When Aman Saini draws his bowstring, time appears to pause. The focus in his eyes, the stillness of his body, and the smooth release that follows speak of a man who has lived every moment of his 17-year archery journey with patience, faith, and precision. Now a world champion and one of the leading faces…
At 18, Parth Singh stands at a rare crossroads for Indian athletics a teenager who sprints like a pure sprinter and soars like a natural jumper. In the same breath, he also represents something more complex, a young athlete who trains in one country, calls another his homeland, and yet belongs emotionally to both. Raised…
At just 22, Prathamesh Fuge stands as one of India’s brightest emerging names in compound archery calm under pressure, technically gifted, and mentally resilient beyond his years. But his story isn’t just about bows and arrows. It’s a story of adaptation, perseverance, and the unique sporting culture that shaped him from a young athlete in…
In Indian sport, stories of resilience often define legacies more than records. Table tennis ace Sathiyan Gnanasekaran is one such athlete whose career has been a tapestry of perseverance, achievements, heartbreaks, and comebacks. Download IndiaSportsHub App To Follow Indian Athletes Competing Globally From being a promising teenager at the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games to becoming…
At first glance, Bhavya Chhabra and Param Choudhary look like any other young badminton hopefuls gearing up for a big tournament. But behind the calm smiles lie stories of perseverance, carefully nurtured chemistry, and a vision that reaches far beyond the next shuttle. Selected to represent India at the upcoming Asian Junior Championships, the duo…
At just 22, triple jumper Poorva Hitesh Sawant has built a career on chance, courage, and the stubborn belief that greatness isn’t a single leap, but a thousand carefully measured steps. In a country that often reserves its loudest cheers for cricket, some stories find their own way to be heard not by accident, but…
At just 15, Dhinidhi Desinghu is already a name to remember in Indian swimming. The youngest Indian to participate in the 2024 Paris Olympics, she embodies a story that’s equal parts perseverance, transformation, and quiet revolution. In a world where Olympic dreams often take decades to manifest, Dhinidhi’s six-year journey from hating the water to…
From rallying in a lobby in Saharanpur to training under a world-class Russian coach in Guwahati, Divyam Arora’s badminton journey is far from ordinary. It’s a path filled with personal decisions, emotional sacrifices, and deep-rooted resilience proof that great athletes aren’t born in stadiums but shaped by struggle. At just under 18, Divyam has already…
In a nation where cricket often steals the spotlight, stories like Sakshi Chavan’s remind us of the resilience and undying spirit that define Indian athletics. At just 20, Sakshi has lived a life filled with breathtaking highs and devastating setbacks, yet her fire burns brighter than ever. Speaking to us candidly, Sakshi opened up about…
In a quiet corner of Birsanagar, Jamshedpur, a young girl once cycled 18 kilometers every day, bamboo bow in tow, chasing a dream that even she didn’t fully understand yet. That girl was Komalika Bari, now a name synonymous with composure under pressure and India’s bright hope in international archery. It all began when her…
In a country where cricket is a religion, Narender Kumar’s journey stands out like a rare curveball. Hailing from the bustling lanes of Delhi, he’s one of the few Indians to make a mark in baseball, softball, and even the Finnish national sport, Pesäpallo. From winning gold for India to coaching Ukraine’s women’s team, and…
In a heartfelt and engaging conversation, India’s celebrated archery duo, Deepika Kumari and Atanu Das, opened up about their humble beginnings, Olympic dreams, professional rivalry, and life as partners on and off the field. Their story, brimming with resilience, clarity, and discipline, is a rare glimpse into the emotional and mental fortitude it takes to…
Scroll through Tejas Shirse’s social media feed and you’ll find more than a national record holder you’ll discover a storyteller. The 22-year-old from Maharashtra, a rising force in Indian athletics, doesn’t just document his training or results. He curates a narrative, one of grit, grind, and growth. “I just try to express myself however I…
On a humid June afternoon, as India celebrated Olympic Day at the Reliance Foundation Celebration, long jumper Ancy Sojan took a rare detour from her intense training schedule to soak in the energy of the young aspiring athletes around her. “I feel very good here, far from my regular training session. The children, the atmosphere…
In the rapidly evolving landscape of Indian entrepreneurship and sports, few individuals have managed to create a lasting impact across multiple arenas like Vivek Bhargava. From founding one of India’s earliest digital marketing agencies to co-owning the Goa Challengers franchise in Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), and from mentoring startups to playing a nerve-wracking chess match…
At just 21, Diya Chitale has emerged as one of Indian table tennis’ brightest prospects. From an unforgettable run in UTT Season 6 to a historic WTT Contender title in Tunis, Diya’s 2025 season has been nothing short of electric. Her aggressive playing style, mental resilience, and structured off-table routine have set her apart in…
From Hyderabad to Paris: Sreeja Akula’s Journey to Becoming an Olympian From early struggles on domestic circuits to standing tall against the world’s best in Paris, Sreeja Akula’s journey in table tennis is one of quiet perseverance, unwavering belief, and a deep love for the game. The 26-year-old paddler from Hyderabad recently made her Olympic…
