P V Sindhu is back — and she’s made it known with a straight-games win over Indonesia’s Ester Nurumi Tri Wardoyo in the opening round of the Bank of Ningbo Badminton Asia Championships 2025. WS R32 🇮🇳 P.V. Sindhu 21-15, 21-19 🇮🇩 Ester Nurumi Tri Wardoyo Duration: 44 minutes It was a much-needed victory for…
The Badminton Asia Championships 2025 enters an exciting phase today with a packed lineup for Team India. Several top Indian shuttlers, including PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and HS Prannoy, are set to begin their campaigns in the Round of 32, hoping to make deep runs in this prestigious continental tournament. Here’s a comprehensive preview of…
Mixed Fortunes for India at Badminton Asia Championships 2025 as Pair of Dhruv-Tanisha win but other doubles pairs lose The 2025 edition of the Badminton Asia Championships (BAC) is underway, and for India, it’s been a roller-coaster start. With several Indian doubles pairs in action, fans were treated to everything — thrilling comebacks, missed opportunities,…
Indian No. 1 Sumit Nagal, ranked 144 in the ATP rankings, suffered a frustrating setback at the ATP Challenger 100 in Monza, Italy, as he was forced to retire in the opening round of the main draw against Austria’s Filip Misolic (ATP 195). The match ended with the scoreboard reading 6-2, 1-0 in favor of…
What a moment for Indian shooting! Vijayveer Sidhu, just 22, delivered the performance of his career to win India’s first-ever gold medal in the men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event at an ISSF World Cup, scoring 29 out of 40 in a dramatic final in Buenos Aires. It was also India’s 4th gold medal of…
The Indian women’s tennis team suffered a frustrating start to their 2025 Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group I campaign, going down 1-2 to New Zealand in a tightly contested tie in Pune. Despite a stunning singles debut by Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, India couldn’t capitalize, with defeats in the second singles and deciding doubles sealing the…
It’s not every day that a debutant steps onto the senior international stage and knocks out a trio of world-class Chinese shooters—but that’s exactly what 18-year-old Suruchi Singh just did at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires. In the unforgiving, razor-sharp world of international shooting, where a single decimal can decide destiny, Suruchi…
2024 looked like the year Sumit Nagal had been waiting for his whole career. He kicked things off with a bang—reaching the second round of the Australian Open, making his debut in all four Grand Slams, clinching titles on the Challenger circuit, and even representing India at the Paris Olympics. He soared to a career-high…
India men’s basketball team has been drawn into a tricky yet intriguing Group C at the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup, set to take place in Saudi Arabia. Group C features three strong teams: hosts Saudi Arabia, Asian basketball giants China, and competitive Jordan. While it is undeniably a tough draw for India, there’s still room…
The 42nd edition of the Badminton Asia Championships is set to take place from April 8 to 13, 2025, at the Ningbo Olympic Sports Center Gymnasium in Ningbo, Zhejiang, China. This prestigious tournament will showcase the continent’s top badminton talent, competing for a total prize pool of $500,000. Men’s Singles Contenders The men’s singles draw…
In an impressive display of synergy and skill, the newly formed doubles team of India’s Rohan Bopanna and America’s Ben Shelton commenced their partnership with a straight-sets victory at the 2025 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. The duo overcame the South American pair of Francisco Cerundolo from Argentina and Alejandro Tabilo from Chile with a 6-3, 7-5…
In a sensational display of calm, class, and clinical precision, former World Champion Rudrankksh Patil clinched the gold medal in the Men’s 10m Air Rifle event at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. With a staggering score of 252.9, just shy of the world record of 254.5, Patil stamped his authority on…
The world’s premier archery circuit is back. The 2025 Hyundai Archery World Cup kicks off in Central Florida, USA, from April 8 to 13, setting the stage for a four-stage global odyssey that will culminate in a dazzling final in Nanjing, China. As the world’s top archers prepare to battle for supremacy, India arrives with…
India’s Stellar Performance at the 2025 World Boxing Cup in Brazil The 2025 World Boxing Cup in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, marked a historic milestone for Indian boxing, with the national team securing an impressive tally of six medals: one gold, one silver, and four bronze. This remarkable achievement underscores India’s growing prominence in the…
