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Dec 21, 2025

The 5th National Finswimming Championship

The Underwater Sports Federation of India (USFI), in association with the Physical Education Foundation of India (PEFI) and the Karnataka Finswimming Association, has organised the 5th National Finswimming Championship 2025 at the Yemmekere International Swimming Pool, from December 19 to 22.
Dronacharya awardee swimming coach Tapan Panigrahi said that the 2025 edition witnessed record participation, with more than 1,400 swimmers registered from over 400 districts across 30 states, making it one of the largest national finswimming events in the country. The championship features 144 competitive events, with 458 medal positions contested across all age categories and both genders, during the four-day competition.

Raipur Makes History with National Transgender Sports Meet

A decade after India last witnessed a major national sporting platform for transgender athletes, Raipur, Chhattisgarh scripted a new chapter in inclusion and equality. The national transgender sports meet 2025, themed 'Samta Ka Mahotsav', took place on December 19–20, bringing together participants Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat, West Bengal, and Chhattisgarh for two days of competition, culture and dialogue.
Organised by Chhattisgarh Mitwa Sankalp Samiti- a community for transgenders and LGBTQ, with support from the department of social welfare, the event was hailed as one of the most significant national initiatives for the transgender community in recent years.
The sports festival aimed to give transgender athletes a stage to demonstrate their strength, discipline and sporting excellence—transforming sports from a field of competition into a platform of dignity and identity.

Dec 20, 2025

India A Defeats India Senior in Physical Disability T20 Series Final

In the Physical Disability T20 series, India A defeated India Senior in the third and final match at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. India A posted 164 for eight in 20 overs after choosing to bat, with Akash Sanap contributing 32, Prasad Chavan 31, and Jitendra VN 25. For India Senior, Sunny Goyal took 3-17 and Imran Khan 2-49 as leading bowlers. The series marked a historic initiative to showcase adaptive cricket and inclusivity, reflecting broader efforts to promote sports for persons with disabilities at the national level. The win capped a competitive series and highlighted emerging talent in a new format.

India A beat India Senior in the final at Wankhede Stadium.
India A scored 164/8 in 20 overs; key contributions: Sanap, Chavan, Jitendra.
Leading bowlers: Sunny Goyal (3-17), Imran Khan (2-49).
Series marks a historic step for adaptive cricket in India.

Jharkhand Clinched The Maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025

Jharkhand scripted history by winning their first Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) title in the 2025–26 season. Led by a sensational batting display from Ishan Kishan and Kumar Kushagra. Jharkhand defeated Haryana by 69 runs in the final held at Pune, marking a landmark moment in the state's domestic cricket journey.
The 2025–26 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy was the 18th edition of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, an annual Twenty20 tournament in India.

Jharkhand Win Maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025–26

Jharkhand clinched the maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title for the 2025–26 season, defeating Haryana by 69 runs in the final at Pune. A dominant batting display from Ishan Kishan and Kumar Kushagra propelled Jharkhand to a strong total, with Kishan scoring a blistering century and Kushagra contributing a brisk fifty-plus. The victory marks a milestone for Jharkhand in domestic cricket and adds momentum to the state’s cricketing prowess. The win is celebrated as a landmark achievement for the team and its supporters, reinforcing the rising profile of Jharkhand in India’s domestic circuit.

Jharkhand wins maiden SMAT title in 2025–26 season.
Final vs Haryana held in Pune; decisive 69-run win.
Ishan Kishan scored a century; Kushagra contributed a quick fifty-plus.
Marks a milestone for Jharkhand’s domestic cricket journey.

Dec 19, 2025

Jammu and Kashmir to host International Indian Style Wrestling event 2025

Jammu and Kashmir hosted its first International Indian Style Wrestling (Dangal) event, along with the Rustam-e-Jammu Kashmir Title 2025, at Maulana Azad Stadium in Srinagar. The three‑day championship featured over 100 international and national wrestlers competing for the Rustam-e Jammu Kashmir title, open to competitors above 85 kg. The prize money included Rs. 50,000 for the champion, Rs. 30,000 for the runner-up, and smaller awards for other places. Organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, the event aimed to celebrate and promote traditional wrestling and showcase regional athletic talent on a global platform.

