Experience and pedigree prevailed at the historic Cricket Club of India (CCI) courts on Sunday as top seeds Joshna Chinappa and Veer Chotrani clinched the women’s and men’s singles titles respectively at the 80th CCI Western India Squash Tournament, one of the most prestigious events on the domestic squash calendar. For Chinappa, the victory carried…
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a significant overhaul of the payment framework for women’s domestic cricketers, marking one of the most substantial fee increases in recent years for the women’s game at the domestic level. This revision not only boosts match fees across formats but also signals the board’s…
One of the most exciting women cricketers right now is Jemimah Rodrigues. On September 5, 2000, she was born in Mumbai, India. In no time, she went from being a promising junior athlete to a key player on the Indian women’s national team. It wasn’t just how many runs she scored or how many games…
Ganges Grandmasters kept their Global Chess League (GCL) finals hopes alive with a commanding 12–3 victory over Fyers American Gambits on the final day of league action, while table toppers Triveni Continental Kings underlined their title credentials by edging past upGrad Mumba Masters 10–9. The twin results ensured a tense wait for the Grandmasters, whose…
Hou Yifan’s presence has always carried quiet authority, but on the penultimate day of the Global Chess League (GCL) league stage, her influence was decisive. The three-time women’s world champion delivered two wins with the black pieces to power Alpine SG Pipers to back-to-back victories, propelling them into second place and firmly into the finals…
Smriti Mandhana added another defining chapter to her already illustrious career on Sunday night in Visakhapatnam, becoming the first Indian woman to cross 4000 runs in T20 Internationals. The landmark came during the opening match of India’s five-match T20I series against Sri Lanka at the ACA–VDCA Stadium, a venue that witnessed not just a personal…
The year 2025 will be remembered as one of the most complex and contradictory chapters in the history of Indian basketball. On paper, it was a year of unprecedented ambition. Administratively and institutionally, the sport took several decisive steps forward under the Basketball Federation of India (BFI). On the court, however, results exposed a harsh…
Jemimah Rodrigues produced a composed yet dominant batting display as India Women cruised to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka Women in the first T20I, chasing down a modest target of 122 with 32 balls to spare. While the margin underlined India’s superiority, the night also offered clear talking points a spin-led bowling effort,…
The final week of December 2025 brings with it a familiar subcontinental contest, but one layered with new meaning. India vs Sri Lanka lock horns in a five-match Women’s T20 International series from December 21 to 30, split between Visakhapatnam and Thiruvananthapuram. On paper, the gap between the two sides remains significant. In reality, this…
Indian volleyball enters the 2025–26 season at a decisive moment, with the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI) unveiling a domestic calendar that goes beyond routine scheduling and hints at a deeper institutional recalibration. The framework, spanning senior, age-group, and beach volleyball championships, reflects an attempt to align governance, talent development, infrastructure, and visibility into a…
Defending champions Triveni Continental Kings produced a dramatic late turnaround to edge past Fyers American Gambits 8–7 on Matchday 7 of the Global Chess League (GCL), extending their lead at the top of the standings and moving a step closer to the final. A last-gasp victory by Marc’andria Maurizzi over world rapid champion Volodar Murzin…
In professional golf, consistency is often celebrated as the ultimate virtue. Pars stack up, bogeys are avoided, and tournaments are won by patience as much as flair. Shubhankar Sharma’s third round at the 2025 AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open was one such moment, a reminder of the high-ceiling talent that has defined his career and, at…
India’s rising professional boxing prospect Nishant Dev extended his perfect start in the paid ranks with a commanding fourth-round technical knockout victory over Tanzania’s Ally Mbukwa, registering his fifth consecutive professional win on December 21, 2025. Fighting in a scheduled six-round welterweight contest in Accra, Ghana, the Indian boxer once again underlined why he is…
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) was a big step forward for women’s cricket in India and around the world. In a country that loves cricket, the men’s Indian Premier League (IPL) changed the sport’s economy and popularity. The Women’s Premier League (WPL) finally gave women cricketers a stage that was similar to men’s, with a…
World Champion D Gukesh delivered one of the standout moments of matchday 6 at the Global Chess League (GCL), defeating Alireza Firouzja in a high-quality reverse fixture, but defending champions Triveni Continental Kings showed why they remain the team to beat, edging PBG Alaskan Knights 10–9 to retain top spot on the leaderboard. Earlier in…
Pipers defeated Continental Kings 12-8, Alaskan Knights got the better of Fyers American Gambits 9-7, upGrad Mumba Masters beat Ganges Grandmasters 11-6 at GCL Fabiano Caruana produced a moment of elite composure under extreme pressure to halt Alireza Firouzja’s unbeaten run on the icon board, anchoring Alpine SG Pipers to a statement 12-8 win over…
Women’s cricket is growing quickly around the world, and few rivalries are as exciting as India vs Australia Women. When these two big teams face off, the game is more than just about the score; it’s about who is in charge, who is making progress, and what the future holds for the game. The India…
