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Padma Desal’s six-goal masterclass helps Sham Eagles win

Padma Desal delivered a stellar performance, scoring six goals to lead Sham Eagles to a commanding 8-3 victory over Chiktan Queens in the women's category of the Ice Hockey League Season 2. The Eagles kicked off their campaign impressively, setting a new season record for the highest-scoring match. In the men's category, Changthan Shans maintained their perfect start, defeating Zangskar Chadar Tamers 7-2 to remain unbeaten after three games. Purig Warriors ended Sham Wolves' unbeaten streak with an impressive 5-2 victory, while the match between Humas Warriors and Shakar Chiktan Royals ended in a dramatic 3-3 draw. The Ice Hockey League Season 2, is being organized in partnership with the UT Administration of Ladakh and the Ice Hockey Association of Ladakh at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, Leh, according to a release from Ice Hockey League.

2025-01-08T09:27:01.056687+00:00 IST

Aravalli Arrows hand Palani Tuskers first defeat

The 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series - Division 1, held at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore, delivered a day of surprises, with the Palani Tuskers suffering their first defeat and the Murthal Magnets finally breaking their winless streak on Tuesday, as per a release from Yuva Kabaddi Series.

2025-01-08T09:10:34.604947+00:00 IST

Malaysian Open: Prannoy makes triumphant return to court

On Wednesday, Prannoy defeated Brian Yang of Canada by 21-12, 17-21, 21-15. His comeback effort lasted one hour and 29 minutes.

2025-01-08T08:39:46.225274+00:00 IST

PM Modi to inaugurate 38th National Games in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 38th edition of the National Games, scheduled to take place from January 28 to February 14.

2025-01-08T07:20:54.964579+00:00 IST

Shekhawat praises Rajasthan govt over National Volleyball C'ship

The National Volleyball Championship finally kicked off in Jaipur, Rajasthan on Tuesday and will go on till January 13.

2025-01-08T04:29:31.817752+00:00 IST

"If that happened again...” Konstas on exchange with Bumrah

India lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-3, succumbing to a six-wicket defeat in the fifth and final Test at Sydney after setting Australia a target of 162 runs. With this loss, India is officially out of contention for the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's in June next year, as Australia and South Africa have sealed their places. The incident of Konstas being involved in the exchange of words with stars Virat Kohli and Bumrah and the consequent show of aggression by the Indian team rattled both Indian and Australian dressing rooms in different ways.

2025-01-08T03:32:59.524625+00:00 IST

Namhail Nangmo records fastest goal in Ice Hockey League history

Namhail Nangmo created history today by scoring the fastest goal ever recorded in the Ice Hockey League, setting a new benchmark in the sport. Day 3 of Ice Hockey League Season 2 saw Maryul Spamo begin their campaign with a dominant 4-0 victory over Shakar Chiktan Queens. In the Men's category, Humas Warriors set the tone earlier in the day, securing a commanding 6-1 win in the opening match. The defending champions, Kang Sings and Changthan Shans, continued their strong performances, triumphing 4-1 and 6-2, respectively.

2025-01-08T02:50:10.422479+00:00 IST

Lakshya Sen crashes out of Malaysia Open 2025

Ace Indian shuttler and Paris Olympics 2024 semi-finalist Lakshya Sen lost his Malaysia Open 2025 badminton tournament clash against Chinese Taipei's Chi Yu-Jen in straight games at the Stadium Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Tuesday.

2025-01-08T00:12:37.831453+00:00 IST

Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu, to shoulder challenge in India Open 2025

Host India will field its biggest-ever contingent in the 3rd edition of the Yonex-Sunrise India Open BWF World Tour Super 750, from January 14-19, 2025. With top stars like Olympic champions Viktor Axelsen, An Se Young, and world No. 1 Shi Yuqi leading the field, this edition promises a thrilling display of skill and precision. It will also be a melting pot of excellence and fandom, as the tournament celebrates its third year, bringing together the best players and passionate fans in a true badminton spectacle.

