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Nov 28, 2024

Gujarat's Urvil Patel Hits Fastest T20 Ton by an Indian

India batter Urvil Patel, playing for his home state of Gujarat in the domestic T20 tournament Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), scored the fastest ton in T20 cricket. Patel took just 28 balls to reach the 100 – second only to Estonia's Sahil Chauhan's 27-ball world record against Cyprus. Patel now also holds the record for the fastest T20 ton by an Indian – taking over Rishabh Pant's 32-ball record from 2018 in SMAT.

India's Divith Reddy Wins World Cadets Chess Championship

Eight-year-old Divith Reddy of Hyderabad, Telangana, won the Under-8 World Cadets Chess Championship in Montesilvano, Italy.
Divith secured 9 out of the possible 11 points in the Under-8 World Cadets Chess Championship and was tied with fellow Indian Sattwik Swain and the Chinese Ziming Guo. However, due to a better tie-break score, Divith Reddy was awarded the gold medal, Sattwik Swain the silver medal, and the Chinese Ziming Guo got the bronze medal.
Divith, with a FIDE rating of 1784, started the Championships brilliantly by winning the first four of his matches. However, he lost his next two matches but bounced back to win his last five matches and the title.

Nov 27, 2024

Satwik-Chirag Withdraw from Syed Modi International

India's star men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty withdrew from the Syed Modi International Super 300 badminton tournament being held at Babu Banarasi Das Indoor Stadium, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh from November 26 to December 1, 2024.
The former world No 1 duo, touted as the favourites to win the men's doubles title here, had been sidelined from competitive action post the Paris Olympics due to Satwik's shoulder injury.
They made their comeback at the China Masters Super 750 tournament when they reached the semi-finals.

Olympic Medalist Emma McKeon Bids Farewell

Emma McKeon, a legendary figure in the world of competitive swimming, announced her retirement, marking the end of an extraordinary career. At 30 years, McKeon leaves an unparalleled legacy as Australia's most decorated Olympian, with 14 medals, including six gold, earned across three Summer Olympics. Her historic seven-medal performance at Tokyo 2020 solidified her status as one of the greatest Olympians of all time.

NADA Suspends Bajrang Punia for Four Years

The National Anti-Doping Agency suspended Bajrang Punia for four years for his refusal to provide his sample for dope test in March 10, 2024 during selection trials for the national team.
The suspension means that Bajrang will not be able to return to competitive wrestling and apply for a coaching job abroad, if he aspires to.

Antonsen Triumphs at China Masters 2024

Anders Antonsen became the first Danish player to win the men's singles title at the China Masters, defeating Indonesia's Jonatan Christie in straight games (21-15, 21-13). The victory marked Antonsen's fourth BWF Tour title of 2024, further solidifying his position atop the Race to Finals rankings.

Nov 26, 2024

13-Year-Old Vaibhav Suryavanshi Makes History as IPL's Youngest Signing

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old cricketer from Bihar, made history by becoming the youngest player ever to be signed at an IPL auction. On Day 2 of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction in Jeddah, the Rajasthan Royals acquired Suryavanshi for a whopping Rs. 1.10 crore, defeating the Delhi Capitals in a heated bidding war. This incredible achievement has placed Suryavanshi firmly in the spotlight as a rising star in Indian cricket.
In January 2023, Vaibhav made his first-class debut for Bihar in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match against Mumbai, held in Patna. At just 12 years and 284 days, he became the youngest Indian to debut in first-class cricket since 1986, and the second-youngest ever to play a Ranji Trophy game for Bihar.

NorthEast United FC Clinches Governor's Gold Cup Victory

NorthEast United FC emerged victorious in the 40th All India Governor's Gold Cup, defeating Gangtok Himalayan SC in a dramatic penalty shootout. The tournament was held in Sikkim. The final ended 1-1 after regular time, leading to a tense shootout, where NorthEast United triumphed 4-3.
Sikkim's Chief Minister, Prem Singh Tamang-Golay, and Governor Om Prakash Mathur attended the final and witnessed the exciting contest.
The tournament featured sixteen teams, including Indian Super League and I-League academies, I-League 2, State leagues and international invitees from Bhutan, Malaysia, Nepal and UAE.

IPL 2025 Most Expensive Players

Rishabh Pant became the most expensive buy in the history of the Indian Premier League 2025 with a Rs. 27 crore winning bid from Lucknow Super Giants.
Shreyas Iyer emerged as second most expensive player as Punjab Kings (PBKS) roped in the former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain for a whopping price of Rs. 26.75 crore.
For the 2025 IPL season, the BCCI raised the lowest base price for players to Rs. 30 lakh, up by Rs. 10 lakh from last year.

Nov 25, 2024

Reetika Hooda Strikes Gold at World Military Championships

In a remarkable feat for Indian wrestling, Reetika Hooda clinched the gold medal in the women's 76kg category at the World Military Championships, becoming the second Indian woman to win gold at the event. This achievement came on the heels of Jyoti Sihag's triumph in the 55kg category, marking a momentous debut for India's women's contingent at the prestigious tournament.

Sony Sports Secures Rights for All ACC Tournaments (2024-2031)

Jay Shah, the ICC president-elect and current chief of the BCCI and ACC, announced a landmark partnership between the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and Sony Sports Networks. The deal, which will span from 2024 to 2031, will see all ACC tournaments broadcast exclusively on Sony Sports, marking a significant boost for cricket's visibility in the region.
The new deal is 70% higher than the previous broadcast cycles, underscoring the growing value and interest in ACC tournaments.
Jay Shah expressed confidence that Sony Sports' expertise will enhance the global reach and success of ACC tournaments.

Nov 24, 2024

BCCI Announces IPL Schedules for 2025, 2026, and 2027 Seasons

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made a bold and significant move in the world of cricket by unveiling the Indian Premier League (IPL) schedules for the next three seasons—2025, 2026, and 2027. This announcement marked a departure from the traditional approach, where the schedule for the IPL is usually revealed closer to the start of the tournament. By announcing the schedules in advance, the BCCI has set a precedent aimed at improving the overall planning and preparation for both franchises and players, and it further solidifies the IPL's status as a global sporting event.
The 2025 IPL season is set to begin on March 14, 2025, with the final match scheduled to take place on May 25, 2025. This fixed schedule will give the teams, players, broadcasters, and fans ample time to prepare for the tournament. With the start date set for mid-March, the IPL will continue to fit into its established window in the global cricket calendar, allowing for the smooth execution of its regular, high-profile matches.
The 2026 IPL is scheduled to run from March 15, 2026, to May 31, 2026.
The 2027 season will take place from March 14, 2027, to May 30, 2027.

PM Modi Honoured With Global Peace Award for Indian-American Minority Welfare

An American non-governmental organisation, launched by members of Indian minority communities, honoured Prime Minister Narendra Modi in absentia with the 'Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Global Peace Award for Minority Upliftment' during an event in the US state of Maryland.
The Association of Indian American Minorities (AIAM), which was inaugurated at the Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church in Maryland, along with Washington Adventist University honoured PM Modi by recognising his contributions to inclusive development and minority welfare.
AIAM aims to promote unity within the Indian American community across the United States.

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