Sports briefs: Ravikiran’s bronze wins earn praises
India’s young boxers continued their strong performance at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok, with Chandrika, Gunjan, Joyshree Devi and Ambekar Meetei advancing to the finals, while Radhamani Longjam settled for a bronze medal after a semifinal defeat
Hyderabad: The Telangana Social Welfare Residential Degree and Junior Colleges Physical Directors (PDs) and Physical Education Teachers (PDs & PETs) Association congratulated alumni A Ravikiran on winning happiness and pride over the remarkable two bronze medals in the 200 metres and long jump events at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix – 2026, held at New Delhi from 10th to 12th March 2026.
The association chairman, Dr Rama Laxman, president Narsaiah, general secretary Chander, and treasurer Harikishan hoped Ravikiran would bring many more laurels at the international level.
The association has also requested the Government of Telangana to extend necessary support and encouragement to Ravikiran, as he has the potential to win many more medals and bring greater laurels to the State of Telangana and the nation in upcoming international competitions.
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Jyoti bags bronze in World Para meet
Para athlete Jyoti from Haryana, mentored by city-based Aditya Mehta Foundation, delivered an outstanding performance by winning the Bronze Medal in Women’s Discus Throw (F57 category) at the New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Delhi.
Competing against top international athletes, Jyoti showcased remarkable strength, technique, and determination to secure a podium finish in her classification at this prestigious global para-athletics event.
This achievement marks a significant milestone in Jyoti’s sporting journey as she prepares for upcoming major competitions, including the Asian Para Games and the Paralympic Games.
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Six players share lead in 238th Brilliant Trophy Chess tournament
In Juniors category of 238th Brilliant trophy chess tournament, six players- Ashvik Kumar, Sushanth, Vikyaath Thallapally, Madiha Fatima, Yuvaan Rodda and Shivakumar are in joint lead in the Brilliant Trophy chess tournament with three points each out of three rounds, while four players Sai Vignesh, Atharva, Sathya Karthikeya and Harvin are in second pot with 2.5 points out of three rounds, here at Brilliant Grammar High School, Dilsukhnagar.
In the Open category, four players – Aashish Reddy, Shreyansh Vudayagiri, Thota Jovenkatraman and Gade Vishal are in the lead with 3 points each out of 3 rounds, while Manvith and Satyanarayana Murthy are in second spot with 2.5 points out of 3 rounds.
Important results: 3rd round: Juniors:
Sai Vignesh (2) lost to Ashvik Kumar (3); Atharva (2.5) drew with Sathya Karthikeya (2.5); Shivakumar (3) beat Harshavardhan (2); Madiha Fatima (3) beat Sunishka (2); Rehansh Turai (2) lost to Sushanth R (3).
Open category: Nigama Sree (2) lost to Aashish Reddy (3); Shreyansh Vudayagiri (3) beat Rigved Reddy (2);
3. Prasidh Ambati (2) lost to Thota Jovenkatraman (3); Tarun Sai Thota (2) lost to Gade Vishal (3); KS Ranganathan (1.5) lost to Manvith Manchukonda (3).
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TCA plea on IPL complimentary tickets
Telangana Cricket Association general secretary D Guruva Reddy said that about 4,000 complimentary passes would be provided to the Hyderabad Cricket Association for every IPL match. However, he alleged that these passes are being retained by association officials instead of being distributed to genuine young players who are actively involved in cricket.
Reddy demanded that these passes be allotted first to young cricketers who are registered with both the Telangana Cricket Association and the HCA.
At the same time, the TCA also expressed concern over safety issues at the Uppal Stadium. It warned that conducting matches without proper fire safety clearances could lead to dangerous situations.
The TCA has also urged the Board of Control for Cricket in India to appoint a special supervisory committee to clean up the administration of the HCA. It further alleged that former HCA president Mohammad Azharuddin had also failed to comply with court orders.
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Dramatic comeback by India U-17 women
Pamela Conti’s substitutes played a decisive role as the Indian Under-17 women’s team staged a dramatic late comeback to defeat Myanmar 3-2 in the second of two international friendlies at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon on Saturday.
The hosts led at the end of the first half through Hnin Wint War Kyaw (12′) and Min Htone May Zitar (45′), who netted on either side of Alva Devi Senjam’s (33′) equaliser. Deep in the second half, India’s substitutes Anushka Kumari (88′) and Joya (90 1′) completed the comeback win.
The match was part of India’s preparations for the upcoming AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup, scheduled to be held in Suzhou, China, from May 1 to May 17. Myanmar, who have also qualified for the continental tournament, are using the fixtures as part of its preparations. India had earlier won the first friendly 2-0 on Thursday.
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Double delight for Hruthik
Fourth-seeded Hruthik Katakam won the singles and doubles titles in the ITF J60 tennis tournament at Gurugram.
In the singles final, Hruthik, who trains at Trinity Challengers Tennis Academy (Habsiguda), defeated third-seeded Dev Vipul Patel 7-6(8), 6-0, and later combined with
Prakaash Sarran to down Dev Vipul Patel and Om Patel 7-5, 6-4 in the doubles final.
Hruthik is coached by Henry Praveen and mentored by Vishnuvardhan.
