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SPORTS - January 2017

Jan 2017

Apr 07, 2025

Hitesh Gets Gold as India Ends Campaign with Six Medals

The Indian boxing contingent ended its campaign at the World Boxing Cup with an impressive haul of six medals, including a gold won by Hitesh. It was India's first-ever outing in an elite-level international meet organised by World Boxing.
Hitesh became the first Indian boxer to clinch a gold medal in the World Boxing Cup. His opponent Odel Kamara of England was injured and couldn't take to the ring in the 70kg final.
Abhinash Jamwal gave his best against local favourite Yuri Reis in the final of the 65kg category but could not do enough to get a favourable verdict and bagged the silver medal. Four Indians — Jadumani Singh Mandengbam (50kg), Manish Rathore (55kg), Sachin (60kg) and Vishal (90kg) — bagged bronze medals.
The World Boxing Cup: Brazil 2025 was hosted in Foz do Iguacu, Brazil, from March 31 to April 5.

Red Bull's Max Verstappen Wins Japanese GP

Four-time world champion Max Verstappen led from pole to chequered flag and won the Japanese Grand Prix, his first victory of the 2025 season, with McLaren's Lando Norris second.

Rudrankksh Patil Wins His First ISSF World Cup Title

Nine months after failing to make the Indian shooting team for the Paris Olympics, Rudrankksh Patil won his first ISSF World Cup title with a dominant performance in the final of the men's 10m Air Rifle final in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The Maharashtra shooter, only the second Indian shooter to win a World Championships gold after 2008 Beijing Olympics champion Abhinav Bindra, led throughout the eight-shooter final and beat Istvan Peni of Hungary in the gold medal elimination with a score of 252.9.

Apr 06, 2025

Sift Kaur Samra Wins Gold, Chain Singh Takes Bronze at ISSF World Cup

India's shooting contingent made a strong impact at the ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires, Argentina with Sift Kaur Samra clinching gold in the Women's 50m Rifle Three Positions and Chain Singh securing bronze in the Men's event — opening India's medal account at the competition.

The 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship Begins in Jhansi

The 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship is taking place from April 4 to 15 at the Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. The tournament is following the newly introduced division-based format, first implemented in the Senior Women's National Championship in March.
This year (2025), the championship introduced promotion and relegation battles, adding a competitive edge. A total of 30 teams are competing across three divisions: Division A, Division B, and Division C.
Division A is the top-tier division, where teams will compete for the national title. Division B will feature teams battling for promotion to Division A, while Division C will see teams aiming to move up to Division B. The bottom two teams from Division A will be relegated to Division B, while the top two from Division B will earn promotion. Similarly, the top two teams from Division C will move up to Division B, and the bottom two from Division B will be relegated.

Indian Team to Play Billie Jean King Cup 2025 Asia-Oceania Group-1

The Indian team will play the Billie Jean King Cup 2025 Asia-Oceania Group-1, organised by MSLTA in association with AITA and PMDTA, on home soil from April 8 to 12 at the Mhalunge Balewadi tennis complex in Pune.
India will be eyeing a berth in the play-offs stage for the second time in the tournament's history at the event being hosted after a decade in India, 25 years in Maharashtra and the first ever time in Pune.

Apr 05, 2025

Indian Army's Batalik Cricket League 2025

The Indian Army organised the Batalik Cricket League at Jubar Stadium, Batalik as part of the celebrations for Kargil Vijay Diwas 2025. This event aimed to promote sports, engage local youth, and contribute to regional development. It was a step toward fostering community engagement and supporting local artisans.

Apr 04, 2025

GD Birla Memorial Masters Badminton Tournament to Kickstarts

The 31st edition of the GD Birla Memorial Masters Inter-Club Badminton Tournament is being played at the Bombay Gymkhana from April 4-6 and 8-12.
Regarded as the premier veteran badminton tournament in the circuit, the event continues to grow in prestige, drawing top veteran players from across several districts.
The event, promoted by Badminton Gurukul, has garnered over 20 teams and more than 150 individual entries, reinforcing its reputation as a marquee competition for veteran players, as per a press release from GD Birla Memorial Masters Inter-Club Badminton Tournament.

Kamindu Mendis Creates History in IPL by Bowling with Both Arms

Sri Lankan all-rounder Kamindu Mendis created history in the Indian Premier League. He became the first player ever in the tournament to switch his bowling arm during an over. He did this unique feat during the Sunrisers Hyderabad game against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens.

PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi Elected Chairman of Asian Cricket Council (ACC)

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi was elected as the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) for a term of two years. He succeeded Shammi Silva, the head of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC).
The change of the ACC leadership was confirmed through the annual general meeting of the members of the continental body, which was held virtually.

Apr 03, 2025

Reliance Partners with BLAST to Boost, Expand Esports Business in India

Reliance's wholly-owned subsidiary RISE Worldwide entered into a strategic partnership with BLAST Esports to form a joint venture to conduct esports business in India.
Reliance and BLAST will partner to develop market-leading Intellectual Properties (IPs) in India and introduce BLAST's global IPs to the Indian market for fans, players, and brands.
BLAST, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Denmark-based BLAST ApS, is one of the biggest tournament organisers in the world. It works with the world's biggest game publishers, including Epic Games, Valve, Riot Games, KRAFTON, and Ubisoft, to create leading global esports properties.

Rob Walter Resigns as South Africa White-Ball Coach

Rob Walter resigned as South Africa men's cricket team's white-ball head coach. According to an official statement released by Cricket South Africa (CSA), Walter submitted his resignation citing 'personal reasons'. The Proteas are yet to announce who will succeed him in the role.
During Rob Walter's tenure as head coach, the South African team reached the T20 World Cup 2024 final. In the summit clash, they were defeated by Rohit Sharma's Team India at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados.

Rajnigandha Achievers Winner of Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup 2025

The Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup 2025 culminated in a thrilling final, with the Rajnigandha Achievers emerging victorious against Jindal Panther. The match was held in New Delhi. This prestigious tournament, honouring the late Shri Aditya Vikram Birla's passion for polo, saw some of the finest polo players from around the world come together to compete.
The prestigious cup was presented to the Rajnigandha Achievers by Jagdeep Dhankhar, the Vice President of India, Rajashree Birla, and Askaran Agarwala, Group Advisor of the Birla Group Trusts.

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