Event: Rustam-e-Jammu Kashmir Title 2025
Venue: Maulana Azad Stadium, Srinagar
Participants: 100+ international and national wrestlers
Open category: above 85 kg
Prize: ₹50,000 (champion); ₹30,000 (runner-up)

Dec 18, 2025

Matvei Safonov leads PSG to FIFA Intercontinental Cup title

Paris Saint-Germain captured the FIFA Intercontinental Cup title after a 1–1 draw with Flamengo, followed by a penalty shootout win at Ahm bin Ali Stadium, Qatar. PSG opened the scoring in the 38th minute through Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, while Flamengo equalised via Jorginho in the 62nd minute. PSG won the trophy on penalties, adding to a year that already saw domestic and European successes. The Intercontinental Cup crowns the club’s sixth major title in 2025, underscoring PSG’s strong performance across competitions and its continued status as a global powerhouse in football.

PSG wins FIFA Intercontinental Cup over Flamengo on penalties.
Kvaratskhelia scored; Flamengo equalised through Jorginho.
Match held in Qatar; PSG secures sixth major title in 2025.
Highlights PSG’s global dominance this year.

Dec 17, 2025

58th Inter IIT Sports Meet 2025 kicks off at IIT Madras

The 58th Inter IIT Sports Meet 2025 began at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, running from 14 to 21 December 2025. IIT Madras hosts the event with IIT Hyderabad and IIT Tirupati as co-hosts. The opening ceremony featured Indian international cricketer Sai Sudharsan as Chief Guest, while Muin Bek Hafeez and Sridharan Sriram served as Guests of Honour. Athletes from all IITs compete across multiple sports during a week-long programme. The meet showcases emerging young talent and fosters national sports camaraderie among engineering institutes.

Inter IIT Sports Meet 2025 held at IIT Madras (Dec 14–21).
Co-hosts: IIT Hyderabad and IIT Tirupati.
Opening ceremony: Sai Sudharsan as Chief Guest.
Guests of Honour: Sridharan Sriram and Muin Bek Hafeez.
Event promotes talent and inter-institute competition.

FIFA Best Awards 2025 announced in Doha

FIFA announced the Best Awards 2025 in Doha, recognizing global football excellence. Ousmane Dembélé was named The Best men’s player for 2025, while Aitana Bonmatí claimed The Best women’s player. Sarina Wiegman received The Best women’s coach, and Hannah Hampton was named The Best goalkeeper. Luis Enrique was named The Best men’s coach. The ceremony also presented the Puskás Award and the Marta Award to standout performers. The event celebrated performances across the year, highlighting the depth of talent in both men’s and women’s football and the impact of coaches and keepers.

Dembélé named The Best men’s player 2025.
Bonmatí named The Best women’s player 2025.
Wiegman: The Best women’s coach; Hampton: Best GK.
Luis Enrique: The Best men’s coach.
Puskás and Marta awards announced alongside main honours.

Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma become joint top uncapped IPL 2026 buys

In the IPL 2026 auction, Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma emerged as the joint most expensive uncapped players, both valued at Rs 14.20 crore. Veer, a 20-year-old left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder from Uttar Pradesh, rose to prominence through performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Sharma, an all-rounder from a different Indian state, attracted interest from major franchises. The auction underscored the growing importance of domestic talent in shaping franchise strategies and financial planning for the league. Teams emphasized potential for immediate impact and long-term development of young players.

Both players fetched Rs 14.20 crore each in IPL 2026 auction.
Prashant Veer: 20-year-old left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder from UP.
Gained prominence via Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy performances.
Kartik Sharma: joint top uncapped buy with Veer.
Highlights the value of domestic talent in IPL economics.

Australian Paralympic long jumper Nicholas Hum passes away at 32

Australian Paralympic long jumper Nicholas Hum died at the age of 32, sending shockwaves through the athletics world. A Paralympic bronze medallist and long-time representative of Australia, Hum passed away in December 2025, a little more than a year after retiring from elite competition. Competing in the T20 classification, he represented Australia across more than a decade at the highest level. Hum made his international debut at the 2011 IPC Athletics World Championships in Christchurch and later competed in three Paralympic Games and five World Para Athletics Championships. His final appearance occurred at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

Nicholas Hum died at age 32 in December 2025.
Paralympic bronze medallist and long jumper for Australia.
Competed in T20 classification; active for over a decade.
International debut: 2011 IPC Athletics World Championships.
Participated in three Paralympic Games; last at Paris 2024.

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