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“Preparation nothing short of exceptional”: Coach Dharmendra

"Our preparation in Sheffield has been nothing short of exceptional. This team is a powerful mix of seasoned campaigners who have stood on the podium before, and a new wave of incredibly talented young boxers who are ready to make their mark. The belief we have in this group is absolute, and we are fully prepared for every challenge the World Championships will throw at us," Dharmendra Singh Yadav said, coach of the men's team, as quoted from a release by BFI.

2025-09-03T13:19:46.751200+00:00 IST

Inside PKL's most comprehensive referee training program

With the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 well underway, a dedicated group of officials from 'Kashmir to Kanyakumari' completed an intensive 12-day training camp that signals a significant transformation in kabaddi officiating, as per a release from PKL.

2025-09-03T11:41:48.373076+00:00 IST

IOA welcomes resumption of partnership with IOC

With the reinstatement of Olympic Solidarity programmes, India's athletes stand to be the greatest beneficiaries. The renewed support will provide direct funding and development opportunities to assist in training, preparation, and participation in the Olympic Games and other major international competitions.

2025-09-03T10:50:34.395233+00:00 IST

India's para shuttler Sukant Kadam rises to World No. 1 Ranking

Indian para badminton star Sukant Kadam has soared to the prestigious World No. 1 ranking in the SL4 category, a magnificent milestone marking the first time he has reached the summit of the global rankings. This achievement reflects his relentless dedication and consistent top-tier performances in international competitions over recent years.

2025-09-03T09:25:31.101902+00:00 IST

Sangram Singh ready for second MMA competition in Poland

Fit India Icon and Commonwealth Heavyweight Champion Sangram Singh has announced his highly anticipated return to Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), confirming his participation in the upcoming international tournament in Poland in the 83-90 kg category.

2025-09-03T09:15:37.838260+00:00 IST

PKL: Dabang Delhi KC secure 41-34 win over Bengaluru Bulls

A late fightback from the Bulls was not enough, as Ashu Malik's 15 points, Neeraj Narwal's 7, and strong defensive efforts from Surjeet Singh, Fazel Atrachali and Saurabh Nandal sealed the win for Delhi. Alireza Mirzaian's Super 10 was the only highlight for the Bulls

2025-09-02T18:17:06.024904+00:00 IST

Jaipur Pink Panthers win over Patna Pirates

In a hard-fought encounter at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Vizag, Jaipur Pink Panthers secured a narrow 39-36 win against the three-time champions, Patna Pirates, on Tuesday.

2025-09-02T18:16:08.826359+00:00 IST

"Left engineering to...": UP Yoddhas raider Bhavani Rajput

Against the Patna Pirates on September 1, the raider came out all guns blazing to secure five instrumental points that propelled his side to an integral win

2025-09-02T18:08:27.731973+00:00 IST

Fisherman’s son Chekka Nagababu shines as Best Raider

Chekka Nagababu lit up the Yuva Andhra Championship 2025 with a record-breaking performance. Representing Vizianagaram Ninjas, the 29-year-old finished as the Best Raider of the tournament, scoring 226 raid points at a strike rate of 71%, as per a release from Yuva Andhra Championship.

2025-09-02T17:54:53.150933+00:00 IST

Lovlina Borgohain, Nikhat Zareen to lead India’s 20 member squad

Tokyo 2020 Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain and Nikhat Zareen will headline India's 20-member contingent for the World Boxing Championships 2025, scheduled to begin in Liverpool from Thursday, as per Olympics.com.

2025-09-02T16:16:04.923758+00:00 IST

Bhaker expresses excitement for SLI, chooses her partners

Manu was speaking in a video posted on the official YouTube handle of SLI. It is the first franchise-based professional shooting competition in India, was sanctioned by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) earlier this year and has already received support from the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). The first edition of the Shooting League of India has been allocated a window by ISSF between November 20, 2025 and December 2, 2025. The tournament will take place at Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi.

2025-09-02T14:14:04.523814+00:00 IST

Coach Naveen Kumar confident about young Bengal Warriorz squad

Fresh off a commanding win over defending champions Haryana Steelers, the Bengal Warriorz are all set to face a challenging test against Puneri Paltan in their upcoming Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 fixture on Wednesday, as per a release from PKL.

2025-09-02T10:42:35.688090+00:00 IST

Prime Volleyball League unveils Season 4 schedule

With exactly one month to go, the Prime Volleyball League released the fixtures for Season 4 on Tuesday, which will run from October 2 to October 26.

2025-09-02T09:08:29.944834+00:00 IST

Satwik-Chirag call BWF World Championships bronze ‘special’

Indian men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have described their victories over higher-ranked Malaysian and Chinese opponents at the recently concluded BWF World Championships 2025 in Paris as "special," after going on to clinch the bronze medal.

2025-09-02T00:44:02.929962+00:00 IST

Defenders Sumit, Ashu shine as UP Yoddhas claw their way back

A hard-fought comeback from the UP Yoddhas saw them beat the Patna Pirates 34-31 in what was a closely-fought contest to the very end at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Vizag on Monday. Sumit and Ashu Singh got much-deserved High Fives, while Gagan Gowda scored seven points as the Yoddhas secured an impressive victory, as per a release from Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).

2025-09-01T18:17:46.178753+00:00 IST

Commanding all-round performance guides Puneri Paltan to big win

Puneri Paltan delivered a defensive masterclass to record a massive 22-point win against Gujarat Giants on Monday night's second game. The Season 10 champions were dominant on both ends of the mat as they registered a 41-19 victory at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Vizag, as per a release from Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).

2025-09-01T17:29:15.196367+00:00 IST

Shah wins Round 3 of FMSCI National Karting Championship

Racing for Team Rayo Racing, Kiaan's domination over the entire weekend, held at the Madras International Karting Arena (MIKA), helped secure a win in the finals of the Junior Rotax category.

2025-09-01T15:31:29.721573+00:00 IST

New Delhi to host BWF World Championships in August 2026

India's selection reflects its transformation into one of badminton's most consistent medal-winning nations at the BWF World Championships, with 15 podium finishes since 1983.

2025-09-01T15:31:19.553898+00:00 IST

LSC marks National Sports Day with 3-day shooting extravaganza

Olympian and Coach Suma Shirur's Lakshya Shooting Club (LSC) celebrated National Sports Day 2025 with a spirited three-day shooting event held from August 29 to 31 at the LSC's ranges in Panvel and Vashi.

2025-09-01T14:01:28.871858+00:00 IST

ISRL season 2 auction attracts global stars, sets new benchmarks

The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL), the world's only franchise-based supercross platform, delivered a spectacle off the track with its season 2 athlete auction. From intense bidding wars to fresh faces entering the big league, the auction proved that Supercross in India is no longer just a sport, but a marketplace of speed and star power.

2025-09-01T10:42:17.682239+00:00 IST

Dabang Delhi gears up for PKL 12 opener against Bengaluru Bulls

Dabang Delhi K.C. is set to ignite the mat as they are ready to kick start their Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 campaign against the Bengaluru Bulls on September 2.

2025-09-01T10:32:12.702115+00:00 IST