Alpine SG Pipers continued their upward surge in the Global Chess League (GCL) with a composed 10–4 victory over Fyers American Gambits, while leaders upGrad Mumba Masters and defending champions Triveni Continental Kings also registered comfortable wins on Matchday 4 of the league, a joint initiative of Tech Mahindra and FIDE. At the Royal Opera…
Alpine SG Pipers strengthened their title credentials on Matchday 4 of the Global Chess League (GCL) with a composed 10–4 victory over Fyers American Gambits, moving up to second place on the table. In the day’s other fixture, leaders upGrad Mumba Masters underlined their authority with a commanding 18–2 win over PBG Alaskan Knights to…
The inaugural CIDCO Open 2025 has made an emphatic start on the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), delivering high-quality competition, strong international participation and a clear statement of intent from its venue, the Kharghar Valley Golf Course (KVGC) in Navi Mumbai. As the tournament reached its halfway mark after two rounds, it was Veer…
The 80th CCI Western India Squash Tournament, scheduled from December 17 to 21, 2025, arrives at a uniquely significant moment for Indian squash. As the country’s oldest and longest-running squash competition, first held in 1943, the event at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) in Mumbai stands as a symbol of continuity and legacy. Yet,…
Matchday 3 of the Global Chess League (GCL) delivered everything the franchise format promises elite battles, shifting momentum, and finishes decided in the final seconds. A last-gasp win on the prodigy board saw Fyers American Gambits overturn a deficit to stun reigning champions Triveni Continental Kings 10–8, while Ganges Grandmasters continued their impressive run with…
India delivered a strong statement on the international Wushu stage with a commanding performance at the Nordic Open Wushu 2025, returning home with an impressive 15 medals 8 gold, 4 silver and 3 bronze. Competing against athletes from across Europe and other regions, the Indian contingent showcased both depth and technical quality, underlining the steady…
Maxime Vachier-Lagrave-led upGrad Mumba Masters continued their strong start to the Global Chess League (GCL) Season 3, registering a second consecutive victory to move to the top of the standings on Monday. The Masters edged past Fyers American Gambits 9–7 in a closely fought encounter, before Ganges Grandmasters produced a dramatic turnaround to defeat Alpine…
The year 2025 will be remembered as a turning point in chess history. That year, teenage geniuses not only fought legends, but they also beat them over and over again. In the past, chess was mostly played by people in their 30s and 40s who were very good at it. Now, a lot of young…
In the icy expanse of Eastern Ladakh, sport has taken on a meaning far deeper than competition. The Galwan Ice Hockey Championship, held annually in the Lalok region, has emerged as a powerful symbol of remembrance, resilience and community empowerment. More than a winter tournament, it represents a unique civil–military collaboration that blends national memory…
Indian squash reached its greatest-ever milestone on Sunday as the national team was crowned WSF Squash World Cup champions, defeating top seeds Hong Kong 3–0 in a commanding final at Chennai’s Express Avenue Mall. In front of a packed and passionate home crowd, India delivered a performance that combined experience, composure, and youthful fearlessness to…
The Tech Mahindra Global Chess League (GCL) officially ushered in its third season with a glittering opening ceremony in Mumbai on Friday, as the championship trophy was unveiled at the iconic Royal Opera House. A joint initiative of Tech Mahindra and the International Chess Federation (FIDE), the league returns with heightened ambition, global star power,…
Indian squash entered a new chapter on home soil as Team India reached the final of the Squash World Cup for the first time, producing a series of commanding performances that underlined the country’s growing stature in the sport. Competing in Chennai, the Indian mixed team swept aside a depleted but traditionally dominant Egyptian side…
As the sporting world edges closer to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, fencing enters a decisive three-year stretch that will determine which of the world’s best foilists, épéeists and sabreurs take their place on the Olympic piste. The qualification system confirmed by the International Fencing Federation (FIE) sets the stage for a global contest…
The Global Chess League (GCL) returns for its much-awaited third season, and the FYERS American Gambits have wasted no time in setting the tone. The franchise officially confirmed that Hikaru Nakamura, one of the world’s most influential and electrifying chess superstars, will arrive in Mumbai on Sunday morning to lead the team as its Icon…
Grandmaster Nihal Sarin has once again underlined his credentials as one of India’s most complete classical players, clinching the IV President Cup Masters 2025 in Tashkent with a performance marked by tactical precision, strategic depth, and remarkable psychological resilience. His 2816 Tournament Performance Rating (TPR), achieved against an elite field averaging 2625 Elo, stands as…
Indian weightlifting in 2025 was defined not only by medals but by momentum by a culture that grew deeper, stronger and more ambitious across all levels of competition. It was a year when some of India’s most established names reinforced their stature, new challengers emerged, and the country’s high-performance system proved it could sustain elite…
