The inaugural World Boxing Championships Liverpool 2025 has reached its most decisive stage yet: the quarterfinals. Scheduled for September 10, the day carries monumental significance not only for the athletes stepping into the ring but also for the sport itself. Victories today mean more than just advancement to the semi-finals. They guarantee a place on…
For the Sultanate of Oman, the past month has been one of soul-searching on the football pitch and India vs Oman is very much in the midst of it. Within the span of weeks, the country witnessed two painful defeats the national team’s loss to India in the third-place playoff of the CAFA Nations Cup,…
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…
The 17th Wushu World Championships in Brazil proved to be a historic outing for the Indian contingent, as the team returned home with four medals three silvers in women’s sanda and a bronze in the men’s division. While the elusive gold medal remained out of reach, the performances of Aparna, Kareena Kaushik, Shivani, and Sagar…
In Indian sport, where cricketing heroes and badminton champions often dominate headlines, the story of Pranati Nayak is one that deserves far greater recognition. Born in a small village in West Bengal, raised in modest circumstances, and fueled by an extraordinary determination, Pranati has risen to become one of India’s most consistent gymnasts on the…
India’s campaign at the inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool saw contrasting fortunes on Saturday. While two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen and Sachin Siwach advanced comfortably to the round of 16, Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain and newcomer Hitesh Gulia bowed out earlier than expected, raising questions about consistency and preparation at the elite…
The inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool has quickly become more than just a global showcase of skill it has emerged as the proving ground for nations preparing for the next Olympic cycle. For India, Day 3 of the competition stood out as a pivotal juncture, with five boxers ranging from proven world champions…
India’s Golden Charge at the Wushu World Championships 2025: Aparna, Kareena, Shivani in Finals, Sagar Secures Fourth Medal India is experiencing a watershed moment in World Wushu Championships history. At the 2025 edition in Brazil, the country’s athletes have delivered a string of electrifying performances, storming into finals and confirming multiple medals. For a sport…
Day 2 of the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool promises to be a pivotal one for India, as four of its pugilists step into the ring for their preliminary bouts. After Day 1 victories by Pawan Bartwal, Sakshi, and Sanamacha Chanu, the Indian contingent is looking to build momentum and strengthen its campaign at…
Just weeks before the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, India’s plans have been jolted by an unexpected injury blow. Wicket-keeper batter Yastika Bhatia has been ruled out with a left knee injury sustained during the preparatory camp in Visakhapatnam. In her place, the selectors have drafted in Uma Chetry, a promising cricketer from Assam,…
The Indian boxing contingent made a powerful statement on the opening day of the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, clinching three victories out of four bouts to set the tone for what promises to be a competitive campaign. While debutant Harsh Chaudhary faced an early exit, Pawan Bartwal, Sakshi Chaudhary, and Thokchom Sanamacha Chanu…
Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh has officially launched the Indian Golf Premier League IGPL Tour 2025, a first-of-its-kind multi-city professional golf circuit designed to transform the sport’s ecosystem in India. The inaugural tour tees off on September 10 at the Chandigarh Golf Club, marking the beginning of a landmark chapter for Indian golf. The launch…
The spotlight is on India’s wushu contingent as the team arrives in Brazil for the 17th World Wushu Championships (WWC), set to run from September 1–8, 2025. With a squad that blends seasoned Sanda fighters and an emerging group of Taolu specialists, India enters the competition with its most balanced team to date. The World…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool mark the beginning of a new era for the sport under the governance of World Boxing. For India, which has steadily built a reputation as a powerhouse in women’s boxing, the tournament is both an opportunity and a test. With a 10-member women’s contingent led by Nikhat Zareen…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool marks the dawn of a new era for Olympic boxing. It is the first elite global tournament under World Boxing, the body that replaced the IBA after years of governance scandals. For India, the event is not only about medals but also about establishing itself in this transformed…
The 2025 Boxing World Championships enter another decisive day with four Indian boxers ready to step into the ring. With action spread across morning and evening sessions, India’s campaign will feature bouts in both men’s and women’s divisions. Morning Session (Starting 3:30pm IST) Pawan Bartwal – 55kg Men (Ring B, Bout 5 | ~4:30pm IST)…
When the World Boxing Championships 2025 kick off at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on September 4, a new era for the sport will officially begin. This will be the inaugural edition under World Boxing, the newly established global governing body that has replaced the IBA, and India will arrive with a formidable 20-member…
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….
The Prime Volleyball League (PVL) powered by Scapia unveiled the full schedule for its much-anticipated fourth season on Tuesday, setting the stage for nearly a month of high-octane volleyball action. The season will run from October 2 to October 26, 2025, with Hyderabad hosting the opener between defending champions Calicut Heroes and home side Hyderabad…
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…
