On World Boxing Cup Finals, two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen said, "It's a proud moment for us that India is hosting the World Cup finals. I will be playing in front of the home crowd after 2023. I will give my best. I hope I come out as the winner and go back as a champion..."
Both Arshdeep and Chahal played a crucial part in Punjab's IPL 2025 campaign that saw them reach the finals, where they went down to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. While Arshdeep claimed 21 wickets, Chahal took 16 for the Shreyas Iyer-led side.
The Canadian outdid Zverev 6-4, 7-6(4) in a straight shootout, finishing second behind Italian star Jannik Sinner in the Bjorn Borg Group. Sinner had earlier defeated Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6(3) to top the group.
India's 20-member boxing squad, led by reigning world champions Jaismine Lamboria and Minakshi Hooda, along with Olympians Nikhat Zareen and Pooja Rani, is set to shine at the World Boxing Finals 2025 in Greater Noida from November 16 to 20.
Day 1 of the Indian Pickleball Nationals 2025 delivered electrifying action across age groups, setting a dynamic tone for the championship. Karnataka opened strongly on home turf, securing commanding wins in both the 30+ Men's and 30+ Women's Team Finals.
Olympian Esha shot 294-11x (98, 97, 99) while double Olympic medalist Manu shot 292-11x (98, 96, 98) to keep herself within striking distance of the leaders. The third Indian in the fray, Rahi Sarnobat, is currently placed 56th with 284-7x (95, 96, 93)
Australia's Alex de Minaur kept his Nitto ATP Finals semi-final hopes alive with a determined 7-6(3), 6-3 win over America's Taylor Fritz in the Jimmy Connors group on Thursday in Turin. The result also ended Fritz's campaign at this year's season-ending championship.
Team India captain Shubman Gill highlighted the importance of the upcoming two-Test series against South Africa, for their WTC final ambitions. He acknowledged South Africa as strong opponent but expressed confidence in India's ability to handle challenging moments.
Felix Auger-Aliassime showcased his trademark composure and indoor mastery on Wednesday, pulling off a thrilling comeback win over Ben Shelton to keep his semi-final hopes alive at the Nitto ATP Finals
Ashi Chouksey and Anjum Moudgil missed out on a place in the finals of the women's 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) after finishing 15th and 17th in qualification at the ongoing ISSF World Championships in Cairo, Egypt.