As the Indian men’s hockey team embarks on the decisive European leg of the 2024–25 FIH Pro League, there is a sense of cautious optimism within the camp. Having had a break from international hockey since March, the squad led by Harmanpreet Singh now faces eight intense matches between June 7 and June 22 —…
IndianOil UTT Season 6: Diya Chitale Seals Thrilling Win for Dabang Delhi; Dempo Goa Challengers Dominate Pune Jaguars Live broadcast on Star Sports Khel and Star Sports 2 Tamil, with streaming on JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. All ties are being played at Ahmedabad’s EKA Arena. Ahmedabad, June 6, 2025: Diya Chitale delivered under pressure once…
IndianOil UTT Season 6: Power Couple Harmeet Desai, Krittwika Sinha Roy Lead Dempo Goa Challengers to 10–5 Win Over PBG Pune Jaguars All 23 action-packed ties will be broadcast on Star Sports Khel and Star Sports 2 Tamil, and streamed live on JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar Ahmedabad, June 6, 2025: India’s table tennis power couple…
New Formats, New Era: BWF to Introduce 3×15 Scoring and Team Relay at World Junior Championships 2025 in Guwahati In a landmark step towards modernising badminton, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) will roll out two new competition formats — the 3×15 point scoring system and an updated team relay format — at the upcoming BWF…
After a commendable outing in Argentina, the Indian Junior Women Hockey Team is set to embark on the next leg of its international preparation with a five-match tour of Europe from June 8 to 17. The tour, which features matches against Belgium, Australia, and the Netherlands, is seen as a pivotal step in the team’s…
India’s promising run in the compound archery circuit hit a disappointing note at Antalya World Cup Stage 3 in Turkey, as the contingent returned empty-handed from the final leg of the prestigious World Cup series. Despite several high seeds and a history of strong performances in earlier stages, Indian archers failed to make the podium…
The javelin world will turn its attention to Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium on July 5, 2025, as the Neeraj Chopra Classic returns after getting rescheduled earlier. With a stacked field featuring Olympic champions, world medallists, and rising Indian throwers, this event promises to be one of the most significant standalone javelin competitions globally. Organized by…
Following a successful outing at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships, a 34-member Indian contingent will compete at the Taiwan Athletics Open 2025, scheduled for June 7 and 8 in Taipei City. The event is part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze (Category C) and presents another crucial international opportunity for Indian athletes ahead of…
ISSF Munich World Cup 2025: Indian Shooters Brace for Fierce Challenge as South Korea Sends Full-Strength Olympic Squad The stage is set for one of the most competitive events in the global shooting calendar as the ISSF Rifle/Pistol World Cup returns to Munich from June 8 to 15, 2025. A total of 23 Indian shooters…
From Shared Rankings to Separate Paths: How Uzbekistan Reached the FIFA World Cup 2026 While India Stagnates By IndiaSportsHub Uzbekistan has qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 — and it’s not just a victory for Uzbek football, but a clear signal to the rest of Asia. In less than 34 years since gaining independence…
IndianOil UTT Season 6: Ayhika Mukherjee Leads Ahmedabad SG Pipers to First Win; Jaipur Patriots Edge U Mumba TT in Thriller All 23 high-intensity ties this season are broadcast on Star Sports Khel and Star Sports 2 Tamil, and streamed live on JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar Ahmedabad, June 5, 2025: Ayhika Mukherjee produced a clutch…
Women’s Volleyball AVC Nations Cup runs from 7–14 June in Hanoi, with top honours and Asian Championship qualification on the line. The stage is set in Hanoi, Vietnam, for the 2025 AVC Women’s Volleyball Nations Cup, as ten national teams prepare to battle it out from 7th to 14th June for regional supremacy and a…
India’s outing at the Hyundai Archery World Cup Stage 3 in Antalya was filled with thrilling contests, heartbreakingly close losses, and yet another frustrating trend — a series of fourth-place finishes. Despite promising performances across the compound and recurve team events, the Indian squads returned without a medal, narrowly missing the podium in both the…
Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, the formidable Indian men’s doubles pair often dubbed the “Brothers of Destruction,” & Satwik-Chirag have advanced to the quarterfinals of the prestigious Indonesia Open Super 1000 tournament after surviving two high-pressure matches in back-to-back rounds. Their path to the last eight has been anything but straightforward, but once again, the…
It was a match that had everything: grit, comebacks, momentum shifts, and moments of brilliance from both ends of the court as PV Sindhu Lost. It was heartbreak yet again for PV Sindhu, who went down fighting against Thailand’s Pornpawee Chochuwong in a draining 77-minute Round of 16 clash at the Indonesia Open Super 1000….
