momentum and familiar ambition as the AM Green Indian Golf Premier League moves into its second event of the 2026 season. For one of Indian golf’s most accomplished professionals, the objective is simple and unchanged contend, win, and keep building toward a larger target. The 37-year-old remains the…
India’s surfing landscape is set for a landmark moment as the Andaman & Nicobar Islands prepare to host their first-ever national surfing championship the Little Andaman Pro 2026. Scheduled from April 9 to 12 at Butler Bay Beach, the event is being organised by the Surfing Federation of India in association with the Andaman &…
India’s boxing contingent delivered one of its most commanding performances in recent continental history, with eight pugilists six women and two men booking their places in the finals of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Ulaanbaatar on Tuesday. The day belonged to a disciplined and tactically sharp Indian squad, headlined by strong semifinal wins from…
India’s surfing landscape is set for a significant shift as the Little Andaman Pro 2026 prepares to make its debut from April 9–12 at Butler Bay. Organised by the Surfing Federation of India and supported by Andaman & Nicobar Tourism, the event marks the first-ever national surfing and stand-up paddling championship to be held in…
As India intensifies its preparations for the upcoming Asian Games, the ongoing high-performance kabaddi camp at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) in Bellary has emerged as a critical phase in shaping the country’s elite talent pool. Bringing together top probables from across the nation, the camp is designed to sharpen physical conditioning, refine skills,…
Indian golf’s rising star Karandeep Kochhar arrives in Mauritius at a pivotal moment in his career, carrying momentum, confidence, and growing expectations as he prepares for the IGPL Invitational 2026 Mauritius. Hosted by Indian tennis legend Leander Paes, the event marks the beginning of the three-leg Africa swing of the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL),…
Indian rugby’s flagship franchise competition is set for a significant step forward as GMR Sports, in partnership with Rugby India, announced that the second edition of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) will be held in Hyderabad from June 16 to 28, 2026. The tournament will take place at the Gachibowli Stadium, marking a shift from…
India’s boxing contingent delivered one of its most complete performances at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026, as the women’s team secured a remarkable clean sweep of semifinal berths, guaranteeing a medal for every participant. The men’s team complemented the showing with six boxers advancing to the last four, underlining India’s growing depth across weight categories…
India’s boxing contingent delivered one of its most impressive days at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Ulaanbaatar, headlined by a sensational victory from Havaldar Vishvanath Suresh, who outclassed reigning world champion and World No. 1 Sanzhar Tashkenbay of Kazakhstan to book his place in the semifinals. The 5-0 unanimous decision win in the men’s…
India’s top-ranked squash player Abhay Singh produced one of the standout results of his career, pulling off a remarkable comeback victory over World No. 13 Aly Abou Eleinen in the opening round of the prestigious El Gouna International Squash Open 2026, a PSA Platinum event. In a match that showcased resilience, tactical intelligence, and mental…
India’s campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 gathered significant momentum on Day 5 in Ulaanbaatar, as three of the country’s leading women boxers Nikhat Zareen, Priya, and Preeti Pawar advanced to the semifinals, thereby confirming at least three medals for the contingent. In a tournament known for its depth and competitiveness, India’s women once…
The AM Green Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) took a significant step forward in shaping the future of professional golf in India with the official announcement of squads for all ten franchises ahead of the 2026 season. Unveiled at a high-profile event in New Delhi, the squad finalisation marks a defining milestone for a league…
India delivered a commanding performance at the World Archery Para Series in Bangkok, headlined by an inspiring gold medal win in the compound women’s team event. The pairing of Sheetal Devi and Payal Nag not only secured the title but also symbolised resilience and excellence, as the duo overcame Kazakhstan 150-147 in a high-quality final….
As India’s women’s kabaddi probables undergo an intensive high-performance camp at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) in Bellary, the emphasis on scientific training methods and structured recovery has emerged as a defining feature of the preparation. For seasoned all-rounder Sonali Shingate, this shift represents a crucial evolution in Indian kabaddi’s approach ahead of the…
India’s campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 gathered further momentum on Day 3 as Vishvanath Suresh and Sachin delivered impressive victories to progress in their respective categories. Against a backdrop of intense continental competition, both boxers showcased composure, technical precision, and tactical awareness to move a step closer to the medal rounds. Vishvanath Suresh…
India’s para archers made a powerful statement on the qualification day of the Para World Archery Series, delivering a series of high-quality performances across categories. Headlined by world champion Sheetal Devi and a consistent showing from Toman in the men’s compound section, India not only secured top individual rankings but also dominated the team standings….
India’s campaign at the FIDE Candidates 2026 Tournament continued to unfold with a blend of resilience and challenge, as Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and Rameshbabu Vaishali secured steady draws in Round 4, while Divya Deshmukh suffered her first defeat in the women’s section. With the tournament reaching its early critical phase before the first rest day, the…
India’s recurve archers delivered a composed and impactful performance on qualification day at the Para World Archery Series, with Vijay and Harvinder Singh finishing first and second respectively in the men’s event. The strong showing extended across categories, as India also secured top positions in team standings, underlining both depth and consistency within the squad….
India’s campaign at the 2026 Squash World Championships Asia Qualifying event in Hong Kong saw contrasting outcomes on Wednesday, as Tanvi Khanna progressed to the quarterfinals with a commanding performance, while veteran Joshna Chinappa suffered an early exit. With only one qualification spot available for the upcoming PSA World Championships, the stakes at the continental…
India’s men’s 3×3 basketball team delivered one of its most complete performances in recent years, finishing unbeaten in Qualifying Draw D to secure a place in the main draw of the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2026. Entering the competition as the lowest-seeded team in the group, India defied expectations with a flawless 3-0 record, overcoming…
Indian surfing is set to enter a defining phase as the inaugural Little Andaman Pro 2026 National Surf & SUP Championship kicks off from April 9 to 12 at Butler Bay Beach. Organised by the Surfing Federation of India (SFI) and presented by Andaman and Nicobar Tourism, the event will mark the official start of…
India’s campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 continued with a mix of commanding success and spirited resistance on Day 2, as Priya delivered a dominant victory while Jadumani Singh produced one of the most competitive bouts of the day against a top-seeded opponent. Competing against some of Asia’s finest boxing talent in Ulaanbaatar, the…
India’s campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 got off to an ideal start as Preeti Pawar and Deepak registered impressive victories in their respective opening bouts in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Facing quality opposition from two of Asia’s strongest boxing nations, both Indian pugilists displayed composure, tactical discipline, and control to secure crucial wins. The results…
India’s boxing contingent is set to begin its campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 with a mix of favourable draws and early high-pressure contests, as the official bout schedule revealed key matchups across weight categories. With several top names receiving first-round byes and others facing challenging opponents, the stage is set for a crucial…
In the weightlifting arena at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 in Raipur, Babulal Hembrom stood on the podium with a silver medal around his neck. For many, it was another promising performance in India’s growing strength sports ecosystem. But for the 19-year-old from Jharkhand, it was another step in a journey defined by resilience,…
