Sport

Asian gold medallist Agasara Nandini has been appointed as Sports Advisor to TGSWREIS, aiming to enhance sports infrastructure and nurture talent, after rising through its coaching system since 2019

Only 173 clubs cleared by Justice L. Nageswara Rao can attend HCA’s AGM. Disputed clubs involved in conflict of interest are barred, marking a strict enforcement ahead of upcoming elections

India’s Brijesh Damani beat compatriot Vijay Nichani 4-2 to reach the final of the World Masters Snooker Championship in Bahrain, where he will face Pakistan’s reigning champion Muhammad Asif

Inter Kashi FC were declared I-League 2024–25 champions after the Court of Arbitration for Sport overturned an AIFF decision that had earlier invalidated their player registration and altered the standings

World Cup medallist Jyothi Surekha Vennam was felicitated in Vijayawada by Union Bank officials for her recent success in Madrid. She reaffirmed her focus on winning an Olympic medal

Hyderabad Globe FC routed Sachdev Sports FC 6-0 in the TFA A-Division Rahim League. Owaisuddin netted a hat-trick, with Rashiq, Saleem, and Navneshwar Reddy also scoring

The Boxing Federation of India clarified that the Indian Amateur Boxing Federation lacks legal standing and advised boxers and officials to avoid participation in IABF-related events or activities

Sancta Maria International School inaugurated new pickleball courts and announced a partnership with Gamepoint to provide after-school coaching and open its sports infrastructure to the wider community

Cantonment Football Club, promoted to the B-Division League, will hold selection trials on July 19 at Bolarum Sporting Ground to pick its team for the upcoming Shivkumar Lal championship

The fourth Charminar Challenge Khelo Hyderabad Athletics Championships will be held at Chirec International School on July 26. Events are open for all age groups from 8 years to adults

Smriti Mandhana stays focused on the process as India build toward the 2025 Women’s World Cup. She also launches a cricket academy in Dubai with UK coach Don Bhagawati

Anil Kumble backs Jasprit Bumrah’s inclusion in the Manchester Test, calling it vital. India’s assistant coach Doeschate shares updates on Bumrah, Siraj, and Pant ahead of the fourth Test

India opener Pratika Rawal has been fined and given a demerit point for inappropriate physical contact during the first ODI against England. England were also fined for a slow over-rate. Both teams accepted the ICC sanctions without a hearing.

Tadej Pogacar reclaimed the yellow jersey in emphatic fashion with a solo win on the iconic Hautacam climb in Stage 12 of the Tour de France. The Slovenian now leads Jonas Vingegaard by over three minutes with five summit finishes remaining.

In another A-Division two-day league match, G. Rahul Singh (104) for Gemini Friends also batted well

Lakshmi Jadala clinches gold medal at the National Tennis Championship 2025 (Disability Sports) held in Gwalior. With this win, he has officially qualified for the Special Olympics World Games 2027, set to take place in Cairo, Egypt

Unveils a dynamic and diverse driver line-up for the upcoming Indian Racing Festival (IRF) 2025

The 19-year-old outplayed the five-time world champion in just 39 moves. Praggnanandhaa, who has already won three tournaments this year, has now defeated Carlsen in all three formats - Classical, Rapid, and Blitz

The report clarifies that merely submitting an intimation does not amount to seeking permission, particularly for events involving large public gatherings in central Bengaluru

NRAI President Kalikesh Singh Deo has been appointed Interim Chairperson of the ISSF Committee on E-Sports and Innovations. The role strengthens India’s global influence in shooting sports and supports tech-driven developments like e-shooting and the upcoming Shooting League of India.

The West Indies cricket team faces renewed scrutiny after a 0-3 Test series defeat to Australia, with poor batting and overreliance on T20 formats blamed. Cricket legends have been called in to revive the side amid growing fan disappointment.

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell will retire from international cricket after the first two T20Is against Australia at Sabina Park, his home ground. The 37-year-old, a two-time T20 World Cup winner, called the opportunity his proudest career moment.

India U20 women’s football team registered a commanding 4-1 victory over Uzbekistan in their second friendly in Tashkent. Sibani Devi scored twice, with Sulanjana and Neha adding one each, as the Young Tigresses bounced back impressively after a draw in the first game.

Vedansh Nagelli and Nischal Kaikarapu team finished second, and Enoch Bgargad and Indrakanti Gaurav team third in the tourney