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Suchika Tariyal Wins India’s First Asian Games MMA Medal — Then a 700-Gram Tiebreak Ends Her Final Dream
The 36-year-old secured a historic bronze, but the route out of the semifinal was extraordinary: after a draw, the lighter athlete advanced under the competition’s tiebreak rule. Suchika Tariyal has delivered a first for Indian sport by winning the country’s maiden mixed...

Rachin Ravindra Dislocates Shoulder During Ad Shoot — India Series Now Has a Major Question Mark
New Zealand star Rachin Ravindra is facing an unexpected race against time after dislocating his right shoulder during a promotional shoot in Auckland, putting his availability for the upcoming multi-format series against India in doubt.

Bangladesh vs China: Can China Pull Off an Upset? Match Preview, Key Players and Streaming Guide
Bangladesh vs China is generating curiosity as fans weigh experience against unpredictability and look for key players and match context.

Barcelona vs Racing: Another Dominant Win? Key Players, Predicted Lineups, Match Insights and Streaming
Barcelona vs Racing is drawing big interest as fans look for the likely lineups, key battles and whether another dominant result is on the cards.

Why Is World Champion Gukesh Playing on Board 4 for India?
India has placed world champion D. Gukesh on board four for the Chess Olympiad, a bold team-order decision designed to spread strength across the lineup.

India Seal the T20I Series Against Afghanistan — But the Win Was About More Than the Score
India wrapped up the T20I series against Afghanistan with a seven-wicket win, and the result underlined both their depth and their growing control in the format.

The Man India’s Top Athletes Call First When Their Bodies Start Sending Warning Signs
Wayne Lombard has become a trusted support figure for Indian athletes including PV Sindhu, Vinesh Phogat and Neeraj Chopra, combining sports science with calm decision-making under pressure.

Varun Chakaravarthy Ruled Out — Is His Asian Games Spot Now in Real Danger?
A side strain has ruled Varun Chakaravarthy out of the remaining Afghanistan T20Is and put his Asian Games participation in doubt.

22-Ball Fifty, 82 Off 32: How Abhishek Sharma Blew Afghanistan Away
Abhishek Sharma smashed 82 off 32 balls as India chased 157 in just 13.4 overs to beat Afghanistan by seven wickets.

91.09m! Is Rumesh Pathirage Now the Man to Beat in World Javelin?
Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage produced another 90m-plus throw to win the World Athletics Ultimate Championships, extending a remarkable season of dominance.

She’s 15 and Already an Asian Champion — How Far Can Tanvi Patri Go?
Bengaluru teenager Tanvi Patri has followed her U15 Asian title with the U17 crown while still only 15, strengthening India’s next-generation badminton pipeline.

From Barefoot Hockey to an Asian Games Gold Dream: Lalremsiami’s Remarkable Rise
Lalremsiami went from playing barefoot on dirt pitches in Mizoram to becoming an Olympian and one of India’s key hopes for Asian Games hockey gold.

Mirabai Chanu Has Won Almost Everything — So Why Is an Asian Games Medal Still Missing?
Mirabai Chanu enters her fourth Asian Games still chasing the one major medal missing from an extraordinary weightlifting career.

India Won the Women’s Asia Cup — So Why Did the Trophy Ceremony Turn Controversial?
India sealed another Women’s Asia Cup title, but the conversation quickly shifted from celebration to questions around the post-match ceremony.

Dropped After Scoring 81? Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Omission Has Sparked Questions
A strong score usually strengthens a selection case, which is exactly why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s omission has triggered debate.

Can Headphones Really Make Chess More Mainstream?
A more immersive event setup could help chess feel less distant to casual fans — and Bengaluru’s experiment is betting on exactly that.

Why Is India vs Japan Sold Out Already?
The first T20I between India and Japan has generated a surprising wave of buzz, turning the fixture into a talking point well before the first ball.

Vinicius Jr in Kolkata? Can India Stop Brazil?
The prospect of Vinicius Jr appearing in Kolkata has turned a football event into a city-wide talking point, with Indian fans already imagining a blockbuster atmosphere.

68.35m! Who Is India’s New Hammer Star?
Tanya Chaudhary’s 68.35m effort has put the spotlight on one of Indian athletics’ most exciting emerging names.

Will Yuki Bhambri Miss India’s Davis Cup Tie Against Korea?
A leg strain has made Yuki Bhambri a doubtful starter for India’s Davis Cup tie against Korea in Seoul.

Gavaskar vs BCCI: Why the Ranji Trophy Split Has Sparked Fresh Fury
Sunil Gavaskar has slammed the BCCI over splitting the Ranji Trophy schedule around white-ball cricket and the IPL auction.

Why Magnus Carlsen Says He Loves Watching Praggnanandhaa
Magnus Carlsen says he is a fan of Praggnanandhaa, underlining how the Indian star keeps winning admiration at the top level.

Deepti Sharma Dismisses India’s Fielding Worry Before Asia Cup Final
Deepti Sharma has played down concerns over India’s fielding ahead of the Women’s Asia Cup final.

Coco Gauff Knocked Out: Rybakina Sets Up US Open Final Against Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina has beaten Coco Gauff to set up a US Open final showdown with Aryna Sabalenka.

Zaheer Khan’s Surprise New Move: He Joins Vancouver Anchors as Co-Owner
Zaheer Khan has joined the ownership group of Vancouver Anchors in the Canada Super 60 league.

Vinicius Jr Is Coming to Kolkata: Why Brazil vs India Could Become One of Indian Football’s Biggest Nights
Brazil have named a star-packed squad including Vinicius Jr and Raphinha for their historic international friendly against India in Kolkata.

India Hammer Pakistan 19–0 in Women’s Junior Asia Cup — 13 Players Score as Semi-Final Place Is Sealed
India’s women’s junior hockey team defeated Pakistan 19–0 in the Asia Cup quarter-final, with 13 different players scoring and Pooja Malik completing a hat-trick.

IOA Forms Independent Panel to Probe Asunta Lakra’s Harassment Allegations — What Is Known
The Indian Olympic Association has formed a four-member independent committee to examine sexual-harassment allegations raised by former India hockey captain Asunta Lakra against a senior Hockey India official.