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India’s Young Tigresses face Bangladesh in a high-stakes SAFF U17 Women’s Championship clash on Friday in Bhutan. With memories of last year’s penalty heartbreak still fresh, India seek consistency and redemption after starting their campaign with a 7-0 win over Nepal.

Bengal Warriorz coach Naveen Kumar says the team has built a young and balanced squad for PKL Season 12, strengthening the raiding unit. He praised Devank Dalal and emphasized the role of fans in motivating players.

Dabang Delhi KC is ready for PKL Season 12 starting August 29, retaining Ashu Malik as captain. The 22-year-old raider, last season’s top scorer, leads the team’s pursuit of playoff consistency and a championship title.

The Young Tigresses raced to a commanding 5-0 lead by half-time, leaving Nepal no room for recovery in what was a one-sided affair from the outset

Nelgi scored a 21-4, 21-16 win against Keerthy in the women’s singles match held at Gopichand Academy

Shooting on day three at the Shymkent Shooting Plaza, Naruka first finished third in qualifying with a score of 119 over two days, before shooting a confident final from the very first shot of the 60-shot decider, to land the biggest medal of his career

Khan brings with him a distinguished track record in both corporate leadership and sports administration

The debutants beat Emami East Bengal 2-1 in the second semi-final of the 134th Indian Oil Durand Cup

Day 5 of the Yuva Andhra Championship 2025 saw Kurnool Knights win twice to reclaim Pool A lead, while Amravati Crushers maintained their unbeaten Pool B run. Bhimavaram Guardians and Vizag Commandos also registered victories in a thrilling round of matches.

Former Andhra Cricket Association Vice-President PVR Prashanth has been appointed Team India’s manager for the Asia Cup in Dubai from September 9 to 28. The BCCI and ACA leaders congratulated him as India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, prepares for the tournament.

Bengaluru Bulls coach BC Ramesh, raider Akash Shinde, and defender Ankush Rathee shared insights on PKL Season 12 preparations. Focused on defence, fitness, and teamwork, the squad blends experienced players with young talent, showcasing opportunities for aspiring kabaddi stars.

Badminton in India is facing a shuttle crisis as feather supply drops and costs double, with BAI, Yonex and Gopichand stressing urgent need for synthetic alternatives and possible government support

Iga Swiatek defeated Jasmine Paolini to claim her first Cincinnati Open title, her 24th career trophy and second of 2025, boosting confidence ahead of the us open where she is seeded no. 2

Carlos Alcaraz won his first Cincinnati Open title after Jannik Sinner retired ill in the final, earning his eighth masters 1000 crown and boosting his bid for the year-end no. 1 ranking

Shubman Gill returns as India’s T20 vice-captain for Asia Cup 2025 alongside Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav, while Shreyas Iyer misses out; India face Pakistan in group stage on September 14

Redeem Tlang’s stunning first-half strike helped defending champions Northeast United edge Shillong Lajong 1-0 in the Durand Cup semifinal, securing a spot in the final after a gritty contest

Harmanpreet Kaur will captain India in the ODI series against Australia and the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. Selectors also announced India A squad for warm-ups

India’s U17 women’s team face Nepal in their SAFF U17 Championship opener in Bhutan. The round-robin tournament will decide the champion on August 31. Coach Joakim Alexandersson remains upbeat

Sriharish of Chennai won the Brilliant Trophy Online Chess with 11.5/12 points. Tharshan and Thota Jovenkatraman finished second and third, while Sisika Borelli and Devasish Pal won special prizes

Hyderabad reached 267/6 in reply to Punjab’s 348/5 on day two of the Buchi Babu Invitation in Chennai, with Abhirath Reddy’s 74 (retired hurt) keeping Hyderabad in contention

East Bengal meet debutants Diamond Harbour FC in the Durand Cup semifinal on Wednesday at Salt Lake Stadium. Both sides enter with strong momentum, promising a thrilling battle for a place in the final

SATG vice-chairman and MD A. Sonibala Devi received a Doctorate from Osmania University for her research on Gymnema sylvestre, with the degree presented by Telangana Governor Jishnu Deva Sharma

The India Junior International Series 2025, a BWF-sanctioned tournament, begins August 20 at Gopichand Academy, Hyderabad, featuring 350 players from eight countries with ranking points at stake

Hyderabad District Junior Athletics Trials for under-14, 16, 18, and 20 boys and girls will be held on August 22 at Gymkhana Grounds, Secunderabad, to select the district team