The tricolor flew highest in Vung Tau, Vietnam, where the Indian U17 Women’s Wrestling Team delivered a stunning performance to clinch the Champion Trophy at the 2025 U17 Asian Wrestling Championships. Ten medals including five golds and a commanding 215 points crowned India the undisputed queens of the continent in youth women’s wrestling. It was…
In what turned out to be a selection trial full of surprises, India Archery squad for the 2025 Hyundai Archery World Cup Stage 4 in Madrid and the World Archery Championships in Gwangju will have a distinctly new look. With some of India’s most decorated names failing to make the cut, a bold new generation…
Indian shooting has long been a reservoir of talent, producing champions with nerves of steel and remarkable precision. Saurabh Chaudhary, making a comeback and Suruchi Singh, now starting are taking it ahead It has brought the country global recognition, standing ovations, and historic victories. Yet, like all elite sport, it also holds stories of heartbreak,…
India Dominate Asian Doubles Squash Championships with Three Final Berths India’s squash contingent produced a stunning display at the Asian Doubles Squash Championships, with three Indian pairs storming into their respective finals, highlighting the country’s growing prowess in doubles formats. Leading the charge are Abhay Singh, Anahat Singh, Joshna Chinappa, and Velavan Senthilkumar, all of…
Rujula S Becomes India’s Fastest Woman Swimmer, Breaks 17-Year-Old National Record at Senior Nationals At the 78th Senior National Aquatics Championships in Bhubaneswar, history was rewritten in the blink of an eye 26.36 seconds to be exact. Karnataka’s Rujula S emerged as the fastest woman swimmer in India, smashing a 17-year-old national record in the…
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…
The opening rounds of the YONEX US Open 2025 have delivered a compelling mix of shocking upsets, brave fights, and spirited victories. As the event kicks into gear, Indian players have already made their mark across multiple matches especially in the men’s and women’s doubles categories. Top Seeds Exit in Early Shock The most stunning…
Neeraj Chopra Wins Gold at Ostrava Golden Spike 2025, Extends Remarkable Top-2 Streak to 24 In a season already marked by consistency, class, and composure, Neeraj Chopra has added yet another feather to his glittering cap. The reigning Olympic and World Champion in men’s javelin throw clinched gold at the 64th Ostrava Golden Spike 2025…
Gujarat’s 19-year-old Murad Sirman lit up Day 3 of the National Junior (U20) Federation Cup in Bhubaneswar with a stunning double act first breaking a 12-year-old meet record in the morning session, and then returning in the afternoon to seal gold in the men’s 400m hurdles with an even better timing. The youngster, already one…
It’s June 24th, 2025, and all eyes in the athletics world are set on the Městský Stadion in Ostrava, Czechia as Neeraj Chopra is set to participate. The stage is set for the 64th Ostrava Golden Spike, a World Athletics Continental Tour Gold Label meet, and Neeraj Chopra, India’s Olympic and World Champion, is back…
India’s next generation of wrestling stars made a powerful statement on Day 1 of the Asian U17 Wrestling Championships, grabbing a total of four medals and showcasing the depth of talent emerging through the grassroots levels of the sport. Just days after the Indian U-23 squad impressed with their medal haul, it was the turn…
Neeraj Chopra has not only become the face of Indian athletics but has also redefined the possibilities for javelin throwers from non-traditional nations. From humble beginnings in 2013 to becoming an Olympic and World Champion, his journey has been marked by consistent improvement, technical refinement, and historic achievements. The visual timeline of Neeraj Chopra’s best…
Bhambri-Galloway Cruise into Quarterfinals at ATP 250 Mallorca, Set Sights on Brazilian Challenge India’s top-ranked doubles player Yuki Bhambri, alongside American partner Robert Galloway, advanced to the quarterfinals of the ATP 250 Mallorca Championships with a commanding 6-3, 6-3 win over the French pair of Grégoire Jacq and Alexandre Müller. The fourth-seeded Indo-American duo looked…
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…
Over 1.4 billion people. Zero men in the ATP Top 300 from Indian Tennis. That’s not just disappointing it’s a crisis. Indian tennis, once a sport of proud Olympic podiums and Davis Cup highs, now finds itself at a painful crossroads. As of July 2024, not a single Indian man features in the ATP Top…
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…
India’s junior athletics talent pool delivered a spectacular show at the National (U-20) Junior Federation cup Athletics Championships 2025, with a flurry of national records and personal bests lighting up the track and field. The standout performer of the day was Odisha’s Astik Pradhan, whose brilliant run in the men’s 400m final announced him as…
The 78th Senior Swimming National Championships, currently underway at the state-of-the-art Kalinga Stadium Aquatic Centre, has witnessed a sensational start, with three national records falling in two days. The championship, which features India’s top swimmers including Paris Olympians Srihari Nataraj and Dhinidhi Desinghu, is proving to be a celebration of youth, speed, and the growing…
The Indian women’s football team kicked off their AFC Women Asian Cup 2026 qualification campaign with a record-breaking performance, dismantling Mongolia 13-0 in their opening Group B encounter. This emphatic win marks India’s biggest-ever margin of victory in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup (including qualifiers), eclipsing their previous 10-0 triumphs over Guam in 1997 and…
In a year where Indian athletics is steadily gaining international traction, one young name has stood out on the road Nitin Gupta, the 17-year-old racewalker from the Boys Sports Company of the Madras Regimental Centre, has turned 2025 into a personal breakthrough season. From breaking long-standing national records to putting Indian race-walking on the global…
After seven straight defeats and an extended spell of frustration, India’s men’s hockey team finally found its winning touch again in FIH Pro League 2024–25 In their final game of the FIH Pro League 2024–25 season, the Indian side edged past reigning Olympic champions Belgium 4-3 in a dramatic encounter decided by a last-minute penalty…
London, June 22, 2025 : India’s No. 1 tennis player Sumit Nagal, currently ranked World No. 300, has been drawn in a tough section of the men’s Wimbledon 2025 Qualifying draw. The 26-year-old begins his campaign against Giulio Zeppieri of Italy, a fellow former top-120 player, in what promises to be a competitive opening-round encounter….
