India’s women boxers delivered another commanding day at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026, with Preeti Pawar producing the standout performance of the tournament so far, defeating Paris Olympics bronze medallist Aeji Im of South Korea to storm into the 54kg final. Alongside her, Priya and Arundhati Choudhary also booked their places in their respective title…
The Indian U20 women’s national team endured a tough outing in their second Group C fixture at the AFC U20 Asian Cup 2026, going down 0-5 against a clinical Australian side at the Pathum Thani Stadium on Sunday. The result leaves India at the bottom of the group standings with zero points from two matches,…
The Hockey India 8th Annual Awards not only celebrated the country’s elite performers but also shone a spotlight on the systems that are shaping the future of Indian hockey. Among the standout honourees of the evening was the Roundglass Hockey Academy (RGHA), which received the prestigious Hockey India President Award for Outstanding Achievement 2025, recognising…
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has taken a significant step towards shaping the commercial future of Indian football by opening bids for the Request for Proposal (RFP) for commercial rights related to its key domestic competitions. The move marks a crucial phase in the federation’s efforts to build a sustainable and commercially viable football…
As the 2026 athletics season gathers momentum, India’s relay teams find themselves at a critical juncture. With the World Relays qualification window tightening, the focus has shifted sharply to timings, execution, and consistency across all four relay disciplines. The latest standings underline both promise and pressure, with two Indian teams currently inside the qualification zone,…
Punjab FC and NorthEast United FC settled for a point each after playing out a 1–1 draw in the Indian Super League 2025–26 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. Two quick-fire goals in the second half—first from Parthib Gogoi for NorthEast United and then from Nsungusi Jr. Effiong for Punjab FC…
Pune’s own Manas Dhamne delivered another confident performance to advance to the Men’s Singles quarterfinals at the PMRDA Powered Maha Open ATP Challenger 75 Men’s Tennis Championship at the Shiv Chhatrapati Kreeda Sankul, Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Stadium on Wednesday. The Indian wildcard, backed by strong home support, overcame former top-50 player Ilya Ivashka to continue…
The opening day of the PMRDA Powered MahaOpen ATP Challenger 75 Men’s Tennis Championship delivered its first major upset as former World No. 50 Ilya Ivashka knocked out top seed Federico Agustin Gomez in a hard-fought three-set encounter at the Shiv Chhatrapati Kreeda Sankul, Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Stadium in Pune on Sunday. Organised by the…
Six years after professional tennis in Kolkata came to an abrupt halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the city is officially back on the international circuit. In March 2020, the ITF M15 Kolkata (9–15 March) was suspended midway as the pandemic began to unfold globally. Now, in March 2026, the city marks its return in…
FC Goa secured their first win of the Indian Super League 2025–26 season with a composed 2–0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Friday. The result provisionally lifted the Gaurs to the top of the standings with four points from two matches, while Mohammedan SC remain in search…
The Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 3 women’s title belongs to Sham Eagles. Led by captain Semzes Dolma, the Eagles produced a disciplined and clinical performance to edge past Shakar Chiktan Queens 2–1 in the final at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium in Leh. Organised in partnership with the UT Administration of Ladakh…
A breakthrough day for Indian tennis unfolded at the SDAT Tennis Stadium in Nungambakkam as three Indians Aryan Lakshmanan, Aditya Vishal Balsekar and Ishaque Eqbal secured their maiden ATP Challenger main draw berths at the Coromandel Chennai Open ATP Challenger 2026 after successfully navigating the final round of qualifying. The Challenger 50 event, one of…
India’s sprint duo delivered a mixed evening at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships 2026, as Nithya Gandhe produced a personal best in the women’s 60m final, while Abinaya Rajarajan was forced to withdraw due to injury. Competing against some of Asia’s fastest sprinters, Nithya clocked 7.49 seconds in the final to finish seventh an improvement…
India’s meteoric rise in sepaktakraw reached a defining milestone on Monday as the national men’s team clinched the gold medal at the Asia Sepaktakraw Champions 2026, defeating hosts Japan in a gripping final at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Gymnasium. The 15–10, 12–15, 15–12 victory not only secured India’s first-ever Asian title in the men’s…
Indian weightlifting legend Mirabai Chanu once again underlined why she remains the gold standard of the sport in the country, producing one of the finest performances of her career at the 2026 National Weightlifting Championships. Competing in the women’s 48 kg category, the Tokyo Olympic silver medallist lifted a massive total of 205 kg, rewriting…
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has confirmed FanCode as the official broadcast and digital media partner for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025–26 season, while Kaleidoscope Production and Services (KPS) has been awarded the production contract. The decision marks a significant shift in how India’s top-tier football league will be delivered to fans after…
The Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) took a series of landmark decisions at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, marking one of the most consequential administrative resets for the sport in recent years. From long-awaited financial relief for domestic players to the formal initiation of an official national league and strong governance actions,…
A record of 8-0 in the win-loss record against Gujarat Giants has so far been the definition of Mumbai Indians’ dominance in this rivalry of the Women’s Premier League (WPL). In the penultimate league match, the two sides meet again, this time for a second spot finish. Both teams have had phases in this tournament…