India’s rising pistol shooting sensation Esha Singh has created history by winning her first individual ISSF World Cup medal, claiming silver in the women’s 25m sports pistol event at the ISSF World Cup 2025 held in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The 20-year-old shooter delivered a composed and confident performance, registering 35 hits out of 50 in…
India Make Big Moves in Latest FIBA Rankings; Joginder Singh Bids Farewell to International Basketball The Indian men’s basketball team has scripted a remarkable leap in the latest FIBA World Rankings, climbing five places to secure the 76th position globally and 15th in Asia as of March 28, 2025. This surge in the rankings follows…
The TotalEnergies BWF Sudirman Cup 2025, scheduled from April 27 to May 5, is set to showcase the pinnacle of mixed team badminton. This biennial event, organized by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), brings together the world’s top badminton nations to compete across five disciplines: men’s singles (MS), women’s singles (WS), men’s doubles (MD), women’s…
The World Boxing Cup Brazil 2025, held in Foz do Iguaçu, has been a significant event for Indian boxing, showcasing the prowess and determination of the nation’s pugilists on the international stage. Among the standout performers are Abhinash Jamwal, Hitesh Gulia, and Manish Rathore, each making notable strides in their respective weight categories. Abhinash Jamwal’s…
Indian shooting sensation Sift Kaur Samra delivered a performance of a lifetime at the ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires, Argentina, clinching the gold medal in the Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions event. A Comeback for the Ages by Sift Kaur Samra at the ISSF World Cup Argentina A Tale of Grit and Resilience •After…
Buenos Aires, April 4: Veteran marksman Chain Singh delivered India its first medal at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Buenos Aires, clinching bronze in the fiercely competitive Men’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions (3P) final with a score of 443.7. This medal holds historic significance—not only is it India’s opening medal at this year’s World…
A World-Class Javelin Showdown with Insights into the Art of the Javelin Throw India is set to make history as the Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Panchkula, Haryana, becomes the battleground for the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic on May 24, 2025. This international javelin event—granted prestigious World Athletics Category A status—is poised to transform the…
A towering performance from a towering young talent! Chirag Duhan, the 6’5” 21-year-old from India, has scripted the biggest moment of his fledgling career by powering into his maiden semifinal at the ITF M25 level, at the prestigious SM Krishna Memorial Bengaluru Open. Facing compatriot Ishaque Eqbal (ATP #936), Duhan, ranked #1016 in the world,…
In a breakthrough moment for Indian boxing, national champion Hitesh delivered a masterclass in tactical brilliance to become the first Indian boxer to reach the final of the World Boxing Cup Brazil 2025, held in Foz do Iguaçu. Facing France’s seasoned Olympian Makan Traore in the 70kg semifinal, Hitesh executed a calculated game plan to…
With the 2025 ITTF World Championships looming just 50 days away and the ITTF World Cup set to begin on April 14, India’s top women paddlers, Manika Batra (#29) and Sreeja Akula (#32), find themselves in a season of trials, setbacks, and the promise of resurgence. While both have endured challenging campaigns so far this…
After breaking their medal drought in shooting at the Olympics in Paris last summer, the Indian squad looks to start the next Olympic cycle at the combined ISSF World Cup Argentina in Rifle, Pistol & Shotgun Shooting at Buenos Aires from 1st to 11th April 2025. The 43-member squad is the biggest at the event…
The ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires kicks off with an exciting schedule for the Indian contingent, and all eyes will be on Saurabh Chaudhary, as he makes his much-anticipated return to international shooting. The 10m Air Pistol event is one of the key competitions on Day 1, and India will have a strong representation,…
Indian badminton has witnessed a remarkable surge in recent years, and the latest BWF Rankings (as of April 1, 2025) confirm that the country is building a strong foundation for the future. Seventeen Indian women shuttlers feature in the world’s top 100 rankings, showcasing the depth of talent in the nation. While PV Sindhu remains…
April 2025 promises to be an action-packed month for Indian sports calendar, with top-tier international competitions and crucial domestic tournaments. From tennis to table tennis, badminton to boxing, and shooting to football, Indian athletes will be in action across the globe. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what’s in store for Indian sports fans this month….