2025-01-07T23:39:28.510457+00:00 IST

Mighty Pathaans, Swinging Shers steal show

Mighty Pathaans and Swinging Shers soared into the joint lead after round one of the Inaugural Qutab Golf League. The leaders were tied at 310 Stableford Points, opening up a nine point lead over three other teams who were tied for third place at the par-70, Qutab Golf Course, as per a release from Qutab Golf League.

2025-01-07T17:30:23.486138+00:00 IST

GI-PKL fuels excitement among Kabaddi players worldwide

The Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League (GI-PKL) is making waves across the kabaddi world, garnering significant global interest ahead of its much-anticipated player draft and season kick off. With participation from countries like Egypt, Kenya, Argentina, Taiwan, and Poland, the GI-PKL has become quite popular for kabaddi players eyeing to play in this league, according to a release from GI-PKL.

2025-01-07T17:08:46.435232+00:00 IST

Mansukh Mandaviya chairs 152nd MOC meeting for LA Olympics 2028

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya chaired the 152nd Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) meeting here at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium on Tuesday in the presence of eminent sportspersons, administrators and coaches.

2025-01-07T15:36:41.897624+00:00 IST

World No. 2 Fabiano Caruana returns to Norway Chess 2025

Caruana, with a current FIDE rating of 2803, is a four-time United States Chess Champion and a former winner of Norway Chess. His achievements include a peak rating of 2844, the third-highest in chess history, and winning the 2018 Candidates Tournament to become the first American challenger for the World Chess Championship since Bobby Fischer in 1972, as per a press release from Norway Chess.

2025-01-07T14:56:21.729724+00:00 IST

Amandeep, Sneha, Jasmine lead charge in first leg of 2025 WPGT

The new season gets off in Jamshedpur with 28 professionals, who will play for a purse of Rs. 12 lakhs and there are also two amateurs, Anaahat Bindra and Saanvi Somu. Saanvi has in the past come close to winning on the HPWGT and she was runner-up in the ninth leg in 2024

2025-01-07T14:39:22.176819+00:00 IST

Yuva Kabaddi Series: Palani Tuskers extend winning streak

The 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series - Division 1, held at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore, continued with a mix of thrilling and dominant matches. The Palani Tuskers extended their unbeaten run, while the Murthal Magnets and Jaipur Thunders suffered their fourth consecutive losses.

2025-01-07T14:18:37.604556+00:00 IST

Axelsen, Shi, Prannoy among stars announced for India Open

India will field its largest-ever contingent in the 3rd edition of the India Open BWF World Tour Super 750, scheduled to take place from January 14-19, 2025. With top stars such as Olympic champions Viktor Axelsen and An Se Young, along with world number one Shi Yuqi, leading the field, this edition promises a thrilling showcase of skill and precision.

2025-01-07T09:36:56.293089+00:00 IST

Taekwondo player Rupa opens up on condition of sport in India

Bayor, aged 23, moved into the top 10 of the World Poomsae Rankings in October last year. She is also a gold medalist at national team trials for 8th Asian Taekwondo Championships held last year. Rupa also went on to win India's first medal in the competition last year.

2025-01-07T08:59:35.060395+00:00 IST

Bahadur Singh Sagoo elected as new AFI President

Bahadur Singh Sagoo was elected as the new president of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) on Tuesday.

2025-01-07T06:32:34.198150+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets Union Sports Minister Mandaviya

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in New Delhi and shared information about the preparations for organizing the National Games in Uttarakhand.

2025-01-07T06:13:51.493596+00:00 IST

Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy gear up for Malaysia Open 2025

This BWF Super 1000 tournament marks Prannoy's first appearance since his Round of 16 exit at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where he lost to compatriot Lakshya Sen. Ranked 26th in the world, Prannoy will aim to regain his form as the new season begins

2025-01-06T18:09:49.275472+00:00 IST

Olympic champ Erica Wiebe to conduct IIS Excellence Accelerator

Wiebe will share her expertise on technique and impart her invaluable experience to IIS female wrestlers, as well as participants at the IIS UWW International Women's Wrestling Camp, hailing from over eight different countries.

2025-01-06T17:34:22.821955+00:00 IST