Ravichandran Ashwin was named Player of the Match as India triumphed over Bangladesh by 280 runs in Chennai. As Ashwin continues to solidify his legacy in Indian cricket, veteran Bangladeshi cricketer Tamim Iqbal has weighed in on his importance, drawing parallels between Ashwin and celebrated batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. In his role as a commentator during Bangladesh's tour of India, Tamim emphasized Ashwin's contributions, stating, "Ravichandran Ashwin is equ

India made history on Sunday as both its men's and women's chess teams secured their maiden gold medals at the 45th Chess Olympiad. In a stunning display of skill and strategy, the men's team triumphed over Slovenia, while the women's team dominated Azerbaijan, marking a monumental achievement in Indian chess. In the final round, the men's team showcased their prowess as D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanadhaa all claimed victories. Gukesh, facing Vladimir

In the thrilling first Test between India and Bangladesh, Jasprit Bumrah has continued to showcase his exceptional bowling skills, leaving Bangladesh reeling at 112/8. Following a brief but decent partnership, wicket-keeper batter Litton Das and veteran Shakib Al Hasan succumbed to the pressure, both falling to Ravindra Jadeja, who is proving to be a key player in this match. Earlier in the innings, India had a strong showing with Ravichandran Ashwin scoring a remarkable 113 runs an

In the ongoing 1st Test between India and Bangladesh, Hasan Mahmud has put on an impressive display, claiming his fourth wicket by dismissing Rishabh Pant for 39 runs. His fiery bowling has created significant trouble for the Indian batting lineup. Following Pant's exit, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has joined Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease, who is currently standing strong and has reached his half-century. With India at four wickets down, both Rahul and Jaiswal are focused on b

In a surprising move, Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has been appointed as the head coach of Punjab Kings, taking over from Trevor Bayliss, who oversaw the team for the past two seasons. Ponting, who previously spent seven years with Delhi Capitals, signed a four-year contract with Punjab, highlighting the franchise’s long-term vision to rebuild its squad. Under Ponting's leadership, Delhi Capitals became a formidable team in the IPL, reaching the final in 2020 bu

Title and Overview: Defending champions India achieved a hard-fought 1-0 victory over hosts China to clinch their fifth Asian Champions Trophy title. The final, held amidst intense competition, saw India’s perseverance and strategic play ultimately lead them to triumph. Match Highlights: Despite a challenging match where India struggled to penetrate the Chinese defense in the first three quarters, the breakthrough c

Gavaskar’s Caution Ahead of Bangladesh Series: Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has issued a word of caution to Rohit Sharma’s squad regarding the upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh. Gavaskar highlighted that Bangladesh, fresh from a historic 2-0 series victory in Pakistan, is a formidable opponent. The series will start with the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai from September 19-23, followed by the second Test at

Neeraj Chopra’s 2024 Season Wrap-Up: Neeraj Chopra concluded his 2024 season with a second-place finish at the Brussels Diamond League final, narrowly missing the top spot by just 1 centimeter. The close result encapsulated the challenges and highlights of his year, marking an end to a campaign that was both difficult and insightful. Injury and Performance: Chopra shared on social media that he competed in the Bruss

Gautam Gambhir, a celebrated figure in Indian cricket, has worn many hats throughout his career—as a key player in World Cup victories, a successful IPL captain, and now, as the coach of the Indian cricket team. His straightforward and impactful approach is well-regarded, and a recent anecdote from domestic cricketer Manan Vohra highlights how Gambhir’s philosophy has influenced players. In a candid conversation shared on Taruwar Kohli’s YouTube channel, Vohra reco

Historic Meeting with Paralympians: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a special meeting with India’s exceptional Paralympians to commend their historic achievement at the Paris Paralympics 2024. During the gathering at his residence, Modi congratulated the athletes for their unprecedented haul of 29 medals. The interaction, captured in a 43-second video shared by the sports ministry, featured a heartfelt exchange with the medal winners, including prominent