After 600 days away from international volleyball, the Indian men’s team returned to the court at the CAVA Mens Nations League 2025 with more questions than expectations. No match practice, a long layoff, and an unranked world status — India walked into the competition unsure of how they’d compete. But by the end of the…
The Indian men’s hockey team wrapped up their short tour of Ireland with back-to-back wins, signalling strong intent ahead of the all-important FIH Pro League European leg. With the Paris Olympic bronze in their back pocket and a World Cup qualification spot up for grabs, the focus has shifted to consistency, intensity, and winning under…
IndianOil UTT Season 6: PBG Pune Jaguars Outclass Kolkata ThunderBlades; Dabang Delhi TTC Exact Revenge on Defending Champions Dempo Goa Challengers All 23 ties of IndianOil UTT Season 6 are being broadcast on Star Sports Khel and Star Sports 2 Tamil, and streamed live on JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. Ahmedabad, June 4, 2025: PBG Pune…
As the Archery World Cup Stage 3 got underway in Antalya, Indian archers delivered a mixed bag of results in the qualification round. While the compound archers once again demonstrated their growing stature on the global stage, the recurve contingent showed signs of struggle, raising concerns ahead of the critical knockout rounds. Recurve Men: In…
Indian Football Crisis: Time for a Hard Reset Before It’s Too Late India’s 0-2 defeat to Thailand in the recent international friendly wasn’t just another poor result—it was a flashing red warning light for Indian football. Ranked 126th in the world, India looked disjointed, lifeless, and completely out of ideas against a Thai side ranked…
Indian badminton, once buoyed by the historic rise of stars like P.V. Sindhu, Saina Nehwal, Kidambi Srikanth, and the dynamic men’s doubles pair of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, is facing a harsh statistical reality: for the first time in recent years, no Indian shuttler or pair will feature in the world top 10 rankings…
A sizeable and competitive Indian contingent has been entered for the Taiwan Athletics Open 2025, scheduled to be held on June 7–8 at the Taipei Municipal Stadium. This event, classified as a World Athletics Continental Tour – Bronze (C category) meet, is a vital stop in the lead-up to major global competitions and carries crucial…
From the mustard fields of Sirsa in Uttar Pradesh to the top of the Asian podium, Gulveer Singh’s journey is not just one of speed and stamina, but also of grit, sacrifice, and relentless pursuit of excellence. In just a few years, the Armyman has risen to become India’s premier long-distance runner, breaking national records…
India vs Iran Set for Blockbuster Final at CAVA Mens Volleyball Nations League 2025 The CAVA Men’s Volleyball Nations League 2025 is all set for a thrilling finale as India and Iran lock horns in what promises to be a high-octane championship clash on June 4. On the penultimate day of action in Fergana, India…
Brothers of Destruction Storm into R16: Satwik-Chirag Down Home Favourites Leo/Bagas at Indonesia Open On a day that saw heartbreak for Indian singles contenders, the “Brothers of Destruction” — Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty — roared back from the brink to dismantle home favourites Leo Rolly Carnando and Bagas Maulana 18-21, 21-18, 21-14 and reach…
The opening round of the Indonesia Open Super 1000 brought a blend of nostalgia, fight, and heartbreak for Indian badminton, with PV Sindhu’s triumph over Nozomi Okuhara highlighting Day 1 action. While Malvika Bansod retired due to a injury, debutant Rakshitha Ramraj and young talent Anupama Upadhyay bowed out after fighting displays. Sindhu vs Okuhara:…
IndianOil UTT Season 6: Sreeja Akula, Kanak Jha Star as Jaipur Patriots Clinch First Win Despite Late Chennai Lions Surge Jaipur Patriots kickstarted their IndianOil Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 6 campaign with a commanding 9-6 win over Stanley’s Chennai Lions, thanks to standout performances by USA’s Kanak Jha and India’s Sreeja Akula. Despite a…
