With the ICC Women’s World Cup fast approaching, India’s women’s cricket team faces its sternest test yet a three-match ODI series against Australia at home from September 14 to 20, 2025. The India Women vs Australia promises to be a good preparation. More than a bilateral contest, this series is a rehearsal for the biggest…
The FIBA U16 Asia Cup 2025, set to tip off in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, represents far more than just another youth tournament. For India, it is a test of continuity, ambition, and the ability to build on historic progress. After their breakthrough run to fifth place in 2022, expectations for this year’s U16 team are higher…
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…
At just 18 years of age, Sairaj Pardeshi is quickly emerging as one of India’s brightest weightlifting prospects. His recent performances have not only shattered national records but also raised eyebrows across the weightlifting community why is a lifter of such calibre not yet representing India in the senior division? The youngster, weighing in at…
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…
Indian cycling has often been a tale of unfulfilled promise a sport with deep cultural roots but limited professional structure. That narrative may now be changing, thanks to the arrival of Kévin Sireau, the French sprint legend and two-time Olympic silver medallist. Appointed as India’s first foreign cycling coach in early 2024, Sireau has been…
When the Track Asian Cup 2025 rolls into Suphanburi, Thailand (August 28–30, 2025), the event will mean more to India than just another outing on the calendar. Classified as a UCI Class 1 (CL1) competition, the Asian Cup is a vital staging post for developing nations: a place to gather ranking points, test international competitiveness,…
When the International Chess Federation (FIDE) confirmed that the FIDE World Cup 2025 will be hosted in Goa, India, from October 30 to November 27, it marked more than just another stop in the World Championship cycle. It signaled the dawn of a new chapter in global chess one where India is no longer 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…
As the countdown to the ICC Women’s Cricket 2025 World Cup ticks down, excitement is palpable across India. Hosting the tournament alongside Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2, the Women in Blue, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, have a golden opportunity to claim their maiden 50-over World Cup title on home soil. With a…
Golden Glory in Ahmedabad: Mirabai’s Comeback Headlines India’s Triple Gold Show at Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships On a buzzing evening in Ahmedabad, Indian weightlifting witnessed one of its most memorable chapters. The Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships 2025 turned into a festival of medals for India, led by the iconic Mirabai Chanu, who made a triumphant comeback by…
The 18th Asian Women’s Junior Handball Championship, currently underway in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, has been a stern test for the Indian team. While the results so far have been mixed with one win and two defeats in their opening three matches the tournament has laid bare both the opportunities and challenges that define India’s path forward…
As India gears up to co-host the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 with Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2, the spotlight shines on rising stars: Pratika Rawal, Richa Ghosh and Kranti Gaud. These young guns, with their fearless approach and match-winning performances, could be the key to ending India’s quest for a…
India’s online gaming industry has been dealt its most decisive regulatory blow yet with the Online Money Gaming Bill. The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, recently passed by the Lok Sabha, enforces a blanket ban on all forms of online money gaming, including fantasy sports, poker, rummy, and online lotteries irrespective of…
The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is set to create history in more ways than one. For the first time ever, a global ICC tournament will be staged at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, a venue that has consistently drawn full houses for women’s international matches with its 45,000-seat capacity. The ground,…
Ajay Singh Re-Elected as Boxing Federation of India President in Landmark Elections, Pramod Kumar Secures Secretary General Post Pon Baskaran elected Treasurer to oversee financial stewardship of BFI The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) on Thursday concluded its much-anticipated elections, with Ajay Singh re-elected as President in a decisive contest. Singh, who has been at…
On August 21, 2025, Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw took to X (formerly Twitter) to explain the intent and framework behind the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, a landmark legislation that has reshaped India’s digital and sporting ecosystem overnight. In a clear, eight-part thread, the Minister described the Bill as a “balanced approach promoting…
The Junior Swimming World Championships 2025 continued to showcase rising global talent on Day 2, and Indian swimmers were once again in the thick of the action. While medals remained elusive, the young contingent put up determined efforts across three events the women’s 100m freestyle, the men’s 100m butterfly, and the men’s 200m freestyle. For…
The countdown has begun for the ICC Women’s Cricket 2025 World Cup, to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2. For India, this edition holds a special significance. Twice finalists in 2005 and 2017, the team has consistently flirted with glory, only to fall short at the last step….
