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SPORTS - July 2018

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Aug 14, 2025

Haryana Boys and Girls Sweep Team Titles at 4th Sub Junior National Boxing Championships

Haryana's young boxing brigade delivered a stunning all-round performance at the 4th Sub Junior (U-15) Boys and Girls National Boxing Championships, clinching the overall team titles in both categories.
In the Boys category, Haryana secured 4 gold, 2 silver, and 6 bronze medals and claimed the team crown, while Services followed closely with 5 gold, 4 silver, and 9 bronze medals. Uttar Pradesh rounded off the podium with 2 gold, 1 silver and 2 bronze.
The Girls team mirrored this success, producing champions in multiple divisions, including Garima (35-37kg), Princi (49-52kg), Sunaina (58-61kg), Jivika (61-64kg) and Radhika Sharma (67-70kg). Services finished second overall, with gold medalists like Navya (52-55kg) and Nishalini Muthukumar (43-46kg), while Maharashtra claimed third place with standout wins from Riya Shinde (30-33kg) and Ovi Adwant (46-49kg).

IOA Approves India's Bid to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) formally approved the country's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games during its Special General Meeting (SGM) in New Delhi.
India has already submitted an Expression of Interest for the 2030 CWG with Ahmedabad as the host city.
Canada has pulled out of the race, and India's chances of getting the 2030 CWG have brightened.

Aug 13, 2025

Armand Duplantis Breaks Pole Vault World Record for 13th Time

Sweden's Mondo Duplantis broke his own pole vault world record with a clearance of 6.29 metres at the Hungarian Grand Prix meeting in Budapest, the 13th time he has set a new world mark as he continues to defy gravity.
The double-Olympic champion maintained his tradition of improving on his previous record by one centimetre.

ICC Player of the Month - July 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced Shubman Gill as the Men's Player of the Month and Sophia Dunkley as the Women's Player of the Month for July 2025, recognising their exceptional performances on the international stage.
Shubman Gill, in his first series as India's Test captain, produced a remarkable batting display against England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, which ended in a 2–2 draw. He beat England's Ben Stokes and South Africa's Wiaan Mulder to win the award.
England batter Sophia Dunkley claimed her first ICC Women's Player of the Month award after a standout run against India, edging out Sophie Ecclestone and Gaby Lewis.

Aug 12, 2025

The 4th Edition of Freedom Fighter Jhagaru Gour Memorial Football tournament kicks off in Assam

The 4^th edition of Freedom Fighter Jhagaru Gour Memorial Football Tournament was inaugurated at Sonabeel Tea Estate, Sonitpur district, Assam.
The tournament, being held from August 9 to 24, 2025, is a tribute to Jhagaru Gour, a revered Adivasi freedom fighter who belongs to Orangajuli Tea Garden under Udalguri district, Assam. The Grand opening ceremony was graced by Brigadier Tanuj Pandey, Commander of the 106 Artillery Brigade, as the chief guest.
The tournament is regarded as the largest and most prestigious football tournament in Assam's tea garden region, providing a vital platform for young players to demonstrate their skills and nurture sportsmanship. For many youth, here, football is not just a game, it is their first love and priority.

Indian-American Golfer Megha Ganne Wins 2025 US Women's Amateur

Indian-American golfer Megha Ganne etched her name into history by clinching the 2025 US Women's Amateur title at Bandon Dunes, defeating Brooke Biermann 4 and 3 in the 36-hole final. The 21-year-old rising senior, playing in her seventh US Women's Amateur, overcame the 2025 Michigan State graduate with a composed and clinical performance.

India Finishes with 27 Medals in Asia U19 & U22 Boxing Championships 2025

With a gold in the women's 80+ kg category, Ritika concluded team India's campaign at the Asian U19 & U22 Boxing Championships 2025 with a total of 27 medals, across both the age groups in Bangkok.
The U19 boxers secured a total of 14 medals, including three gold, seven silver and four bronze medals. They had the best medal count, but finished second behind Uzbekistan due to the latter having seven gold medals.
The U22 batch got one gold, four silver, and eight bronze medals.

Aug 11, 2025

New Zealand All-rounder Thamsyn Newton Announces Retirement from International Cricket

New Zealand all-rounder Thamsyn Newton announced her retirement from all forms of cricket, after a 14-year career consisting of 10 ODIs and 15 T20Is.
Newton was a part of the squad in the 2016 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, where New Zealand women lost out on a final spot narrowly after being beaten by the eventual champions, West Indies women, by six runs in the semi-final.

Sreeshankar Murali Wins Long Jump at Indian Open World Athletics Continental Tour Event

Sreeshankar Murali won the men's long jump at Indian Open World Athletics Continental Tour Event in Bhubaneswar, as he took a huge leap and landed with 8.13m from takeoff, recording his own season best and the top attempt by any Indian this year in the discipline.

India's Annu Rani Wins Gold at International Wiesław Maniak Memorial

India's Annu Rani, the reigning Asian Games champion, struck gold in the women's javelin throw at the International Wiesław Maniak Memorial in Poland, delivering a season-best performance of 62.59 metres. She secured the top spot ahead of competitors from Turkey and Australia.
Her winning distance places her among the top 15 women's javelin throwers in the world this season. Rani now has her sights set on achieving the 64m qualification standard for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo next month.

Aug 10, 2025

Kanpur Warriors Latest Franchise for UP Kabaddi League 2025

In a boost to Uttar Pradesh's rapidly growing kabaddi landscape, the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) unveiled its newest team – Kanpur Warriors – ahead of Season 2 in 2025. Following the widespread success of the league's inaugural season, which captivated millions of viewers across India, the inclusion of Kanpur Warriors reflects UPKL's commitment to expanding its reach into kabaddi-rich regions. The franchise, owned by BA Sports Club LLP and spearheaded by entrepreneur Bhumika Vora, aims to turn Kanpur into a thriving hub for professional kabaddi. With its strong sporting culture and untapped potential, Kanpur is poised to become a major player in the league's future.

Greater Noida Hosts 4th Sub-Junior National Boxing Championships from August 7 to 13

The 4^th Sub-Junior Under-15 Boys and Girls National Boxing Championships is being held from August 7 to 13, 2025 in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Over 700 young boxers, including 400 boys and 300 girls aged between 13 and 14, are competing across 15 weight categories.

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