The WTT Champions Incheon 2025 is set to be an intense battleground for India’s top paddlers, Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula, as they face stiff competition in the first round from higher-ranked Chinese players. Manika Batra, India’s No. 1 women’s singles player, will take on World No. 12 Qian Tianyi, while Sreeja Akula faces an…
The 2025 ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires, Argentina, marks the beginning of a crucial season for Indian shooters as they prepare to compete against the best in the world. With a strong 43-member squad, India has the largest delegation at the tournament, followed closely by China with 40 athletes. The event, scheduled to begin…
India’s remarkable journey at the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025 came to an end in the quarterfinals, as they fell to a dominant New Zealand squad, 11-21. Despite the defeat, this campaign was a major breakthrough for Indian basketball, as the team reached the quarterfinal stage after 12 long years. The loss to New Zealand…
Indian table tennis took a giant leap forward as Manav Thakkar became the first Indian male player to reach the semifinals of a WTT Star Contender event. Competing in front of a passionate home crowd at WTT Star Contender Chennai, Thakkar’s dream run finally came to an end in the semifinals, where he lost 1-3…
Indian Tennis Shines on the Global Stage with Multiple Doubles Titles as Anirudh Chandrasekar and Adil win multiple Doubles titles. Indian tennis had a remarkable week on the doubles circuit, with Adil Kalyanpur, Anirudh Chandrasekar, and Prarthana Thombare making headlines with their stellar performances. From Ahmedabad to Girona and Antalya, Indian players, along with their…
Indian tennis has a new rising star, and his name is Aryan Shah. The 19-year-old sensation claimed the biggest title of his young career, winning the ITF $30,000 Ahmedabad singles tournament in dominant fashion. Shah, seeded fifth, stunned top seed Jay Clarke (ATP 298) in the final, cruising to a 6-1, 6-3 victory in front…
Indian athletics witnessed yet another historic moment as Gulveer Singh rewrote his own 10,000m national record (NR) at the 2025 Sound Running The TEN in California, USA. The 26-year-old distance runner clocked an astonishing 27:00.22 minutes, finishing sixth in the World Athletics Continental Tour Silver level meet. This performance not only cemented his status as…
Indian table tennis has witnessed a historic breakthrough as Manav Thakkar became the first-ever Indian men’s singles player to reach the semifinals of a WTT Star Contender event. The young Indian paddler stunned Olympic and World medalist Lim Jonghoon of Korea in an intense five-game thriller in the quarterfinals of the WTT Star Contender Chennai….
The FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025 has reached its knockout stage, and on March 30, 2025, India’s men’s basketball team will face off against New Zealand in a highly anticipated quarter-final clash at Singapore’s OCBC Square. This matchup pits an Indian side riding a wave of unexpected success against a seasoned New Zealand squad known…
Indian table tennis is witnessing a new era of promise, and Manav Thakkar has just scripted a historic milestone. The young Indian paddler has become the first Indian male player to reach the quarterfinals of a WTT Star Contender event, achieving this remarkable feat at the WTT Star Contender Chennai 2025. With his resilient and…
The crowd at the Prince Hamzah Hall in Amman, Jordan, held its breath. Manisha Bhanwala, the underdog in the 62kg women’s wrestling final at the Asian Championships, was trailing 2-7. On the mat stood Kim Ok Ju, a formidable North Korean opponent, fresh off a dominant win over Japan’s Nonoka Ozaki. Victory seemed a distant…
The 2025 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship witnessed a historic moment for Indian wrestling as Manisha clinched India’s first gold medal in women’s wrestling in four years. Competing in the 65kg category, she delivered a stunning performance, defeating Kim Ok-Ju of North Korea 8-7 in a nail-biting final. This gold medal was not only India’s first…
Ahmedabad, March 29, 2025 – Indian tennis witnessed a thrilling day at the ITF M25 Ahmedabad as 17-year-old Kriish Tyagi continued his remarkable journey, securing a place in his first-ever professional singles semifinal. The young qualifier showed remarkable grit and determination, overcoming two-time national champion Siddharth Vishwakarma in a pulsating three-set battle, 7-6(5), 1-6, 6-4….
Achanta Sharath Kamal, the evergreen warrior of Indian table tennis, rolled back the years once again with a dominant win over tenth seed Nicholas Lum at the WTT Star Contender Chennai 2025 Presented By IndianOil. His stellar performance headlined a strong showing for Indian paddlers, with Manav Thakkar, Snehit Suravajjula, and Krittwika Roy also making…
The Indian men’s 3×3 basketball team scripted history at the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025, advancing to the quarterfinals for the first time since the tournament’s inaugural edition in 2013. India, ranked 67th in the world, delivered a sensational 21-18 victory over World No. 41 Chinese Taipei, securing their spot in the knockout stage. A…
The Indian Grand Prix 1 (IGP 1) 2025 at the SAI Center, Bengaluru, witnessed a historic day for Indian sprinting, with Gurindervir Singh rewriting the men’s 100m national record (NR) with a stunning 10.20s, surpassing Manikanta Hoblidhar’s previous mark of 10.23s. This performance not only cements Gurindervir’s status as India’s fastest man but also qualifies…
Ahmedabad, March 28, 2025 – Indian players put up a stellar performance in the second round of the M25 Ahmedabad ITF event, with five of them securing spots in the quarterfinals. The tournament, featuring rising talents from across the world, saw some thrilling matches and a few notable upsets, setting up an exciting last-eight stage….
The WTT Chennai Star Contender 2025 Presented By IndianOil kicked off with high-intensity action, upsets, and dominant performances from top paddlers. The biggest shock of the day came in the Men’s Singles draw, where former ITTF Youth World No. 1 Payas Jain upset seasoned Indian international Sathiyan Gnanasekaran 3-1 in the Round of 64. Meanwhile,…
India Shines at the Asian Wrestling Championships 2025 India’s campaign at the Asian Wrestling Championships 2025 in Amman, Jordan, saw a significant boost as the country’s wrestlers bagged three more medals on a dramatic day. Reetika Hooda clinched a silver medal in the 76kg category, while Mansi Lather (68kg) and Muskan (59kg) added two bronze…
The road to AFC Women Asian Cup 2026 is set for the Indian senior women’s national team, as they have been placed in Group B following the official draw conducted at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on March 27, 2025. The Blue Tigresses will face Thailand (WR 47), Mongolia (WR 126), Timor-Leste (WR…
The Blue Cagers Have Arrived! What a performance at FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup In a historic performance, India’s men’s 3×3 basketball team pulled off a sensational upset by defeating the Philippines (WR 37) with a dominant 21-11 victory in the final match of the Qualifying Draw at the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2025. Ranked 67th…
Indian women’s wrestling team for the Asian wrestling championships at Amman is a mix of prodigies like Antim (53kg), Reetika (76kg), Mansi Lather (68kg) and Jyoti Berwal (73kg) and wrestlers making comebacks into the team like Ankush (50kg), Nishu (55kg) and Manisha (62kg). Japan has entered a really strong team with 7 world champions (former…
