Nitesh, Sukant, Krishna And Manisha Star In India’s NSDF Badminton Asia Para Badminton Championships 2025 Triumph
India delivered a stellar all-round performance at the NSDF Badminton Asia Para Badminton Championships 2025 in Thailand, clinching multiple medals across nearly every classification. From high-octane finals to strategic battles, the Indian para-badminton team showcased depth, resilience, and world-class skill, with standout contributions from stars like Sukant Kadam, Krishna Nagar, Nithya Sre, and Manisha Ramdass.
Logo And Mascot For 2025 World Para Athletics Championships Unveiled In Delhi
June 20 marked the 100-day countdown to the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, with a grand unveiling of the event’s official logo and mascot, ‘Viraaj’—a spirited young elephant with a blade prosthesis symbolizing courage and optimism. The ceremony, held in Delhi, brought together dignitaries including Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, actor and MP Kangana Ranaut, and top officials from the Paralympic Committee of India. As India prepares to welcome athletes from over 100 nations this October, the unveiling set a powerful tone for a championship that will highlight inclusion, excellence, and the indomitable spirit of para athletes.
Ultimate Kho Kho Season 3 Goes Global: International Players, Bigger Platform And A Bold New Chapter
After redefining traditional Indian sport through two high-octane seasons, Ultimate Kho Kho is back with its most ambitious edition yet. Season 3, kicking off on November 29, 2025, at New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, will feature international players for the first time, symbolizing the league’s transition from a national sensation to a global sporting force. With record-breaking viewership, cutting-edge technology like spider cam, and a renewed focus on global reach and grassroots growth, UKK continues to reshape the future of indigenous Indian sports.
S8UL Qualifies For Grand Finals In Three Titles At Esports World Cup 2025
S8UL, India’s premier esports and gaming content organization, has officially qualified for the grand finals of Apex Legends, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), and EAFC 25 at the prestigious Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 in Riyadh. With a historic $70 million prize pool, EWC 2025 promises to be one of the largest esports tournaments ever, and S8UL is making history by competing across 13 elite titles, representing India on a truly global stage.
Top Grandmasters Show Their Class In Aurionpro Mumbai International Grandmaster Chess Tournament
Top seeded Grandmasters lived upto their billing, recording dominant victories across the top boards in round 2 of the the Aurionpro Mumbai International Grandmaster Chess Tournament at the World Trade Centre, Mumbai, on Wednesday, June 18. Top seed GM Levan Pantsulaia showcased his class by defeating Bhaavan Kolla in 33 moves with the French variation of the Sicilian Defence. GM Petrosyan Manuel employed the London System and brilliantly converted an exchange sacrifice into a full point, while GM Paichadze Luka played a sharp and aggressive Caro-Kann to dismantle his opponent. All top 15 boards were won by titled players, reaffirming their superiority early in the tournament. Despite the dominance at the top, the round wasn’t without its surprises. Hemal Varshan held Manas Gaikwad (ELO 2232) to a draw, while several 1800-rated players impressed by drawing against opponents rated 2100 and above, adding intrigue to the mid-field battles. Also Read: Sagar Shah On India’s Chess Revolution: From Vishy Anand’s Legacy To The Rise of a New GenerationThe tournament, organised by Indian Chess School under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation (AICF), features 293 players from 18 countries. With a prize fund of ₹25 lakh, including ₹4 lakh for the winner, the 9-round Swiss event promises many more exciting clashes ahead. Key Results of Round 2: Player 1 Score Player 2 Kolla Bhavan 0 GM Pantsulaia Levan GM Petrosyan Manuel 1 FM Prakash Ram Rachit Gurnani 0 GM Paichadze Luka GM Nikitenko Mihail 1 Devesh Naik CM Vyom Malhotra 0 GM Lalit Babu MR GM Gharibyan Mamikon 1 Nisha Jawalkar AFM Arhan Jain 0 GM Savchenko Boris FM Vedant Panesar 1 CM Vedant Varasada Jagreet Misra 0 GM Sanikidze Tornike GM Deepan Chakravarthy 1 Medhvansh Madeti The Sportz Planet Desk
Indian Archery League To Start In October
India is set to welcome a brand-new sports league as the Indian Archery League gears up for its inaugural season this October in Delhi. Following a city-based franchise format, the league will feature six teams—three of which are confirmed as Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Backed by the Archery Association of India, the league aims to elevate the sport’s profile in the country and prepare athletes for the upcoming inclusion of both recurve and compound archery in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Rugby Premier League 2025: Chennai Bulls And Hyderabad Heroes Dominate With Commanding Wins
The GMR Rugby Premier League saw two dominant displays on Tuesday as the Chennai Bulls overpowered Delhi Redz 21-7, while the Hyderabad Heroes crushed Bengaluru Bravehearts 43-7, registering the biggest win margin of Season 1. Both teams showcased outstanding form, with standout performances from international stars and a relentless attacking game.
World Table Tennis Launches WTT India To Power Elite Events And Talent Development Nationwide
In a landmark development for Indian sport, World Table Tennis (WTT) has launched WTT India, a dedicated local entity set to revolutionize the table tennis ecosystem in the country. With a focus on hosting elite global events, nurturing local talent, and deepening fan engagement, WTT India positions the nation as a key player in the sport’s global expansion. Backed by top names like Steve Dainton, Vita Dani, and Sharath Kamal Achanta, the move signals a bold new chapter for table tennis in India.
NODWIN Gaming Joins Hands With Chess.com And ChessBase India To Build The Future Of Chess Esports In India
In a groundbreaking partnership set to reshape the future of chess in India, NODWIN Gaming has joined forces with Chess.com and ChessBase India to build a powerful, unified ecosystem that merges esports, grassroots development, and global chess content. With the game witnessing explosive growth—over 24 million views for the World Championship finals and 9 million+ monthly Indian users—this alliance is set to take Indian chess from heritage to hype, positioning it firmly on the global esports map.
Mohit Khatri Hails Rugby Premier League’s ‘Powerful Impact’ After Bengaluru Braveheart’s First Win
After a draw in their opening match, Bengaluru Bravehearts roared back with a dominant 35-10 win over Kalinga Black Tigers in the inaugural Rugby Premier League. Star player Mohit Khatri reflects on the team’s momentum, playing alongside global talent, facing his brothers on the field, and how the GMR RPL is poised to transform Indian rugby.