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PKL: Haryana Steelers to face Patna Pirates in final

The biggest and most important clash of PKL Season 11 is upon us, as the Haryana Steelers and the Patna Pirates square off in the final on Sunday, at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, Pune

2024-12-28T14:08:09.903069+00:00 IST

After Asian success weightlifters eye CWG 2026 qualification

The next target for the lifters is Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 qualification and national weightlifting coach and Olympian Mirabai Chanu's mentor Vijay Sharma says the Doha performance was promising and signals "a bright future for India."

2024-12-28T08:38:31.531858+00:00 IST

YKS: Chandigarh Chargers go on top; UP Falcons remain unbeaten

The day began with Chandigarh Chargers overpowering Panchala Pride 47-27. In the second match, UP Falcons kept their winning streak alive with a narrow 30-26 victory over Hampi Heroes

2024-12-28T08:14:46.244568+00:00 IST

Joaquin Niemann confirms participation in Int'l Series India

Joaquin Niemann, The International Series Rankings champion for the 2024 season, is the latest big name to be confirmed for International Series India, the USD 2 million tournament taking place at DLF Golf and Country Club next month

2024-12-28T08:04:35.070865+00:00 IST

Magnus Carlsen disqualified from chess championship, fined USD200

Carlsen was also disqualified from taking part in the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships after the Norwegian chess grandmaster refused to comply with FIDE's dress code.

2024-12-28T05:56:11.869515+00:00 IST

Kabaddi legend Anup Kumar shares his view on PKL Melbourne Raid

Former Indian Kabaddi skipper Anup Kumar shared his insights on how the PKL Melbourne Raid will boost Kabaddi's popularity globally and said that the sport will feature in the Olympics in the coming time.

2024-12-28T00:44:40.650164+00:00 IST

Soorma Hockey Club coach Jeroen recalls bond with Harmanpreet

Baart spoke to ANI about the return of the HIL, with the men's competition starting from December 28 onwards. Soorma Hockey Club will be starting off against Tamil Nadu Dragons on December 29 in Rourkela. Harmanpreet is the most expensive player in the tournament, bought by the franchise for Rs 78 lakhs during the auction owing to his exceptional drag-flicking and goal-scoring abilities.

2024-12-27T19:23:45.262636+00:00 IST

Chopra shines in Olympics and World Championship

The 'Golden Boy' Neeraj Chopra arguably became one of the biggest athletes that India ever witnessed after sending his javelin to a record-shattering distance in the Paris 2024 Olympics.

2024-12-27T19:12:08.770039+00:00 IST

PKL: Patna Pirates storm into final with narrow win over DD

The Patna Pirates advanced to the PKL Season 11 Final after clinching a thrilling victory against Dabang Delhi KC in Semi-Final 2, at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi in Pune.

2024-12-27T19:11:38.497658+00:00 IST

Lakshya moves into semi-finals with maiden victory over Ka Long

India's top-ranked men's shuttler Lakshya Sen stormed into the semi-finals of the King Cup International Badminton Open 2024 after clinching his maiden victory over Hong Kong's Angus Ng Ka Long on Friday.

2024-12-27T17:38:20.985716+00:00 IST

PKL: Haryana Steelers seal final berth after close 28-25 win

The Haryana Steelers showed nerves of steel and secured their berth in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 Final, and sent the UP Yoddhas packing in Semi-Final 1, at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi in Pune.

2024-12-27T16:45:48.028080+00:00 IST

PKL: Haryana face UP, Patna Pirates take on Delhi in clash in SF

The two semi-finals will see Haryana Steelers take on UP Yoddhas in the first game, while three-time champions Patna Pirates play the Dabang Delhi KC in the second match on Friday

2024-12-27T11:22:13.551374+00:00 IST

Tendulkar paises former PM Manmohan Singh

Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday night at the age of 92 due to age-related medical conditions, AIIMS informed. He had a sudden loss of consciousness at home after which he was rushed to the AIIMS Delhi.

2024-12-27T10:50:14.227542+00:00 IST

World Boxing forms new Asian body; Ajay Singh named Board Member

Indian officials will have representation across all key commissions, ensuring a decisive voice in policy-making and strategic direction. This includes BFI Secretary General, Hemanta Kumar Kalita, who will have a key voice as part of the Olympic Commission and BFI Treasurer, Digvijay Singh, who will officiate as part of the Finance and Audit Committee

2024-12-27T09:42:46.645374+00:00 IST

Junior players will benefit most from PKL Melbourne Raid: Pardeep

Speaking candidly about his early days, Narwal shared that when he first started playing kabaddi, his modest dream was simply to secure a job in the armed forces through sports quota; little did he imagine representing the sport in a country like Australia

2024-12-27T09:10:42.327707+00:00 IST

YKS: UP Falcons continue to dominate in division 2

The day concluded with the UP Falcons cementing their top position with a 36-21 win over the Chola Veerans. Ashish Bhati and Rachit Yadav led the charge for the Falcons, scoring nine raid points each, while Navneet Nagar shone in defence with a High 5. For the Veerans, Arun Kumar's seven raid points weren't enough to mount a serious challenge, as the team faltered in key moments

2024-12-27T08:55:45.102783+00:00 IST

National Equestrian C'ship: ARC Riders win gold in Team Events

Inaara Mehta Luthria, Freya Thakkar and Hayden Hussain from ARC clinched the gold at the National Equestrian Championships (NEC), in various team event categories held in Delhi

2024-12-27T08:31:23.014444+00:00 IST

Vijayveer wins battle of Olympians to clinch first national title

Vijayveer Sidhu won what turned out to be a battle of Olympians in the end, to clinch a first national title in the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol (RFP) Olympic event. Aiming the Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range (DKSSR) Finals Hall, the Paris Olympian Vijayveer got the better of Rio Olympian Gurpreet Singh (Army Marksmanship Unit) 28-25 in the title round of the men's RFP at the ongoing 67th National Shooting Championship Competitions (NSCC) for Pistol events

2024-12-27T07:29:22.685412+00:00 IST

PV Sindhu offers prays in Tirumala with husband Venkata

Sindhu tied the knot with Venkata at a luxurious resort in Udaipur on Sunday.

2024-12-27T06:13:14.605809+00:00 IST

PKL: Patna Pirates storm into semi-finals with commanding win

In the decisive eliminator 2 clash at the Pro Kabaddi League Season 11, Patna Pirates demonstrated their championship pedigree with a convincing 31-23 win over U Mumba at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex on Thursday.

2024-12-26T17:10:18.853446+00:00 IST