Sports

Rhythm Sangwan Clinches 16th Olympic Quota For 2024 Paris Games

  In a remarkable feat at the Asian Shooting Championships 2024 in Jakarta, Indonesia, Rhythm Sangwan secured a bronze medal in the women’s 25m pistol event, obtaining a Paris 2024 Olympic quota for India. This accomplishment marked India's 16th shooting...

Divyakriti Singh Becomes 1st Indian Woman Arjuna Awardee for Equestrian Sports

In a historic moment for Indian sports, the accomplished equestrian athlete, Divyakriti Singh, has been conferred with the prestigious Arjuna Award, making her the first woman from Rajasthan to achieve this honour. The award was presented in a grand ceremony...

Alexander Zverev-Led Germany Defeats Swiatek’s Poland In United Cup

  Germany beat top seeds Poland to clinch the United Cup on Sunday after Alexander Zverev and Laura Siegemund won the deciding mixed doubles tie over Hubert Hurkacz and Iga Swiatek. The United Cup final delivered a spectacle of tennis...

FIH and Viacom18 Ink Four-Year Media Rights Deal

In a groundbreaking move, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) has sealed a significant media rights partnership with Viacom18, spanning the four-year period from 2023 to 2027. This exclusive agreement encompasses all FIH events, with the exception of the FIH Nations...

ICC Rule Changes in Cricket: Stumping Replays Limited; Concussion Substitute and BCCI’s Decision

In a significant alteration to cricket playing conditions, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has restricted the Decision Review System (DRS) for stumping incidents. Effective from December 12, 2023, teams can now only challenge caught-behind decisions with a separate DRS option,...

Beatrice Chebet Breaks 5 km World Record in Barcelona Event

In a spectacular display of athletic prowess, Kenya's Beatrice Chebet concluded her remarkable year by smashing the world record for the women's 5 km marathon at the Cursa dels Nassos in Barcelona. Clocking an astounding 14:13, Chebet outpaced her competitors...

Recap 2023- Important Sports Events

Ranji Trophy 2022-23 Saurashtra won the Elite Group title, defeating Bengal by nine wickets in the final at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This was Saurashtra's second Ranji Trophy championship title. Arpit Vasavada was declared the Player of the Tournament,...

Indian Teenager Anahat Singh Bags Girls’ U-19 2023 Scottish Junior Open Title at Edinburgh

In a dazzling display of skill and determination, Anahat Singh, a rising star in Indian squash, secured victory in the girls' under-19 category at the 2023 Scottish Junior Open squash held in Edinburgh. Her remarkable triumph added another feather to...

World Rapid Chess C’ship: Koneru Humpy Wins Silver in Women’s Event

India's Koneru Humpy showcased her prowess in chess by clinching the women's individual silver medal at the 2023 World Rapid Chess Championships held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Despite a valiant effort, the 36-year-old Grandmaster succumbed to Russian player Anastasia Bodnaruk in...

David Warner Retires From One-Day Cricket Ahead of Test Farewell

Warner's Retirement Announcement On New Year's Day, Australian cricket stalwart David Warner officially announced his retirement from ODI cricket. This announcement came just before his final Test match against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Warner, a two-time Cricket World...