Sports

FICCI is organising the 15th Global Sports Summit - 'FICCI TURF 2025' along with 'India Sports Awards 2025' on November 21 at Federation House in the national capital, as per a FICCI release.

Mandira Bedi, once mocked as a cricket presenter, became a silent force behind women’s cricket in India. She donated her endorsement fees and helped fund tours when the team had no support. Her efforts changed perceptions, inspired others, and laid the groundwork for India’s World Cup glory.

Team India edged out Argentina 10-9 to win the International Polo Cup 2025 at Jaipur Polo Ground. Led by Sawai Padmanabh Singh, India displayed skill and strategy. The event saw top dignitaries and highlighted international camaraderie, celebrating India’s growing prominence in polo.

India defeated West Indies by seven wickets in the second Test to clinch the series 2-0. Yashasvi Jaiswal (175) and Shubman Gill (129) powered India’s dominance, while Kuldeep Yadav’s fifer sealed control. KL Rahul’s 58 guided India home, marking Gill’s first series win as captain.

Bangladesh and Pakistan Women face off in Colombo Women’ World Cup. Both teams, evenly matched with two wins each in recent ODIs, aim to shine despite off-field challenges. Pakistan banks on Sidra Amin, Muneeba Ali, and Aliya Riaz.

Be cool, dry, and comfortable with every exercise with this Men's Sports T-Shirt — made for performance and fashion. Made from light, airy, and moisture-wicking material, it provides maximum airflow and dries away sweat during heavy workout sessions.

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly mocked Pakistan after their Asia Cup 2025 loss, saying they’re no longer competitive and recalling their glorious past. He praised India’s depth without Kohli and Rohit.

Zimbabwe leveled the T20I series with a five-wicket win over Sri Lanka in Harare. Sri Lanka collapsed to 80 all out, their second-lowest T20I total, as Sikandar Raza and Brad Evans shared six wickets. Zimbabwe overcame early jitters to chase the target in 14.2 overs.

Former India captain MS Dhoni was spotted at the US Open 2025 as Novak Djokovic beat Taylor Fritz to reach the semifinals. Meanwhile, Irfan Pathan’s old video resurfaced, recalling his chat with Dhoni and a viral “hookah” remark that triggered fan reactions online.

World No.1 Jannik Sinner cruised into the US Open 2025 semifinals with a dominant 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 win over Lorenzo Musetti in the first all-Italian Grand Slam quarterfinal. The reigning champion now faces Felix Auger-Aliassime, chasing his third Slam of the season.

For many years, Pulwama was the epicentre of unrest in Kashmir and was often considered a hotbed of militancy. The district made international headlines on February 14, 2019, when a local youth, Adil Ahmad Dar, carried out a suicide attack that killed 40 CRPF jawans.

Rohit Sharma, world cricket’s leading six-hitter with 637 maximums, recently joked he enjoys hitting every bowler for sixes. After a solid IPL 2025 for Mumbai Indians, he retired from Tests but remains vital in India’s ODI plans, with his future beyond 2027 under discussion.

India marks National Sports Day on August 29, honouring hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. The day promotes fitness, recognises athletes with top awards, and inspires youth. This year, it coincides with the Men’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in Rajgir, adding historic significance to the celebrations.

Mohammed Shami has dismissed retirement rumours, insisting he will continue until his passion fades. The 34-year-old pacer vowed to play domestic cricket if not selected internationally, highlighted his dream of winning the 2027 ODI World Cup, and stressed his renewed focus on fitness and rhythm.

MMA fighter Raja Jackson, son of Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, sparked controversy after violently assaulting wrestler Stuart Smith at a Knokx Pro event in Los Angeles. The live-streamed outburst left Smith hospitalized, led to Raja’s ban on Kick, and raised serious concerns about safety in combat sports.

Debutants Diamond Harbour FC scripted history by reaching the Durand Cup 2025 final, beating East Bengal 2-1 in the semifinal. Goals from Mikel Kortazar and ex-East Bengal striker Jobby Justin sealed the win, setting up a title clash with defending champions NorthEast United FC.

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has won the 2025 PFA Player of the Year award, becoming the first to claim it three times. Salah topped goals (29) and assists (18), leading Liverpool to the league title. Other winners included Morgan Rogers, Mariona Caldentey, and Olivia Smith.

Prithvi Shaw marked his Maharashtra debut with a fighting century in the Buchi Babu tournament, showcasing resilience amid collapse. He credited hard work, discipline, and staying away from negativity, hoping this fresh start revives his career and confidence.

When it comes to cricket, partnerships often define the outcome of a match. For India, some legendary batting pairs have consistently stood tall, guiding the team to victories across formats. A look at the numbers highlights which duos have contributed the highest percentage of runs in India’s wins.

Barcelona began their La Liga 2025 season with a 3-0 win over Mallorca, thanks to goals from Raphinha, Ferran Torres, and Lamine Yamal. Mallorca saw two red cards in the first half, while coach Hansi Flick criticized Barca’s lack of intensity despite the comfortable victory.

Former cricketer Yograj Singh backed Rohit Sharma, urging him to play five more years and even train harder—“put four men on him, make him run 10 km daily.” He hailed Rohit’s Champions Trophy final heroics, dismissing critics and calling his batting class unmatched.

The UP T20 League 2025 begins on August 17 and runs till September 6 at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow. Featuring six teams, including defending champions Meerut Mavericks, the tournament has 34 matches. Scroll down for the complete live streaming details.