The Junior World Swimming Championships 2025 got underway today in Otopeni, Romania, with young swimmers from across the globe showcasing their talent on one of the sport’s most prestigious youth stages. For India, Day 1 brought a blend of promising personal milestones, near-misses, and signs of future potential. While the country did not make it…
India unveiled its 15-member squad for the ICC Women 2025 World Cup on August 19, mixing experienced stalwarts with rising talents. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead in what could be her final World Cup, with Smriti Mandhana named vice-captain. The batting core features Mandhana, Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harleen Deol, Pratika Rawal, Richa Ghosh, and Yastika Bhatia….
A Timely Resurgence on Australian Soil for Yastika Bhatia The India A women’s tour of Australia in August 2025 arrived at a critical juncture for several players. After a disappointing 0–3 loss in the T20 leg, the ODI and Test matches were always going to be a measure of resilience and depth in Indian women’s…
When the World Aquatics Junior Championships begin on August 19 in Otopeni, Romania, India will enter with a quiet but growing sense of ambition. For years, Indian participation in this event has been about exposure, about measuring up to the best, about chasing personal bests rather than podiums. But the class of 2025 looks different….
India’s women’s canoe slalom team scripted history at the 2025 Asian Canoe Slalom Championships in Guizhou, China, clinching a remarkable silver medal in the team event. The trio of Pallavi Jagtap, Shikha Chauhan, and Rina Sen braved challenging waters and intense competition from Asia’s finest to deliver one of the most significant results in Indian…
The 38th Senior National Baseball Championship for Men and Women is set to be staged from August 29 to September 2, 2025, at the Sant Gadge Maharaj University Sports Field in Amravati, Maharashtra. Organized by the Amateur Baseball Federation of India (ABFI), this event is the flagship of Indian baseball, bringing together top state-level athletes…
Indian squash is enjoying a bright moment on the PSA Tour as Anahat Singh and Akanksha Salunkhe have both stormed into the semi-finals of the NSW Bega Open Squash 2025, a PSA Copper event in Australia. Their impressive runs mean India is guaranteed two chances at making history if either player lifts the title, it…
From September 13 to 19, 2025, the city of Seremban, Malaysia, will host eight emerging basketball nations in the FIBA U16 Women Asia Cup 2025 Division B. For these teams, this is more than a continental youth competition it’s the only gateway to Division A and, by extension, a possible berth in the FIBA U17…
When the 18th AHF Asian Junior Handball Championship begins in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from August 20–29, 2025, India’s U20 women will step onto the court not just as competitors but as defending champions. Three years ago in Almaty, they stunned the continent by lifting their first-ever title, ending South Korea’s near-total dominance of the competition. This…
The 2025 World Aquatics Championships, held in Singapore from July 11 to August 3, marked another chapter in India’s ongoing journey to establish itself in the global aquatics arena. With the theme “Water Shapes Us,” the 22nd edition of the championships saw over 2,500 athletes from 210 national federations compete across six disciplines: swimming, diving,…
India has reached a landmark moment in its sporting history by securing all four available surfing quotas for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi–Nagoya, Japan two for men and two for women. This achievement, marking the maximum representation allowed for any nation, comes ahead of surfing’s debut at the Asian Games and underscores India’s rapid…
The 2025 Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters has delivered drama, upsets, and top-tier chess in equal measure. Over the last few days at the Hyatt Regency Chennai, Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin claimed a morale-boosting win over compatriot Arjun Erigaisi, while German prodigy Vincent Keymer has remained unbeaten and in sole possession of the Masters lead after…
Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma has climbed to second place in the latest ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings, marking one of the highest positions achieved by an Indian bowler in recent years. The 27-year-old’s consistent performances with the ball have been a cornerstone of India’s success in the shortest format, and her latest ranking is a…
Mahabalipuram delivers high-octane finals at ASF Asian Surfing Championships 2025; Ramesh Budihal claims India’s first-ever continental medal The final day of the ASF Asian Surfing Championships 2025 delivered everything fans could hope for perfect waves, elite performances, and a historic first for Indian surfing. Under a bright Tamil Nadu sky, Mahabalipuram’s famed right-hand point break…
When the FIBA U16 Asia Cup 2025 tips off in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on August 31, the Indian U16 men’s basketball team will walk into its eighth consecutive main tournament appearance a streak that reflects both persistence and steady growth in youth basketball. This year’s campaign carries added weight. The top four finishers will punch their…