The IMC Yuva Kshamata Sports Conclave 2026, organised by the Young Leaders’ Forum of the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry, brought together athletes, policymakers, doctors, psychologists, nutritionists, entrepreneurs and students under one shared belief, that sport is not merely a game, but a capacity builder for the nation. This was the fifth edition of…
PV Sindhu once again reminded the badminton world why she remains one of the sport’s most formidable competitors, producing a comeback that embodied grit, belief, and elite match temperament at the Indonesia Masters Super 500. In her opening-round clash at the iconic Istora Senayan in Jakarta, Sindhu overturned a deeply challenging situation to defeat Japan’s…
Indian compound archery has entered a decisive phase, and the return of Sergio Pagni as head coach marks a clear statement of intent from the Archery Association of India (AAI). With the Asian Games on the immediate horizon and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics looming larger than ever, Pagni’s reappointment is widely seen as a…
The 2025–26 Indian Super League (ISL) will not be remembered for glamour or expansion, but it may well define the most important reset phase in the history of Indian club football. After months of uncertainty, administrative paralysis, and financial anxiety, the league’s return represents less a celebration and more a necessity, an effort to keep…
India’s elite boxers continued to stamp their authority at the Elite Men and Women National Boxing Championships, with reigning world champion Minakshi Hooda, two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen, and World Boxing Cup gold medalist Hitesh Gulia cruising into the semifinals with commanding performances at the Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, on Thursday. The ongoing championships…
In a sporting ecosystem still adjusting to structural change, Mumbai Indians continue to lead quietly but decisively. One of the most striking aspects of their WPL setup is not tactical or technical but cultural: an all-female coaching group operating at the highest level of franchise cricket. Head coach Lisa Keightley addressed the significance of this…
Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons climbed to the top of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) standings with a hard-earned 3–2 victory over JSW Soorma Hockey Club at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Egmore, on Tuesday. Dominant for long stretches of the contest, the Dragons were made to dig deep in the closing minutes as…
Indian athletics in 2025 has largely been associated with the global stature of javelin throwers like Neeraj Chopra and the steady rise of younger talents such as Sachin Yadav. Yet, running parallel to these headline acts is a quieter, more structural transformation India’s relay teams, particularly in the 4x400m events, have firmly established themselves as…
Fresh from the emotional high of a podium finish at the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup, India’s young hockey stars are quickly turning their attention to the next crucial step in their careers the Hero Hockey India League (HIL). With the men’s competition set to begin in Chennai on January 3 and the women’s…
The third season of the Global Chess League, GCL Season 3 burst into life at the iconic Royal Opera House with emphatic statements from two title contenders. upGrad Mumba Masters thrilled the home crowd with a commanding 17–4 victory over Ganges Grandmasters, while defending champions Triveni Continental Kings opened their campaign with a hard-fought 9–7…
The first two days of athletics action at the Khelo India University Games delivered a series of gripping contests, breakout performances, and multiple Games Records (GR) as emerging university athletes stepped up under pressure. From fiercely contested middle-distance races to commanding throws and high-quality sprints, the momentum of this year’s edition has already underlined the…
Joshna Chinappa opened her campaign at the HCL Squash Indian Tour 4 with the assuredness of a seasoned professional, easing past compatriot Anika Dubey 11-3, 11-7, 11-6 in Chennai on Monday. Playing at the Indian Squash Academy her long-time training base the 39-year-old former World No. 10 controlled the tempo from the outset, using her…
The opening day of athletics at the Khelo India University Games set a strong tone for the competition, producing personal bests, Games Records and several tightly contested battles across track and field events. With university athletes arriving from across the country eager to make their mark, Day 1 offered a glimpse into the rising depth…
The wrestling arena witnessed a showcase of India’s emerging talent as universities from across the country battled for supremacy across multiple weight categories in both women’s freestyle and men’s freestyle and Greco-Roman disciplines at KIUG 2025 With impressive technique, physical grit, and competitive spirit on full display, several institutions enjoyed standout medal hauls, led by…
India could not have asked for a more explosive start to the Deaflympics 2025 shooting campaign. On a Sunday filled with high-quality performances, the Indian contingent delivered two major medal hauls including a remarkable double podium in the women’s 10m Air Rifle and a historic 1–2 finish in the men’s event, capped by a world-record…
In a landmark moment for Indian badminton, Hariharan Amsakarunan produced a career-defining performance at the Türkiye International Challenge 2025, clinching two titles in one day the Men’s Doubles crown with Arjun MR and the Mixed Doubles title alongside Treesa Jolly. The 21-year-old Tamil Nadu shuttler scripted one of the most memorable weekends of his career,…
India Sports French Open Indian tennis player Ramkumar Ramanathan cherished his first ever main draw win at a Grand Slam as he alongwith American Hunter Reese beat the German team of Daniel Altmaier and Oscar Otte 7-6(4) 6-3 in the men’s doubles event. Source ITD Challenger tennis tournament, Germany Anirudh Chandrasekar and Vijay Sundar Prashanth…
