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Neeraj Chopra Leads India's 19-Strong Squad at World Athletics Championships 2025 in Tokyo: Full Schedule Inside

India is sending a 19-member squad, spearheaded by javelin star Neeraj Chopra, to the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo from September 13-21. Chopra aims to defend his title, and history will be made with four Indian men competing in the javelin event. Sprinter Animesh Kujur is also set to become the first Indian to participate in the men’s 200m.

Shubman Gill's Sportsmanship Shines: India Star Embraces UAE Player After Asia Cup Win

In a heartwarming reunion at the Asia Cup 2025, Shubman Gill, India's rising cricket star, shared a special moment with UAE's Simranjeet Singh. Years ago, Simranjeet had bowled to a young Gill in Mohali. After Gill sealed India's victory with a boundary off Simranjeet's bowling, he embraced his former practice partner.

Pakistan's Salman Agha Sparks Injury Concerns Ahead of Asia Cup Campaign

Pakistan captain Salman Agha faced a mild neck spasm during training ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. The team management remains confident he will be fit to lead in the upcoming high-stakes matches.

All-Female Umpires to Officiate 2025 Women's Cricket World Cup in Historic First

ICC has announced the first ever all-female panel of umpires and match officials for the Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, set to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2.

Faf du Plessis Condemns US Gun Culture After Charlie Kirk Shooting Death

Faf du Plessis, along with other athletes, took to social media to mourn the death of Charlie Kirk, who was shot while addressing nearly 3,000 people at Utah Valley.

'Mera zimmedari nahi hai': Prithvi Shaw and rumoured girlfriend Akriti Agarwal's cosy staycation vlog goes viral

Prithvi Shaw, once a celebrated cricketing prodigy, is now rumoured to be dating influencer Akriti Agarwal after being spotted together in Mumbai and Lonavala. Akriti, a content creator with a growing presence on social media, shared glimpses of their getaway, fueling speculation about their relationship. Shaw's cricketing journey continues as he aims to return to the international stage.

Paris Olympics silver medallist joins Enhanced Games, where performance-enhancing drugs are legal

British Olympic medalist Ben Proud is set to participate in the Enhanced Games, a controversial event allowing performance-enhancing drugs, scheduled for May 2026 in Las Vegas. Proud's decision means he will be banned from international competitions. The Enhanced Games will feature swimming, sprinting, and weightlifting, with substantial cash prizes for winners and record-breakers.

Suryakumar Yadav better India captain than Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni - and numbers prove it

India dominated UAE in their Asia Cup opener, securing a nine-wicket victory after Kuldeep Yadav's exceptional spin bowling dismantled the hosts for a mere 57 runs. India chased down the target swiftly in just 4.3 overs. Kuldeep Yadav's impressive figures of 4 for 7 led the bowling attack, supported by Shivam Dube's career-best 3/4.

'Match must go on': SC refuses urgent hearing of PIL to cancel India vs Pakistan in Asia Cup

The Supreme Court refused to urgently list a PIL seeking to cancel the India vs. Pakistan cricket match scheduled for the Asia Cup in Dubai. The petition, filed by law students, cited recent political tensions and terror attacks, arguing the match would compromise national dignity.

Lamboria and Sheoran Clinch Medals, Zareen Bows Out at World Boxing Championships Hoặc: Hoặc: Indian Boxers Lamboria, Sheoran Secure World Championships Medals; Zareen's Run Ends

Indian boxers Jaismine Lamboria and Nupur Sheoran clinched medals at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool. However, Nikhat Zareen faced a setback, losing her quarter-final bout. In the men's division, Jadumani Singh and Abhinash Jamwal advanced to the quarterfinals, while Jugnoo Ahlawat's journey concluded in the first round.

Abhishek Sharma Joins Elite Club with Blistering Start in Asia Cup T20I Thrashing of UAE

India initiated their 2025 Men's Asia Cup campaign with a dominant nine-wicket victory over the UAE, fueled by Abhishek Sharma's explosive batting. Chasing a modest target, India completed the chase in a record-breaking 4.3 overs. Kuldeep Yadav's exceptional four-wicket haul and Shivam Dube's three wickets restricted UAE to a mere 57.

Neeraj Chopra, Arshad Nadeem Set for Javelin Showdown at World Athletics Championships Amidst India-Pakistan Tensions

As India and Pakistan gear up for a week of intense rivalry, Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem are set to compete in the javelin at the Tokyo World Championships. Despite past camaraderie, tensions have risen following recent conflicts, leading both athletes to downplay their friendship.

How son of a fruit juice seller strengthened Shubman Gill’s batting

From a fruit juice seller’s cart outside Mohali Stadium to Gujarat Titans’ dugout, Avinash Kumar’s journey is extraordinary. Once a failed cricketer, he became Shubman Gill’s trusted side-arm thrower, shaping his batting and standing by him in tough phases. In return, Gill stood by Avinash and his family.

Novak Djokovic Relocates Family to Greece Amidst Serbian Political Unrest

Novak Djokovic has quietly relocated his family to Greece amid growing political pressure in Serbia. This move follows his open support for student protests and signals increasing tensions with the Serbian government.

Shivam Dube Defies IPL's 'All-Rounder Killer' Rule with Asia Cup Performance

The IPL's 'all-rounder killer' rule has clipped his bowling wings, but with backing from the Indian team management, Shivam Dube is finding room to work on his secondary skill. In the Asia Cup opener against the UAE, Dube took three wickets in an encouraging two-over spell in Dubai.

Asia Cup 2025: UAE Coach Admits India's Star Power Intimidated His Batters in Opener

UAE head coach Lalchand Rajput admitted his batters were overawed by India's stars after a nine-wicket defeat in the Asia Cup 2025 opener. He said the experience against world-class spinners will be a key learning step for his young side.

Premier League: Man City's Omar Marmoush ruled out of Manchester derby

Omar Marmoush will miss the Manchester derby due to a knee injury sustained on international duty. This setback deepens Manchester City's injury woes ahead of a crucial Premier League clash.

Satwik-Chirag survives another scare, advances to quarterfinal of Hong Kong Open

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty overcame a tough challenge from Thailand to enter the Hong Kong Open quarterfinals. They took an hour and three minutes to win the match 18-21, 21-15, 21-11.

Untold story! 'My mind wasn't processing what MS Dhoni was saying': Rinku Singh spills the beans

Rinku Singh disclosed his occasional phone conversations with MS Dhoni, where they delve into batting strategies and mental fortitude for high-pressure situations. Dhoni's advice emphasises maintaining composure and self-belief during crucial moments, particularly when batting in the lower middle order. Rinku also recounted his awestruck first encounter with Dhoni during an IPL match in Dubai.

Asia Cup, IND vs PAK: Shubman Gill's subtle two-word post stirs India-Pakistan fever

Kuldeep Yadav and Shivam Dube's exceptional bowling performances propelled India to a dominant nine-wicket victory over the United Arab Emirates in their Asia Cup 2025 opener. Kuldeep's impressive figures of 4 for 7 and Dube's 3 for 4 helped India dismiss UAE for a mere 57 runs. India chased down the target swiftly, reaching 60 for 1 in just 4.