When the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 begins on September 30, 2025, it will not only signal the start of the tournament’s 13th edition, but also mark a defining moment in India’s sporting journey. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the month-long event will showcase the best eight teams in the world, with matches…
Nine out of ten women return with medals from U19 Asian Boxing Championships Bangkok; men’s finals yet to come Bangkok, August 10, 2025: India’s teenage women pugilists delivered a statement of intent at the U19 Asian Boxing Championships 2025, returning with a remarkable haul of nine medals from ten entries. On Sunday, Nisha (54 kg)…
Day 6 of the ASF Asian Surfing Championships 2025 at Mamallapuram’s iconic right-hand point break will go down as one of the most memorable in Indian surfing history. With the waves rolling in under clear skies and a palpable buzz on the beach, Indian fans witnessed a groundbreaking moment: Ramesh Budihal became the first Indian…
The sun-drenched shores of Mamallapuram turned into a theatre of high skill, courage, and precision as the Asian Surfing Championship 2025, organised by the Asian Surfing Federation, entered its fifth day. With some of Asia’s finest surfers taking on the challenging local waves, the day delivered both drama and history for Indian surfing four Indian…
It was a day of dominance for Indian boxing in Bangkok as ten Indian boxers, including seven women, booked their spots in the finals of the U19 Asian Boxing Championships 2025 with commanding performances in the semi-finals. The tournament, being held alongside the U22 Asian Boxing Championships, has further underlined India’s growing strength in the…
The second round of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025, being held at the Hyatt Regency, Chennai, brought a mix of decisive results and tense draws in the Masters section, with Germany’s Vincent Keymer emerging as the sole leader at the end of Day 2. Keymer’s powerful victory over India’s V Pranav set the tone,…
India’s men’s basketball team face a do-or-die situation when they meet hosts Saudi Arabia in their final Group C game of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 on August 9 at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. For the Cagers, it’s a simple equation win or go home. Sitting at the bottom of the group…
India’s medal tally at the U19 Asian Boxing Championships 2025 received a major boost on Thursday as five Indian male boxers punched their way into the semifinals, assuring themselves of at least a bronze. Their victories come on the heels of seven Indian women having already booked semifinal spots, taking India’s confirmed medal count in…
Indian Basketball Teams had a tough outing in the FISU 2025 What is FISU? FISU (International University Sports Federation) is the global governing body for university sports. Headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, it organizes and oversees international competitions for student-athletes worldwide. History of FISU University sports competitions trace their roots to the 1890s, evolving alongside the…
The third edition of the Quantbox Chennai Grandmasters 2025 got underway at the Hyatt Regency on Wednesday, with top seeds Arjun Erigaisi and Vincent Keymer setting the tone with commanding victories in the opening round of the Masters section. The prestigious classical-format tournament, now firmly established as India’s strongest, began with a mix of clinical…
In a contest that underlined the gulf in experience, tactical cohesion, and depth, China handed India a comprehensive 100–69 defeat at the FIBA Asia Cup 2025. From the opening whistle to the final buzzer, China controlled the tempo, executed crisp offensive sets, and forced India into numerous turnovers that translated into easy baskets. For India,…
The Battle of Aspirations: Emerging India vs Established China When India takes on China in their second Group C match at the FIBA Asia Cup 2025, it will not just be a game of basketball, but a clash of two contrasting narratives. On one side stands India, ranked 76th in the world, a team on…
It was a dominant day for Indian boxing at the U22 Asian Boxing Championships 2025 in Bangkok as four Indian boxers Neeraj, Ishan Kataria, Yatri Patel, and Priya advanced to the finals of their respective categories with commanding semifinal wins on Wednesday. With their assured silver medals, the young pugilists now stand one win away…
In a remarkable moment for Indian sailing, Mumbai’s Zahaan Hemrajani achieved a top-10 finish at the U17 O’pen Skiff World Championships in Nishinomiya, Japan, held from July 17–23, 2025. This landmark performance considered one of the best ever by an Indian sailor in a global youth sailing event not only highlights Zahaan’s individual brilliance but…
India’s most prestigious classical chess tournament, the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters (QCGM) 2025, is set to unfold in the country’s chess capital from August 7 to 15 at the Hyatt Regency, Chennai. Now in its third edition, the event has evolved into a permanent fixture on the international chess calendar, bringing together ten of the…