In Olympic taekwondo, the difference between a dream fulfilled and a Games missed is often a single point, a marginal ranking shift, or a faltering step in a continental final. The qualification pathway for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games finalized by World Taekwondo in December 2025 reflects that unforgiving reality. It charts a two-year…
Indian golf has entered one of the most transformative and turbulent phases in its professional history. What began as a quiet ecosystem anchored by the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has, within months, turned into a competitive battleground following the launch of two rival franchise leagues: PGTI’s own ‘72 The League’ and the newly…
Hosts India closed their Pool B campaign in emphatic fashion, completing a commanding 4–0 win over Brazil in their final league match of the SDAT Squash World Cup on Thursday. Having already secured their passage to the quarterfinals, the Indians delivered another clinical team performance, underlining the depth and balance across their squad. They will…
As the Olympic cycle turns toward Los Angeles 2028, the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) has finalised one of the most intricate qualification systems in global sport for Equestrian. Eventing, Jumping and Dressage three disciplines that rely on a deep partnership between athlete and horse will send a combined 200 riders to LA28 under structures designed…
At the Els Club in Dubai, where wind, pressure and precision often decide the final outcome, Karandeep Kochhar finally earned the breakthrough in IGPL he had been chasing all season. The 24-year-old Chandigarh golfer captured his maiden IGPL Tour title at the IGPL Invitational UAE hosted by Shiv Kapur, edging out young contenders Veer Ganapathy…
World Aquatics has released the updated Swimming Qualification System for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, outlining a detailed and data-driven pathway for athletes and federations. The document, updated as of 10 December 2025, confirms 41 medal events 20 for men, 20 for women, and one mixed relay while integrating six new 50m sprint events for…
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) is set to usher in a new chapter in domestic boxing with the 9th Men’s and 9th Women’s National Boxing Championships, scheduled to be held simultaneously for the first time, from December 31, 2025, to January 6, 2026, at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida. The official draw ceremony on…
Indian women’s cricket has entered an important phase of transition. The search for specialists who can influence games consistently in the shortest format is intensifying, and among the names pushing their way into contention, Vaishnavi Sharma stands out. At just 19, the slow left-arm orthodox bowler from Gwalior has earned her maiden call-up to the…
Bengaluru’s young left-hander Veer Ganapathy produced a composed and attacking display to seize the outright lead after the second round of the IGPL UAE presented by Shiv Kapur, the Indian Golf Premier League’s first overseas event. Ganapathy followed up his solid opening round with a superb 6-under 66 at the Els Club, taking his 36-hole…
India delivered a statement performance at the SDAT Squash World Cup, registering a commanding 4–0 victory over Switzerland in a Group B encounter that underlined the team’s depth, balance, and growing authority on the world stage. With convincing wins across all four matches, the Indian squad showcased a seamless blend of youth and experience, leaving…
The Indian women’s cricket team will return to T20 International action later this month as they host Sri Lanka for a five-match T20I series starting December 21, marking the first assignment in the shortest format since India’s ODI World Cup triumph earlier this year. With expectations high following their world champion status, the series offers…
Indian golf legend Shiv Shankar Prasad Chawrasia produced a composed, bogey-free opening round to take the outright lead at the IGPL UAE, hosted by Shiv Kapur, as the Indian Golf Premier League made its maiden international appearance at the Els Club in Dubai. Chawrasia, a six-time Asian Tour winner and one of the most experienced…
The Global Chess League (GCL) is set to script a historic chapter as it makes its much-anticipated debut in India from December 13 to 24 at Mumbai’s iconic Royal Opera House. Among the teams drawing early attention is Alpine SG Pipers, who enter Season 3 with a formidable squad blending elite international pedigree and rising…
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi delivered one of the most significant victories of his career by defeating World No.1 Magnus Carlsen in Round 5 of the 2025 Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Finals in Cape Town. The 1–0 result, achieved during the rapid round-robin phase, reshaped the tournament standings and placed Erigaisi firmly back in contention for…
Indian chess reached another historic high on December 8, 2025, as R Praggnanandhaa was confirmed as the winner of the FIDE Circuit 2025, securing direct qualification to the prestigious 2026 Candidates Tournament. At just 20 years of age, Praggnanandhaa has not only booked a place among the elite eight players who will compete to challenge…
An opportunity beckons India yet again to clinch the Squash World Cup in front of their home crowd. For the third year in a row, Chennai is all set to host the 2025 Squash World Cup. Apart from the Indian Squash & Triathlon Academy, a few matches will be played on an iconic setting wherein…
In a significant step towards making sport more accessible and aspirational, the Tech Mahindra Foundation has launched a nationwide Chess League for children with speech and hearing impairment. Designed to create a grassroots-to-global pathway, the initiative offers young players not just competitive exposure, but also a rare opportunity to attend the Global Chess League (GCL)…
