Ethiopia’s defending champions Hayle Lemi Berhanu and Aberash Minsewo are returning to retain their titles at the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025, a World Athletics Gold Label Race, scheduled for Sunday, 19th January. Berhanu will attempt a hat trick of wins after his back-to-back victories in 2023 and 2024 in the men’s section. If successful, he…
Founded in 2013 as a part of Hockey India’s attempt to develop an International Hockey Federation sanctioned league, after the un-sanctioned World Series Hockey, began in 2012. Hockey India League Started last week. The first season took place in 2013. It proved to be a financial success for Hockey India, who were in financial disarray…
At HIL 2024, Spaniard Enrique Gonzalez put Vedanta Kalinga Lancers ahead in the 13th minute, but the side failed to build on the early momentum in their opening Hockey India League match as UP Rudras scored thrice at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Monday, December 30. Gonzalez struck home following a mesmeric run…
Smriti Mandhana, the elegant left-handed opening batter from India, has had a sensational 2024, showcasing her prowess and solidifying her position as one of the premier batters in women’s cricket. Her performance throughout the year has been nothing short of spectacular. Let’s take a look at her remarkable achievements throughout 2024. ODI Brilliance: Mandhana’s year…
After the remarkable performance by the Indian shooting contingent at the Paris Olympics, Indian shooters are back at the shooting range in the 67th national shooting championships. Paris Olympics medallists Sarbjot Singh and Swapnil Kusale are among the notable participants. The star of the championship, who surprised everyone, was Suruchi. The Haryana teenager dominated the…
Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and its president, Adille Sumariwalla have achieved a coup of sorts by bringing a World Athletics (previously IAAF) event to India after a gap of 20 years. India last hosted an IAAF event in 2004- the World Half-marathon Championships in Delhi. Since then, India has hosted the Commonwealth Games in…
The 86th Senior National Badminton Championships in Bengaluru witnessed Karnataka’s M Raghu and Haryana’s Devika Sihag emerge victorious in the men’s and women’s singles categories. Raghu’s triumph was particularly dramatic, as he saved three championship points to defeat Mithun Manjunath 14-21, 21-14, 24-22 in a thrilling final. Raghu’s Road to Victory Raghu, who had earlier…
In the chilly, fog-draped atmosphere of the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, the 67th National Shooting Championship witnessed a stellar performance from Raiza that illuminated the day. Olympian Raiza Dhillon delivered a breathtaking display of skill and precision in the women’s skeet event, breaking records and capturing the nation’s attention. Raiza’s phenomenal score of 122…
India delivered an exceptional performance at the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships, held in Doha, Qatar, from December 19 to December 25, 2024. Payal wins 5 medals Despite not winning any gold medals in the junior category, the Indian contingent showcased remarkable talent and resilience, securing a total of 33 medals across both categories….
After a long seven-year wait, the much-anticipated Hockey India League (HIL) is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever! Set to kick off on December 28, 2024, the league promises a thrilling ride of non-stop hockey action as top Indian and international talents battle for supremacy. The season opener will witness Delhi SG Pipers…
Anahat Singh, India’s squash prodigy and Asian Games medalist, has had an extraordinary 2024, capturing nine PSA Challenger Tour titles and establishing herself as a formidable force in the sport. Currently ranked 82 in the world, Anahat Singh is poised for even greater achievements in 2025. Adding to her accolades, she has also been nominated…
Life comes a full circle for Indian chess fans as the world rapid and blitz goes back to NewYork. Indian chess fans will always remember the 1995 world championship match between Anand and Kasparov as an epoch making moment in Indian chess. After 18 games, with a final score of 10½ to 7½ Kasparov retained…
Team Asia won the inaugural Waldner Cup in Oslo, Norway, on Sunday by beating team world with a score of 14-10. This tournament was established by Barcelona 1992 Olympic gold medallist Jan Ove Waldner of Sweden. Team Asia featured a stellar lineup, including Ma Long, a six-time Olympic gold medalist, and Chen Meng, the reigning…
The year’s first slam Australian Open 2025 will take place in Melbourne Park from January 6 to 26. Sumit Nagal has made the main draw. Tennis Australia on December 6, 2024, announced the entry list for the Australian Open 2025, where Indian men’s single top tennis player Sumit Nagal, currently ranked 98th, secured automatic qualification…
The women’s doubles duo of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand Pullela is showing promising signs for the future of India’s doubles badminton. After a decent outing in the recently held BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou, Treesa and Gayatri achieved their career-high world ranking of 11. They are now India’s top women’s doubles pair after…
New Delhi will also host the World Boxing Congress 2025 India has struck a powerful punch in the world of boxing, securing the hosting rights for the prestigious World Boxing Cup Final 2025 and the World Boxing Congress scheduled for November 2025 in New Delhi. This comes as the most exciting development for the ardent…