India’s national 200m record holder Animesh Kujur lit up the track at the AtleticaGeneve 2025, a World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze level meet, with a breathtaking run of 20.27 seconds. Though the wind reading of +2.3 m/s renders the performance ineligible as a new national record, it remains the fastest time ever run by an…
Golden Grapplers: India Clinches Six Golds in Men’s Freestyle at U23 Asian Wrestling Championships The Indian men’s freestyle contingent delivered a commanding performance at the U23 Asian Wrestling Championships 2025, held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, clinching six gold medals and showcasing the depth of talent in the country’s next generation of wrestlers. From dominant technical superiority…
The India U23 Football men’s team wrapped up their Tajikistan tour with a hard-fought 0-0 draw against the Kyrgyz Republic at the Hisor Central Stadium on Saturday. While the final result leaves room for disappointment, the performance offered encouraging signs, particularly in terms of defensive shape, teamwork, and chance creation. However, a recurring issue the…
Belgium Punish India’s Defensive Frailties in 5–1 Win at FIH Pro League: Relegation Threat Looms for Women in Blue The Indian Women’s Hockey Team suffered a crushing 1–5 defeat to Belgium in their FIH Pro League 2024–25 encounter in Antwerp on Saturday. What began with early promise and a Deepika goal for India quickly spiralled…
The Indian men’s hockey team’s European campaign in the 2024–25 FIH Pro League hit yet another low as they suffered a 3–6 defeat to Olympic bronze medallists Belgium in Antwerp on Saturday. The defeat not only marked India’s seventh consecutive loss but also extended what is now their longest-ever losing streak in international men’s hockey….
Rising Stars Take Center Stage, U20 National Junior Fed Athletics Championship 2025 Begins in Prayagraj From June 22 to 24, the Under-20 National Junior Athletics Championship 2025 will turn the spotlight toward India’s next generation of elite athletes. Hosted for the first time in Prayagraj, at the Madan Mohan Malviya Stadium, the event is expected…
The Indian women’s national football team, affectionately known as the Blue Tigresses, is set to begin a crucial chapter in their journey as they head into the AFC Women Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers. Led by newly appointed head coach Crispin Chettri, the squad departed for Thailand earlier this week, where they will compete in Group…
April 20, 2025, at the National 4×100 Relay Carnival in Chandigarh, could well be remembered as a pivotal day in Indian athletics. On a warm Sunday evening, four sprinters—Amlan Borgohain, Gurindervir Singh, Manikanta H, and Animesh Kujur came together not just to run, but to redefine what was thought possible for India in the men’s…
Indian tennis prodigy Maaya Rajeshwaran continues her impressive rise on the junior circuit, capturing the ITF J200 Gladbeck title in Germany on European clay. At just 16 years old, Maaya produced a week of composed and tactical tennis, culminating in a 6-2, 6-4 win over Switzerland’s Noelia Manta in the final. Ranked No. 79 in…
The echo of the whistle has signalled more than just the start of a match it marks the beginning of a renewed chapter for Indian volleyball. Following a pivotal leadership change within the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI), the sport is undergoing a long-overdue reset, with administrative clarity, structural planning, and athlete welfare emerging as…
Thrilling Wins for Indian Doubles Teams in Challenger Circuit: Prashanth/Martos Reach ATP Poznan Final, Kalyanpur/Somani Eye ATP 50 Title in France Indian tennis had plenty to cheer about on Saturday as two doubles pairs Vishnu Vardhan Prashanth with Spain’s Sergio Martos Gornés and the young Indian duo of Adil Kalyanpur and Parikshit Somani booked their…
India’s golden javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finally returned to the top of the Diamond League podium, clinching victory at the Paris Diamond League 2025 with a throw of 88.16m, ending a 722-day gap since his last Diamond League win. This win marked Chopra’s first Diamond League triumph since Lausanne 2023, where he had topped the…
The Indian archery team continued its consistent form in the continental circuit by finishing at the top of the medal standings at the Archery Asia Cup 2025 (Stage 2) in Singapore. Competing with a squad composed entirely of Under-21 athletes, India claimed a total of nine medals 2 gold, 6 silver, and 1 bronze in…
India’s table tennis campaign at the WTT Star Contender Ljubljana 2025 ended with Manika Batra’s Round of 32 loss, marking a disappointing exit for the entire contingent. Despite a strong opening win against experienced Portuguese paddler Fu Yu, Manika could not get past World No. 21 He Zhuojia of China in the second round. She…