India Storms Into the Final of the CAVA Mens Nations League After Thrilling Comeback Victory Over Kazakhstan In a pulsating five-set thriller that had every fan on the edge of their seat, the Indian men’s volleyball team clinched a place in the final of the CAVA Men’s Nations League 2025 with a stunning 3-2 win…
In what could well be the last chapter of a rivalry that has become the stuff of badminton legend, India’s P.V. Sindhu edged out Japan’s Nozomi Okuhara in a tense 79-minute battle at the Indonesia Open 2025, winning 22-20, 21-23, 21-15 to move into the Round of 16. It wasn’t their greatest match in terms…
India wins 25-15, 25-19, 25-23 in high-octane face-off in Fergana in CAVA Nations League 2025 India delivered a clinical performance to register a straight-sets victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in their CAVA Nations League 2025 Crossover Match 1, storming to a 25-15, 25-19, 25-23 win at the Olympic Volleyball Arena in Fergana. Despite entering the match…
All eyes on marquee clashes as 7 Indian entries begin their campaigns on June 3 at Indonesian Open 2025 The prestigious Indonesia Open 2025, a BWF Super 1000 event, kicks off in Jakarta on June 3 with a packed Indian lineup looking to make early statements. As the season enters a crucial phase on the…
Bernadette Szocs, Zeng Jian, and Maria Xiao dazzle in thrilling start to India’s premier table tennis league UTT Season 6 The sixth season of IndianOil Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) kicked off in thrilling fashion at the EKA Arena, Ahmedabad, with three high-quality team ties delivering edge-of-the-seat action, standout Indian performances, and international flair. Reigning champions…
In a landmark move aimed at elevating Indian badminton to global prominence, the Badminton Association of India (BAI) has unveiled a comprehensive ₹9.75 crore annual investment plan focused on talent development, domestic tournament support, coaching enhancement, and international performance incentives. Its a major Boost for Coaching, Grassroots Development, and International Success Incentives The decision, announced…
From the Asian Games to the Asian Cup, and from the King’s Cup to the now-defunct Nehru Cup, India’s footballing rivalry with Thailand stretches over six decades. Its again India vs Thailand in a friendly. The two nations first crossed paths at the 1962 Asian Games in Jakarta, where the Blue Tigers triumphed 4-1, a…
The 2025 Hyundai Archery World Cup reaches its halfway point as the third stage of the season unfolds from June 3 to 8 at the Antalya Centennial Archery Centre and Antalya Beach Park in Türkiye. A total of 311 archers from 44 countries will compete at this historic stop — which has featured on the…
The Ulaanbaatar Ranking Series in Mongolia proved to be a gritty test for India’s men’s freestyle wrestling contingent. Despite several promising performances, the team ended the competition without a single gold medal, settling for two silver and four bronze, a result that reflects both the depth and the challenges of the squad in an Olympic…
Sathiyan Gnanasekaran has long been one of the defining figures in Indian table tennis. An architect of India’s global emergence in the sport, he blended flair with grit, intellect with instinct. From engineering upsets over world champions to standing tall on multiple international podiums, Sathiyan’s rise mirrored the growth of Indian table tennis itself. But…
The ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 in Suhl concluded, with India emerging as the undisputed champion on the medals table. The young Indian contingent showcased remarkable composure, consistency and skill, finishing with an impressive 11 medals- 3 gold, 4 silver and 4 bronze, comfortably outpacing all other nations. China with 4 medals, and Italy with…