As we ring in 2025, tennis fans across India have plenty to celebrate. From the bustling courts of Chennai to the vibrant arenas of Pune and Bengaluru, a stunning lineup of international tournaments is set to grace Indian soil. For three electrifying months January to March 2025 the nation will transform into a tennis battleground,…
Boxing Federation of India (BFI) is delighted to announce that India has been awarded the hosting rights for the prestigious World Boxing Cup Final 2025 and the Congress 2025, scheduled to take place in November 2025. This landmark achievement underscores India’s growing prominence on the global boxing stage and reaffirms its capability to host world-class…
India’s brightest badminton prospects Tanvi Sharma, has added another feather to her cap by finishing as the runner-up at the prestigious Odisha BWF100 tournament held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack The competition brought together elite players from around the world. Yet, it was Tanvi’s grit, determination, and exceptional performance that stole the…
India is set to send a talented team to the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships 2024, which will be held in Doha, Qatar from December 19-25, 2024. A total of 24 athletes will represent India across both the junior and youth categories, with many having already shown remarkable performances on the international stage. This…
Third edition of Yonex Sunrise Odisha Masters S100 have been concluded successfully on 15th Dec 2024 as Rithvik Wins at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor stadium, Cuttack. China the second successful nation behind India in tournament history claimed three titles in Women Singles, Mixed doubles and Men doubles this time , finishing runners up in Women doubles…
In the vibrant landscape of Indian badminton, where legends like Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu have left indelible marks, a new star has begun to emerge—Anmol Kharb. At just 17, this Haryana-born shuttler has already demonstrated the skills, determination, and mental toughness necessary to become the next big name in Indian sports. With her relentless…
The Tennis Premier League (TPL) delivered another thrilling edition from 3rd -8th December, culminating in a spectacular victory for the Hyderabad Strikers, making them the most successful team in the league. What made this season truly special was the perfect blend of Indian and international players in the teams, bringing a unique mix of skills,…
Pooja, a 17-year-old high jumper from Haryana, has made history by raising the bar—literally and figuratively—at the National Junior Athletics Championships 2024. Competing in the high jump event of the heptathlon, Pooja cleared an astounding height of 1.85 meters, breaking her own U20 Women’s High Jump National Record of 1.83 meters. In her debut heptathlon…
India’s sole representative Gayatri-Treesa shines at ongoing HSBC BWF WORLD TOUR FINALS 2024 in Hangzhou, China . World rank 13 pair Gayatri-Treesa are placed in group-A along with Olympics champions 🇨🇳 Liu sheng shu/Tan Ning ,Paris bronze medalist 🇯🇵 Nami Matsuyama/Chiharu Shida and Paris 4th finishers Malaysian 🇲🇾 pair Tan Pearly/Thinaah Muralitharan. It was expected…
New Delhi, November 26, 2024: The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has appointed Malaysian doubles specialist Tan Kim Her to work with the national team for the second time. Instrumental in pairing Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy during his first stint with India, Tan will focus on developing strong doubles partnerships and bench strength ahead…
The Waldner Cup 2024, an innovative table tennis event in Oslo from December 13 to 15, will spotlight a “Team Asia vs. Team World” competition and has Indian star paddler Manika Batra Featuring a mix of legendary and rising stars, it is captained by Ma Long for Asia and Jan-Ove Waldner for the World. The…
In a recent case that galloped its way into the Delhi High Court, the Rajasthan Equestrian Association (REA) locked horns with the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) over governance issues, voting rights, and adherence to the National Sports Development Code of India (NSDCI). This courtroom drama unfolded against the backdrop of India’s preparation for the…
The 2024 Chinese Taipei Open, held from December 6th to 8th in Taoyuan City, was an Indoor World Series event. Jyothi Surekha Vennam claimed the title. Jyothi Surekha Vennam claimed the Compound Women’s Gold at the tournament. India also had strong performances in the Recurve Men, Recurve Women, and Compound Men events, with several archers…
The Indian women’s junior hockey team stormed into the Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2024 with a resounding 13-1 victory over Bangladesh in Muscat, Oman, on December 8. It was a commanding performance at the Junior Asia Cup that showcased their flair, precision, and hunger for success, leaving fans and pundits buzzing with excitement. The Scoring…
In the final day of Guwahati Masters India has three representations in finals and all are up against the Chinese opponents. India has two representations in singles (MS, WS) and one in Women’s Double. AshTan Defend Their Guwahati Masters Title In first final of the day, WR 13 and top seed of the tournament, pair…
Women’s doubles top seeds Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto and men’s singles third seed Sathish Kumar Karunakaran gave the Indian badminton fans a lot to cheer for as they registered straight games wins to clinch the Guwahati Masters Super 100 titles here on Sunday. Ashwini and Tanisha, the only defending champions to retain the title, defeated China’s Li Hua Zhou…
Goalkeeper Nina Shil was named Player of the Match for her outstanding display at the Handball Championships. Handball, India overcame Singapore with a commanding 35-22 win on Sunday at the Asian Women’s Handball Championship (AWHC) 2024 in New Delhi, opening up the opportunity for their best-ever finish at the tournament. India, who have never finished…