In the world of Indian table tennis, Abhinandh Pradhivadhi is quietly carving out a path marked by grit, fearlessness, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence. At just 17, he’s not only India’s U-17 No. 1 and U-19 No. 2 but also a continental-level threat, fresh off a stunning European stint where he clinched gold in…
When Harmeet Desai picked up a table tennis paddle as a child in Surat, Gujarat, he never imagined he would one day represent India at the Olympics. Yet today, the 31-year-old is living that very dream. From becoming the first player from Gujarat to win a national title, to scripting history on the international stage,…
From winning her first medals at the age of five to representing India on international tracks, Siya Sawant’s story is a powerful tale of talent, perseverance, and purpose. A sprinter, student, and symbol of the rising generation of Indian athletes, Siya has proved that age is no bar when passion leads the way. In this…
From the crowded streets of New Delhi to the intense arenas of Serbia’s top-tier league, Ulhas KS is scripting history with every dribble. In this exclusive interview with IndiaSportsHub, the rising star opens up about his journey, challenges, and unwavering dream of reaching the NBA. Q1. Growing up in Kancheepuram and New Delhi, where cricket…
Indian Women Hockey Coach Harendra Singh interview : A look at challenges, road ahead and about potential of deepika and manisha In an interview with the IndiaSportsHub , Indian women’s hockey coach Harendra Singh speaks about the disappointment of Paris snub , redemption in Rajgir and probable glory in 2028. Indulged as an expert at…
RUPAL Chaudhary stormed into national sensation in 2022, when she became the 1st Indian athlete (male or female) to win not 1 but 2 World U20 Athletics Championship medals at the same event. The ever-smiling and ever-energetic teenager won the heart of all Indians and especially her Meerut townfolks after returning from Colombia. Most of…
We got a chance to speak to CWG Silver Medalist Abdulla Aboobacker Narangolintevid. Here’s what he had to say about his preparation, the WCH and training. ISH: This season has been a successful season till now. Could you brief us on what changes did you bring in? Abdulla: Till last year I was practicing at…
Hrithik Marne was crowned National champion after Seven Years, we got a chance to speak with him. Here’s what he had to say. ISH:Could you explain how you got into sports climbing? I started climbing from 2011 but Initially I started with Kabaddi. One day I saw a sports climbing wall being built nearby and…
Written By : Raghava Ravuri Denim Yadav is a promising talent who made headlines by winning the U18 international singles title of the ITF(International Tennis Federation) in the month March. With a current ITF ranking of 221 and a career high of 123 he is rated as one of the top 5 players in India…
We got a chance to speak to young and promising Abhay Shinde. Here is what he had to say ISH: How did you take up fencing? Abhay: I am form a sporting family with my father being a Physical Education teacher. My father wanted me to join Volleyball in the beginning but my fathers close…
Chirag Khandal became the youngest to qualify for Asian Games in Equestrian which has now been postponed to 2023. We got a chance to speak to him and here are his thoughts. Eventing is an equestrian event where a single horse and rider combine and compete against other competitors across the three disciplines of dressage,…
Rahul Kewat is a 20 year old Canoe Slalom athlete who is a 5 time National medalist and has taken part twice in Asian Championships and once in World Championships. He is set to represent India again in the Canoe Slalom (Extreme Canoe Slalom) in the World Championships to be held in Germany from…
A champion Athlete and a social media celebrity. This is an extremely rare combination you find in India outside of Cricket, especially in Track & Field. And yet this middle distance runner, fondly known as THE QUEEN, captured the imagination of the country last year. She broke the 19 year old 1500m National record which…
The last 3 months have been the biggest roller-coaster ride for the 24 year old Aishwarya Mishra. For a 400m sprinter in India to get noticed by several newspaper sports columns, in itself a big deal. But all that to happen in a span of just 3 months, when you are neither a young prodigy…
It takes many years of commitment and financial investment for Indian Tennis players to stand toe to toe with European and American counterparts. We recently wrote a piece on how the Doubles game is flourishing currently in India. But at the same time you can count on just one hand the number of SINGLES champions…
The ever smiling ANCY SOJAN EDAPPILLY has shown an inspiring leap in her Long Jump performances in 2022. The focus and energy put by her in every jump is a pure joy to watch. Her consistency is her biggest strength. Her numbers tell the story, that this is just the beginning of a fantastic career….
We got a chance to speak to Radhapriya Goel who is currently in Shillong captaining the Uttar Pradesh Women Team at the 83rd Senior TableTennis Nationals Radhapriya, tell us about yourself. How did the TableTennis happen to you? A little brief about your family background. I am an international TT player and academically am pursuing…
In a country where cricket often overshadows other sports, Karan Singh’s rise in Indian tennis is a story of quiet resilience, self-motivation, and unrelenting belief. The 2021 U18 National Champion is part of a growing generation of Indian players who are grinding it out on the international circuit, one point and one match at a…
