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…
Ends 600+ Day Drought with Straight-Sets Win in CAVA Mens Nations League After a prolonged period of absence from international action, the Indian men’s volleyball team roared back into the spotlight with a commanding straight-sets victory over host nation Uzbekistan in the CAVA Men’s Nations League 2025. The final score read 25-18, 25-16, 25-20, giving…
India’s Teen Duo Manas Dhamne & Hitesh Chauhan Storm into Roland-Garros Juniors Main Draw It’s a moment of pride for Indian tennis as two 17-year-olds, Manas Dhamne and Hitesh Chauhan, have booked their places in the Roland-Garros Juniors Main Draw after impressive runs in the qualifiers. The achievement signals a promising future for the sport…
Indian distance running witnessed a historic evening at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships as Gulveer Singh completed a rare 5000m-10000m double, while Parul Chaudhary smashed her own national record once again en route to a silver medal in the 3000m steeplechase. Gulveer Singh Completes a Historic Double Two years ago, Gulveer Singh was an emerging…
In a landmark moment for Indian athletics, 18-year-old Pooja Singh clinched the gold medal in the women’s high jump at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships, clearing a personal best height of 1.89m. With this achievement, she became only the second Indian woman to win a high jump medal — and the first in 25 years…
India’s top men’s doubles duo, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, delivered one of their most composed performances of the season, defeating World No.1 Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin of Malaysia in straight games — 21-17, 21-15 — to book their place in the semi-finals of the Singapore Open 2025 Super 750. In a contest…
The Indian senior women’s football team will take the field today against Uzbekistan in the first of two FIFA International Friendlies, marking a crucial phase in their preparations for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers. Its India vs Uzbekistan. The match will kick off at 4:30 PM IST at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports…
India U23 Draw Tough Group in AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Qatar, Bahrain and Brunei Await the Blue Colts in Doha The journey to the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 begins in earnest for the Indian U23 men’s national football team, as they were drawn into Group H of the qualifiers alongside hosts Qatar,…
What was supposed to be a medal march turned into a moment of heartbreak in 4×100 relay for Indian athletics. At the Asian Athletics Championships 2025, the Indian men’s 4x100m relay team was disqualified in the heats after a baton exchange error between Pranav Pramod Gurav and Ragul Kumar Ganesh Kumar. The violation occurred during…
Asian Athletics Championships is now on penultimate day and we have everything that you need. Here are the Final Matches for today and if you missed the coverage yesterday here is the link. 💥 High Jump W 💥 5000m M 💥 3000m SC W 💥 Heptathlon 4:25pm | IT IS YET ANOTHER GOLD FOR INDIA..THIS…
The clay courts of Paris have once again become the proving ground for emerging tennis stars, and this year’s Roland Garros Juniors 2025 qualifiers have seen several young Indian players making their mark. From battling fatigue to dominating seeded opponents, the Indian juniors delivered gutsy and commendable performances in their opening qualifying matches. Maaya Rajeshwaran…
The pursuit of perfection in archery has long been symbolized by the elusive Archery Bullseye X-ring — a tiny 6.1 cm circle at the very center of the target. Until now, even hitting this inner circle yielded a maximum of 10 points, identical to any other shot that touched the 10-ring. But that is about…
India’s Greco-Roman wrestling team had a mixed day at the Ulaanbaatar Open Ranking Series, with Anil Mor emerging as the standout performer by winning gold in the 55kg category. Mor dominated all four of his bouts without conceding a single point, underlining his technical control and tactical maturity. Anil Mor’s Unbeaten Run in 55kg Anil…
India had a stellar Day 3 at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships, winning six medals — including three golds, two silvers, and one bronze — to take their overall tally to 14 medals (5 gold, 5 silver, 4 bronze) and climb to second place on the medal table. It was a day of dominance, comebacks,…
In the high-pressure cauldron of championship relays, few athletes thrive as consistently and dramatically as Subha Venkatesan. Once again, under the glaring lights and roaring stands of the Asian Athletics Championships, Subha lived up to her growing reputation as India’s “Anchor Leg GOAT”, delivering a clutch finish that sealed India’s fifth gold medal of the…
Jyothi Yarraji reaffirmed her place at the top of Asian sprint hurdles by storming to victory in the women’s 100m hurdles final at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships, defending her title with a Championship Record time of 12.96 seconds. The 24-year-old from Visakhapatnam not only secured India’s fourth gold medal of the championships, but also…
Avinash Sable Ends 36-Year Wait with Gold in Steeplechase: A Glorious Chapter in India’s Asian Championship Legacy In Gumi, South Korea, on a damp May evening in 2025, Avinash Sable ran his name into the history books with a storming victory in the men’s 3000m steeplechase, clinching gold with a season-best time of 8:20.92 at…
The Indian women’s volleyball team is set to return to continental competition as they prepare to compete in the AVC womens Nations Cup 2025, to be held in Hanoi, Vietnam from June 7 to 14. Drawn into a challenging Group A, India will face higher-ranked and seasoned opponents, but will aim to build on past…
India’s junior tennis stars are set to make their mark at the Roland-Garros Junior Boys and Girls Singles Qualifying events, with four players in action today. The standout headline is 15-year-old Manas Dhamne being seeded No. 1 in the boys’ singles qualifying draw—a major milestone for Indian tennis at the prestigious Grand Slam event. Manas…
India’s men’s volleyball team kicked off its CAVA mens Nations League campaign with a spirited but ultimately unsuccessful performance, going down 1-3 to a strong Iranian side in the Pool A opener on Wednesday. The match, held in Fergana, Uzbekistan, saw the Indian team take the opening set in style before Iran rallied to clinch…
P V Sindhu’s valiant campaign at the 2025 Singapore Open Super 750 came to a close in the Round of 16, as the Indian shuttler bowed out after a pulsating three-game encounter against China’s Chen Yu Fei. In one of her grittiest performances in recent months, Sindhu fought hard but fell short in the decider,…