As the Indian cricket team prepares for their Test series against Bangladesh starting September 19, all eyes will be on Virat Kohli, who is on the verge of a remarkable achievement. With his retirement from T20Is, Kohli will be seen exclusively in Tests and ODIs, and his performance in the upcoming series could secure him a significant milestone. Kohli, who has already amassed 80 international centuries, is now just 58 runs away from becoming the first cricketer in the 147-year history of int

In a significant setback for India C, captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was forced to retire hurt after facing just two balls during their Duleep Trophy 2024 match against India B at the Rural Development Trust Stadium in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. Gaikwad, who struck a boundary off the first ball he faced, twisted his ankle on the next delivery from pacer Mukesh Kumar and had to leave the field. Despite this early blow, India C showed resilience with a valuable partnership between Sai Sudhar

In a spectacular display of hockey, India overwhelmed Malaysia with an 8-1 victory in their Asian Champions Trophy 2024 match. The game was highlighted by Rajkumar Pal’s exceptional hat-trick performance, with his goals coming in each of the first three quarters. Alongside him, Araijeet Singh Hundal contributed significantly, scoring two goals—one in the first quarter and another in the third. Their combined efforts showcased India's attacking prowess and tactical superiority.

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has voiced strong opinions about Rishabh Pant’s cricket career and the state of international cricket. Ganguly lauded Pant’s return to the Test side following a serious car accident in December 2022. Pant is expected to make a significant impact in the upcoming Test against Bangladesh starting on September 19. Ganguly considers Pant one of India's finest Test batsmen and believes he could become an all-time great if he continues his impressi

The No. 7 jersey in football stands as one of the most revered symbols in the sport, worn by legends like Cristiano Ronaldo, David Beckham, and George Best. Originally associated with specific playing positions, numbered shirts have transcended their utilitarian roots to become iconic symbols of success and style. Among these, the No. 7 has achieved a special place, particularly in the careers of attacking players who have left an indelible mark on the game. Cristiano Ronaldo’

The second day of the one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand was unfortunately called off due to persistent issues with a wet outfield at the Greater Noida Sports Complex Ground. Despite multiple inspections throughout the day, conditions did not improve, and the decision to cancel play was made around 3:04 pm. The unplayable conditions have left cricket fans and players waiting for updates on the rescheduled fixtures. Groundstaff made several attempts to address the

In a pivotal Intercontinental Cup 2024 clash held in Hyderabad, India trails 0-1 against Syria, with Mahmoud Al Aswad scoring the lone goal in the seventh minute. This match is crucial for India, who are aiming for their second consecutive title and third overall in the tournament. New coach Manolo Marquez, who is managing his second game for the team, faces a significant challenge against the 93rd-ranked Syria. India's performance in the tournament has been underwhelming so far

Former Pakistan cricketer Saeed Ajmal recently expressed his deep admiration for Sachin Tendulkar, describing him as the most "honest and kind" cricketer he has ever met. Speaking at the GloFans High School Cricket Cup launch in Sharjah and Ajman, Ajmal recounted the joy of dismissing the legendary Indian batter, highlighting the honor and respect he holds for Tendulkar. Despite the competitive nature of cricket, Ajmal emphasized the mutual respect and kindness that characterized th

Sports For All (SFA) has announced the launch of the SFA Championships 2024-25, marking an exciting expansion across 10 cities in India. With over 150,000 participants from more than 7000 top sporting schools, the championships will showcase students competing in 31 different sports. For the first time in its nine-year history, the event will include Dimapur, Nagaland, highlighting SFA’s commitment to broadening its reach and impact. The championships will kick off on October

On Day 5 of the Paris Paralympics 2024, Indian athletes continued to shine on the global stage. Nitesh Kumar delivered an outstanding performance in the Men's Singles SL3 para badminton final, earning India’s second gold medal of the Games. Earlier in the day, Yogesh Kathuniya secured India’s first medal of the day, clinching a silver in the men's discus throw F56 Final. As the day progresses, badminton stars Suhas Yathiraj and Thulasimathi Murugesan are set to c