Indian Squash teams are set to participate in Hong Kong, China, as its set to host the 2024 World Squash Team Championships from December 9th to 15th. For the first time, both the men’s and women’s events will be held concurrently at the same venue. This landmark event will feature a record 195 players, divided…
The world junior athletics championships have been a happy event for India in the past 10 years with the ground-breaking achievements of Neeraj Chopra in 2016, Hima Das in 2018 and many other impressive performances from the likes of Rupal, Priya Mohan, Shaili Singh and Selva Prabhu. This year’s championships at Lima were underwhelming for…
South Korea beat China in a clash of the heavyweights, while Kazakhstan beat Singapore in Handball New Delhi, December 6, 2024: Despite inflicting 15 goals on former winners Japan, more than any other team so far in the competition, India fell to a loss in game three of the Asian Women’s Handball Championship 2024. Beaten…
Ashwini-Tanisha, Mansi Singh and Satish Kumar also reach the last four Guwahati, Dec 6: India’s rising women’s singles star Anmol Kharb kept her cool under relentless pressure to pack off defending champion Lalinrat Chaiwan of Thailand in the quarterfinals of the Guwahati Masters Super 100 badminton tournament here on Friday. Kharb had fought back from…
India is gearing up for the Weightlifting World Championships in Bahrain starting December 6th, but the spotlight will shift from its leading lifter, Mirabai Chanu, to a new generation of weightlifters. Chanu, who has been the face of Indian weightlifting, will skip the event to focus on her rehabilitation program as she recovers from persistent…
A Young Indian Team at the ITTF mixed team world cup In the absence of big names of Indian Table Tennis (Sharath Kamal, Manika Batra, Sreeja Akula) , a young Indian team Pritha Vartikar, Jeet Chandra, Snehit Suravajjula, Yashaswini Ghorpade defeated the Aussie team 8-6 but missed out on qualifying for the knockout stage. China…
INDIAN WINS 3 out of 5 FINALS at the 2024 Syed Modi International Badminton Championship The 2024 Syed Modi International Badminton Championship provided a lot of insights into the current state of Indian badminton. While the tournament had a depleted field with several top players absent, India still contested the final in all five disciplines,…
The Syed Modi International S300 2024 is currently underway at the Babu Banarasi Das Indoor Stadium in Lucknow. The dominance of Indian shuttlers on home soil is in full flow, and they are aiming to clinch every title. As Indian shuttlers have already made this tournament a memorable one by reaching the finals in every…
Indian Stars Shine Bright at Syed Modi International 2024 The Syed Modi International 2024 is shaping up to be a tournament of Indian dominance, as several homegrown stars have surged into the finals with brilliant performances that have left fans on the edge of their seats. Pruthvi Roy & Sai Pratheek: The Duo to Watch…
India recently played two pivotal matches in the second window of the FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers, facing off against Qatar and Kazakhstan. Despite higher expectations for a win against Qatar, Indian fans were left disheartened by the team’s performance, resulting in a 53-69 defeat. Known for their reliance on three-point shooting, India struggled, converting only…
Sakshi Malik, Olympic Bronze medalist and Commonwealth Games Gold medalist will flag off the races as Event Ambassador of the 12th Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation Marathon, to be run on December 8. The event that offers among the highest prize money of Rs 58 lakhs plus, exclusively for Indian participants, will see some of the…
Asian Womens Handball Championship 2024 Comes to India for the First Time: All You Need to Know Sporting history will be made this December when India hosts the 20th edition of the Asian Women’s Handball Championship (AWHC) at the Indira Gandhi Arena, New Delhi. World Handball League (WHL) presents the Asian Women’s Handball Championship which…
The second edition of the ITTF Mixed Team World Cup is slated to begin on December 1, 2024, in Chengdu, China, and will feature 16 nations that will be fighting for the prestigious Guoliang-Sörling Trophy. Following the resounding success of the inaugural edition last year, Chengdu will once again provide the stage for this thrilling…
You must have seen the recent news reports, India might be in contention for Olympics 2036 hosting rights. But Sports fans in India can experience multi sport extravaganza well before that. If you too are a sports fan beyond Cricket, then we suggest you to be in Bihar next year as it hosts 3 world…
The countdown is over. From November 26 to December 4, 2024, the Men’s Junior Asia Cup returns, bringing together the finest junior men’s hockey teams in Asia for an electrifying tournament. Hosted in the picturesque city of Muscat, Oman, the stakes are monumental: not just continental glory, but six coveted spots in the expanded FIH…
Indian leg in BWF calendar is set to begin with SYED MODI INTERNATIONAL 2024 in Lucknow from 26th Nov to 1st Dec , a Super-300 tournament. This is the 13th edition and the last grade-2 tournament of the year beside ultimate HSBC BWF WORLD TOUR FINALS 2024 that will take place from 11th to 15th…
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated clashes in chess history as India’s 18-year-old sensation, D Gukesh, takes on China’s reigning world champion, Ding Liren, in the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship. Hosted at Singapore’s iconic Resorts World Sentosa, this marks the first time in the 138- year history of the championship…