Indian badminton has witnessed remarkable highs in the past decade—Olympic medals, World Championship podiums, and a steady stream of titles across global stages. The Indian Men Singles is now searching for answers for some time. In 2025, the men’s singles category finds itself confronting an uncomfortable truth: the gap between India’s current status and its…
Indian swimming star Srihari Nataraj has once again etched his name in the history books, this time in the 200m Freestyle event. Competing at the Singapore National Swimming Championships, Srihari clocked 1:48.66, breaking his own previous national record of 1:49.73, set earlier in 2024. His gold-medal-winning performance in Singapore not only secured the top podium…
In a performance marked by grit, personal milestones, and national pride, India wrapped up a historic campaign at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships 2025 in Gumi, South Korea, finishing second on the medal tally with 24 medals — 8 gold, 10 silver, and 6 bronze. This was not just a week of podium finishes; it…
In their first major tournament appearance since January, India’s top men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty made an impressive return to the BWF Tour, reaching the semi-finals of the Singapore Open 2025. But in a familiar and frustrating script, the duo fell to their long-time rivals Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik of…
India Set for Crucial Crossovers at CAVA Nations League 2025 After Finishing Second in Pool A The Indian men’s volleyball team has advanced to the second round of the 2025 CAVA Men’s Nations League in Fergana, Uzbekistan, after finishing second in Pool A, behind Iran. The next challenge? Back-to-back crossover clashes against Pakistan (June 2)…
Animesh Kujur Breaks Barriers and Records: Bronze for India in Men’s 200m at the Asian Athletics Championships 2025 Indian athletics witnessed a seismic moment on the track in Gumi, South Korea, as Animesh Kujur stormed his way into the history books, clinching a bronze medal in the men’s 200m at the Asian Athletics Championships 2025….
In Indian athletics, every few years a name emerges from the junior circuit that promises a new chapter of excellence. In 2025, that name is Abhinaya Rajarajan. At just 18 years of age, Abhinaya announced her arrival on the senior international stage in the most dramatic fashion possible. Running the third leg for India’s women’s…
A year ago, Sachin Yadav was a name buried deep within the ranks of Indian athletics—talented but largely unknown. Fast forward to May 2025, and he’s now not only one of India’s most promising javelin throwers but also an Asian silver medalist and the fourth-best thrower in Indian history. In the unforgiving world of elite…
IndianOil UTT Season 6: Harmeet Desai, Sathiyan Gnanasekaran, and Diya Chitale Shine as Defending Champions and Dabang Delhi Open with Statement Wins IndianOil Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 6 began with a double-header full of grit, flair, and high-quality rallies, as defending champions Dempo Goa Challengers and former champions Dabang Delhi TTC registered strong opening…
It was a memorable day for Indian tennis at Roland-Garros as two of India’s top doubles players — Rohan Bopanna and Yuki Bhambri — delivered thrilling comeback victories to storm into the third round of the French Open 2025. While Bopanna further cemented his status as a Grand Slam doubles mainstay, Bhambri reached a career…
As the 26th Asian Athletics Championships enter a decisive evening session on Day 5 in Gumi, South Korea, Indian athletes are gearing up for a potential medal rush. With nine finals scheduled for Indian participation, this session could significantly alter India’s position on the medal tally. Here’s a preview of the action-packed evening: 1:40 PM…
Golden Day for India at Asian Athletics Championships 2025: Nandini, Pooja, Parul, and Gulveer Shine India had a spectacular day at the Asian Athletics Championships 2025, adding multiple medals and records to their tally in Gumi. From Nandini Agasara’s gutsy heptathlon gold to Parul Chaudhary breaking her own national record, and 18-year-old Pooja scripting history…