Neeraj Chopra Wins 2025 Paris Diamond League with 88.16m, Adds Fifth DL Title to Career Tally Neeraj Chopra continued his remarkable run of consistency on the international circuit by winning the men’s javelin throw at the Paris Diamond League 2025 with a best effort of 88.16 metres, achieved on his very first attempt. The Indian…
Ultimate Kho Kho League Returns on November 29 at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi After two exhilarating seasons that redefined the sporting landscape for Kho Kho, Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) is set to return with its most ambitious edition yet. Season 3 kicks off on November 29, 2025, at the iconic Indira Gandhi Indoor…
Neeraj Chopra Set to Light Up Paris Diamond League Tonight: All Eyes on India’s Golden Boy Date: June 21, 2025 Time: 01:12 AM IST Event: Paris Diamond League — Men’s Javelin Throw Watch Live: Wanda Diamond League YouTube India’s greatest-ever track and field athlete, Neeraj Chopra, is back in action tonight at the Paris Diamond…
Indian women tennis players continue to make steady strides across the ITF and junior circuits, with notable performances from Zeel Desai, Sahaja Yamalapalli, and Maaya Rajeshwaran making headlines this week. As the summer hard court season gathers momentum, Indian players are not only gaining valuable ranking points but also making deep runs into international draws…
Greco-Roman Revival: Sumit Makes History at U23 Asian Wrestling Championships India’s Greco-Roman wrestling contingent had a landmark outing at the U23 Asian Wrestling Championships 2025 in Vung Tau, Vietnam, headlined by Sumit, who clinched India’s only gold medal in the Greco-Roman division and broke a long-standing drought. Sumit (Historic Gold in 60kg) In the most…
India’s women wrestlers delivered a stellar performance at the U23 Asian Wrestling Championships 2025 in Vung Tau, Vietnam, capturing five gold medals and one silver in a commanding display of talent and dominance. Priyanshi Prajapat (50kg) – Calm Under Pressure In the 50kg weight class, Priyanshi Prajapat emerged victorious with a gritty 4-2 win over…
India’s premier triple jumper Praveen Chithravel delivered one of the surprise performances of the 2025 athletics season, not in his trademark event, but in the men’s long jump, where he recorded a lifetime best of 7.86m at the XXIV Reunión Internacional Ciudad de Guadalajara in Spain. Competing outside of his preferred triple jump, Praveen not…
Top Indian Athletes Set to Train at Olympic Sports Center in Spala, Poland Ahead of 2025 Inter-State Championships In preparation for the 2025 Inter-State Athletics Championships, a strong contingent of India’s top track and field athletes is set to train at the prestigious Olympic Sports Center in Spala, Poland. The Athletics Federation of India (AFI)…
The stage is set, the draw is complete, and the excitement is palpable. From November 14 to 16, 2025, the SM Krishna Tennis Stadium in Bengaluru will host Group G of the Billie Jean King Cup Play-offs, with India taking on Netherlands and Slovenia in a round-robin battle for a place in the 2026 Qualifiers….
It was a rollercoaster day for Indian Doubles tennis on the international doubles circuit, with dramatic matches unfolding at both the ATP 500 event in London and the Challenger in Nottingham. While Rohan Bopanna and Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan emerged victorious in thrilling fashion, Yuki Bhambri narrowly missed out in a heart-breaking super tiebreak. Here’s a full…
Indian women’s tennis had a productive week on the international circuit, with impressive results at multiple ITF circuit events across Europe and Asia. Led by seasoned campaigners Ankita Raina and Rutuja Bhosale and supported by the rising stars Maaya Rajeshwaran and Vaidehi Chaudhari, India saw representation deep into both singles and doubles draws a sign…
In a development that has sent shockwaves through Indian football, the Indian Super League (ISL) the country’s top-tier football competition has been conspicuously left out of the All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) competitions calendar for the 2025–26 season. ISL misses out on the calendar While other domestic tournaments like the I-League, IWL, Durand Cup, and…
India’s top sabre fencer C.A. Bhavani Devi delivered a commendable performance at the 2025 Asian Fencing Championships in Bali, finishing 10th overall in the women’s sabre individual category. Summary in 90 : Bhavani Devi finished 10th in the women’s sabre event at the 2024 Asian Fencing Championships in Bali. After an impressive run in the…
India U23’s spirited display ended in a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat against Tajikistan U23 in an international friendly in Tashkent. Summary : India U-23 put in a spirited display but fell 3-2 to Tajikistan in a friendly, conceding twice in stoppage time after leading 2-1. Suhail Bhat and Parthib Gogoi scored for India, who looked sharp…
