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SPORTS - September 2018

Sep 2018

Dec 05, 2025

Duplantis and McLaughlin-Levrone named World Athletes of the Year 2025

Armand Duplantis of Sweden and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone of the United States were named World Athletes of the Year 2025 by World Athletics. Duplantis, a pole vault star, delivered a historic season, breaking his own world record four times and clearing 6.30 meters at the Tokyo World Championships. McLaughlin-Levrone, 26, dominated the track in 2025, going undefeated in the 400 meters and 400 meters hurdles and posting a championship record of 47.78 seconds at Tokyo. The awards recognise consistent performance, impact on the sport, and leadership. Both athletes enhanced the global profile of track and field through record-breaking marks and inspirational performances.

Armand Duplantis and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone named World Athletes of the Year 2025
Duplantis: multiple world records in 2025
McLaughlin-Levrone: undefeated in 400m events; 47.78s at Tokyo

India’s 2026 T20 World Cup jersey unveiled by Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma

India unveiled its jersey for the 2026 T20 World Cup during the second ODI against South Africa in Raipur, presented by captain Rohit Sharma and youngster Tilak Varma. The new kit features light blue and deep blue stripes, combining a modern silhouette with retro design cues, while retaining the neckline from the 2024 World Cup-winning jersey. The 2026 edition will be held across eight venues in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. India is placed in Group A with Pakistan, the USA, the Netherlands, and Namibia. The kit signals a refreshed brand ahead of the tournament.

India unveils 2026 T20 World Cup jersey
Kit features blue stripes; retro neckline preserved
Tournament dates: Feb 7–Mar 8, 2026

Chess underwater! Niemann defeats Caruana in Cape Town diving event

Hans Niemann defeated Fabiano Caruana in the Diving Chess Cape Town 2025 final, winning a unique underwater chess event staged at the Silo Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa. The competition ran alongside the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam finals. Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov finished third by defeating Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi. Players move on a small chess set placed 110 centimetres deep in a pool, surfacing to breathe before the next move. The event showcased creative thinking and adaptability, drawing attention to chess’s versatility and the appeal of unusual formats in modern sport.

Niemann beat Caruana in underwater chess final
Event held with Freestyle Chess Grand Slam finals
Format involves 110 cm deep board; resurfacing to move

Dec 04, 2025

Rohit Rajpal Reappointed India’s Davis Cup Captain

New Delhi, 4 December 2025: Rohit Rajpal has been reappointed as captain of the Indian Davis Cup team through 31 December 2026. The All India Tennis Association (AITA) also retained Ashutosh Singh as coach. The decision supports continuity ahead of the 2026 home Qualifier against the Netherlands in early 2026. Delhi or Karnataka are among potential venues. The team’s nominations will factor in player form, fitness, and surface suitability. Rajpal’s leadership is expected to provide strategic stability during a busy schedule, with a view to strengthening India’s standing in international team tennis.

Rohit Rajpal reappointed as Davis Cup captain through 2026.
Ashutosh Singh retained as coach.
Home Qualifier vs Netherlands in early 2026.
Potential venues include Delhi or Karnataka.
Nominations to consider form and fitness.

Erigaisi Wins Jerusalem Masters 2025; Anand Runner‑Up

Jerusalem, 3 December 2025: Indian grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi clinched the Jerusalem Masters 2025 title after defeating Viswanathan Anand in the all‑Indian final. The competition offered a prize pool of USD 55,000. Anand’s runner‑up finish adds another chapter to India’s dominance in chess. The event concluded on 3 December 2025. The win reinforces Erigaisi’s rising stature in world chess and cements India’s strong showing in global rapid and classical formats.

Arjun Erigaisi wins Jerusalem Masters 2025.
Final against Viswanathan Anand; all‑Indian final.
Prize pool of USD 55,000.
Event concluded on 3 December 2025.
Highlights India’s chess strength.

Dec 03, 2025

Erling Haaland Becomes Fastest Player to 100 Premier League goals, Beats Alan Shearer's Record

Manchester City's Erling Haaland became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals with his blistering left-footed strike in the 17^th minute of a wild 5-4 victory at Fulham in December 2025.
City winger Jeremy Doku crossed to the big Norwegian who finished with a first-time shot, achieving the feat in 111 games, 13 fewer than the previous fastest centurion Alan Shearer.

Dec 02, 2025

Justices Farhan Dubash, Savitri Ratho Emerge Winners at Judges' National Badminton Championship

The inaugural All India Judges Badminton Championship concluded at the Thyagraj Stadium in New Delhi. It brought together more than 70 High Court judges from across the country for two days of competition and camaraderie.
Bombay High Court Justice Farhan Parvez Dubash won the men's singles title while Orissa High Court Justice Savitri Ratho won the women's singles.
Justice Farhan Dubash and Justice Sarang Kotwal emerged as men's doubles champions while Justices Prathiba M. Singh and Justice Savitri Ratho won the women's doubles category.
Justice V. Narasingh and Justice Savitri Ratho won the mixed doubles title.
The event was conceived by Supreme Court Justice Vikram Nath who is a keen badminton enthusiast, and also accomplished player.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Chief Coach Harendra Singh Steps Down

The Indian Women's Hockey Team's chief coach Harendra Singh stepped down from the role owing to personal reasons.
Harendra had replaced two-time Olympic medallist Janneke Schopman of the Netherlands as head coach after the Dutchwoman resigned in February 2024 after the Indian women's hockey team failed to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Dec 01, 2025

Manipur Defeats Colombia Claims 15th Manipur Polo International Title

India B (Manipur) secured a decisive 8–5 victory over Colombia and lifted the 15^th Manipur Polo International Tournament trophy, concluding a vibrant week of sporting excitement at the historic Imphal Polo Ground.
The tournament was organised by the Manipur horse riding and polo association.
The venue, the Imphal polo ground, also known as Mapal Kangjeibung, is widely known as one of the oldest polo grounds in the world, adding heritage value to the event.
Governor Bhalla presented medals to both the champions and runners-up. The winning team, India B (Manipur), was awarded a cash prize of Rs. 2 lakh, while team Colombia took home a prize money of Rs. 1.5 lakh. After the prizes were distributed, Bhalla formally declared the tournament closed.

Max Verstappen Wins Qatar GP Title

Max Verstappen won the Qatar Grand Prix and sent a tense Formula 1 title fight into the season's final race in Abu Dhabi next weekend.
Championship leader Lando Norris would have clinched his first F1 title with a win but finished in fourth place, with his McLaren teammate and title rival Oscar Piastri placing second.

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand Retain Syed Modi Crown

India signed off the Syed Modi International Super 300 with contrasting emotions as Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand defended their women's doubles crown in style, while Kidambi Srikanth's long wait for a title stretched further after a three-game defeat in the men's singles final.
The defending women's doubles champions produced a determined comeback toppling Japan's world No. 35 pairing of Kaho Osawa and Mai Tanabe 17-21, 21-13, 21-15.
The 2025 Syed Modi International was a badminton tournament that took place at Babu Banarasi Das Indoor Stadium in Lucknow, India and was the 14th edition of the tournament.

Andre Russell Officially Retires from the Indian Premier League (IPL)

Swashbuckling all-rounder Andre Russell confirmed his retirement from the Indian Premier League ahead of the upcoming mini-auction on December 16, 2025. He will continue his association with Kolkata Knight Riders, joining their coaching setup as a "Power Coach" for the 2026 season.
Russell has been a key figure for KKR since 2014, helping the franchise secure three IPL titles.

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