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Nov 10, 2026

India wins 9th Hero Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Title

India defeated Japan 4–1 in the final of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy 2026 held in Mohali on 5 November 2026. This is India's sixth overall title and third consecutive. Scorers were Shilanand Lakra, Dilpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh and Sukhjeet Singh. The win also marked the international farewell of midfielder Nilakanta Sharma, making the triumph particularly memorable. Coaches and officials praised consistent defence and strong counter-attacks, noting contributions from younger forwards. The victory strengthens India's position in Asian hockey and provides inspiration for upcoming players across the country. Fans celebrated across Mohali with pride and relief.

Final played on 5 November 2026 in Mohali, India.
India won 4–1 against Japan; sixth title overall.
Scorers: Lakra, Dilpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh, Sukhjeet Singh.
Nilakanta Sharma's international farewell noted.
Team praised for defence and attack momentum.

Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket

Mohammed Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket on 6 November 2026, bringing down the curtain on a 13-year Test career. The 36-year-old fast bowler made his Test debut against the West Indies in 2013. He played 64 Test matches and took 229 wickets, including six five-wicket hauls. Known for his swing and seam, Shami played a key role in India's pace attack across home and overseas series. He finishes as India's sixth-highest wicket-taker among fast bowlers in Tests. Shami's career included memorable moments against Australia and England, contributing to India's campaigns in many marquee series. He ends with respect for discipline and consistency, and he thanked teammates and fans.

Retirement announced on 6 November 2026.
Test debut against West Indies in 2013; 64 Tests, 229 wickets.
Six five-wicket hauls in Tests.
Noted for swing and seam bowling in India’s pace attack.
Ranks as India's sixth-highest wicket-taker among fast bowlers.

Nov 08, 2026

India Clinches Sixth Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Title

On 5 November 2026, the Indian men's hockey team defeated Japan 4–1 in the final of the ninth Men's Asian Champions Trophy 2026 at the Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium, Mohali, Punjab. India staged a late comeback after Japan took an early lead. Scorers were Shilanand Lakra, Dilpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh and Sukhjeet Singh. Harmanpreet Singh was named Player of the Tournament, and Krishan Bahadur Pathak received the Goalkeeper of the Tournament award. This victory marked India’s record sixth Asian Champions Trophy title and third consecutive triumph.

Final score: India 4–1 Japan
Venue: Mohali, Punjab
Scorers: Shilanand Lakra, Dilpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh, Sukhjeet Singh
Player of the Tournament: Harmanpreet Singh
Goalkeeper of the Tournament: Krishan Bahadur Pathak
Title tally: India’s 6th Asian Champions Trophy

Nov 07, 2026

Rajkumari Lanchenbi Chanu wins India's first Wushu medal at Youth Olympics 2026

On 3 November 2026, Rajkumari Lanchenbi Chanu, a 15-year-old athlete from Manipur, made history by winning India's first wushu medal at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal. She secured bronze in the women's Changquan combined event with 18.039 points (Gunshu 8.723; Changquan 9.316). Egypt's Sondos Sonbol took gold, while Venezuela's Valeria Frannerys Dudamel Alvarado earned silver. The medal marked India's third at the Games and highlighted the growing strength of Indian athletes in martial arts. Her family celebrated the result as a milestone for Manipur's sports ecosystem and regional talent development policies, boosting future prospects.

Bronze in Changquan combined at Youth Olympics 2026.
Overall score: 18.039 (Gunshu 8.723; Changquan 9.316).
India's first wushu medal at the Games.
Egypt, Venezuela won gold and silver respectively.
Boosts prospects for Manipur's martial arts programs.

Nov 06, 2026

India Wins Gold in Men's 50m Pistol Team Event

India won the gold medal in the men's 50m pistol team event at the 2026 ISSF World Championships in Doha, Qatar. The Indian trio — Ravinder Singh, Saurabh Chaudhary and Amanpreet Singh — posted a combined 1,659 points. China took silver with 1,648 points and South Korea bronze with 1,643 points. The victory underscores India's rising strength in international shooting and follows a strong season for Indian shooters. Coaches attributed the win to disciplined training, precision and teamwork, reflecting continued progress in the sport on the world stage.

India won gold in men’s 50m pistol team at 2026 ISSF Worlds
Team: Ravinder Singh, Saurabh Chaudhary, Amanpreet Singh
Final score: 1,659; China 1,648 (silver); South Korea 1,643 (bronze)
Highlights India’s growing global strength in shooting
Attributed to disciplined training and teamwork

Nov 05, 2026

India win pistol team gold and rifle silver at ISSF World Championships

At the ISSF World Championships, India won gold in the men’s 50m pistol team event and silver in the women’s 10m air rifle team event, raising their medal tally to three. The men’s team, Ravinder Singh, Saurabh Chaudhary and Amanpreet Singh, scored 1,659. In the women’s event, Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Uttam Maskar and Shambhavi Shravan Kshirsagar combined for 1,894.4. Ravinder also earned individual silver with 559, finishing two behind gold medallist Anton Aristarkhov (AIN). China led the table with five medals, including three golds. Ravinder’s 559 included 11 inner 10s; the women’s trio trailed China in the team event.

Men’s 50m pistol team: Gold – Ravinder Singh, Saurabh Chaudhary, Amanpreet Singh (1,659).
Women’s 10m air rifle team: Silver – Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Uttam Maskar, Shambhavi Shravan Kshirsagar.
Ravinder Singh: Individual silver (559).
China leads medal table; India second with 1 gold, 2 silvers.
Event not part of Olympic programme for the men’s pistol discipline.

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