Pankaj Advani, India's most decorated cueist, clinched his 36th national title and 10th men's snooker championship at the Yeshwant Club in Indoor. In a dominant display of skill and determination, he defeated Brijesh Damani in the final.
The tournament serves as the only selection event for the Asian and World Championships.
India Dominates 2025 Para Archery Asia Cup, Tops Medal Table with 6 Gold Medals
India ended its participation in the 2025 Para Archery Asia Cup in Thailand with six gold medals, finishing at the top of the medal table. On the final day of the competition, India won six medals, including two gold medals. Sarita won the gold in the women's compound open, beating Singapore's Nur Syahidah Alim 143-142 in the final. Shyam Sundar Swami also won gold in the men's compound open, defeating Indonesia's Ken Swagumilang 143-141.
India pocketed a total of 12 medals in the competition, including six gold, three silver, and three bronze.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Shikhar Dhawan Named as Event Ambassador
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan was named one of the four event ambassadors for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Joining him in this prestigious role are Pakistan's 2017 title-winning captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson, and New Zealand's legendary fast bowler Tim Southee. With their extensive Champions Trophy experience, the quartet will share exclusive insights into the tournament through guest columns in the coming weeks.
Mumbai Bags West Zone Under-14 League Champions
Mumbai bagged the West Zone Under-14 League title by finishing top in the zonal tournament. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) president Ajinkya Naik informed that MCA will be grant Rs. 25 lakh as prize money to the winners.
The tournament serves as a crucial platform for nurturing young talent and providing players with opportunities to develop their skills on a competitive stage. Five teams participate in this tournament every year— Mumbai, Saurashtra, Baroda, Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Feb 12, 2025
Mitchell Starc Withdraws from Champions Trophy
Mitchell Starc withdrew from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 citing personal reasons, as Australia reshuffled their 15-player squad under the leadership of Steven Smith.
Australia was already dealing with significant setbacks following the injuries to Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Marsh. Starc's withdrawal further depletes their frontline pace attack for the tournament.
Kyrian Jacquet Clinches 2025 Chennai Open Title
French tennis player Kyrian Jacquet won his first ATP title by clinching the 2025 Chennai Open men's singles title. He defeated Elias Ymer of Sweden in the final at the SDAT Tennis Stadium, Nungambakkam, Tamil Nadu. The Chennai Open was an ATP 100 Challenger event held from 3-9 February 2025.
Feb 11, 2025
National Games: Dev Meena Rewrites National Record
Dev Meena one of India's most promising young athletes added to his burgeoning reputation by breaking the three-year-old national record, crossing 5.32 m at the National Games at Maharana Pratap Sports College.
Meena broke the previous national record of Siva Subramani, which stood at 5.31 m and was set at the 2022 National Games Gujarat. With his feat, Meena, who hails from Madhya Pradesh became the best pole vaulter in the country, holding both U20 and senior national records.
Mumbai Open: Jil Teichmann Bags Singles, Pridankina and Anshba Win Doubles Title
Switzerland's Jil Teichmann beat Thailand's Mananchaya Sawangkaew in the final and won the singles title at the Mumbai Open 2025 tennis tournament.
Meanwhile, in the doubles final, India's Prarthana Thombare and her Dutch partner Arianne Hartono lost 6(4)-7(7), 6-2, 10-7 to second seeds Elena Pridankina and Amina Anshba after a hard-fought contest.
Feb 10, 2025
Deepti Sharma Named UP Warriorz Captain
Deepti Sharma was confirmed as the captain of Women's Premier League side UP Warriorz for the 2025 season. With Australian superstar Alyssa Healy ruled out of the third season of WPL, the Indian all-rounder, who hails from Agra in UP, will get the chance to lead out the WPL side at their home venue in Lucknow. Deepti's promotion means three out of the five WPL franchises have Indian skippers, as she joins Harmanpreet Kaur (MI) and Smriti Mandhana (RCB).
Lovlina Borgohain Bags Gold at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand
Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain clinched a gold medal in the women's 75 kg category whereas Shiva Thapa bagged silver in the men's 63.5 kg category at the 38th National Games.
Assam's Lovlina, who boxed for the first time since the Paris 2024 Olympics, beat Chandigarh's Pranshu Rathore 5-0 by unanimous decision to mark a triumphant return to the ring.
In the men's 63.5 kg category final, Shiva Thapa, who represented India at the London 2012 Olympics, had to settle for silver after suffering a narrow 4-3 defeat against Vanshaj of Services Sports Central Board.
ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 Official Song 'Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke'
The International Cricket Council (ICC) officially launched the theme song for the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025, titled 'Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke', sung by the renowned Pakistani singer Atif Aslam.
The music video for the song is a visual tribute to Pakistan's rich cultural heritage, featuring street markets, stadiums, and the everyday love for cricket across the country.
Feb 09, 2025
Marcus Stoinis Announces Shock Retirement from ODIs
Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis, who was named in the country's Champions Trophy squad, announced a shock retirement from ODIs to "fully focus on the next chapter" of his career, creating a fresh selection headache for the side that is already dealing with injuries to key players.
Stoinis will, however, continue to be available for selection in T20 Internationals.
Para Sport, Swimming and Track Cycling to Offer Highest Medals in Commonwealth Games 2026
More than 200 gold medals will be up for grabs across 10 days in Glasgow, Scotland for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the 23rd edition of the event, with para sport, track cycling and swimming boasting highest medals.
The competition will be held from July 23 to August 2, 2026 and will feature a 10-sport programme concentrated across four venues within an eight-mile corridor of the city.
While mixed 4x400m relay has been added to the schedule, Commonwealth Mile will make a comeback for the first time since 1966.
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