EPL PIX: City thrash Ipswich; United lose at home
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Kho Kho World Cup: Indian women's, men's team crowned champions
NEW DELHI: It was a historic Sunday at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium as both the Indian mens and womens teams clinched the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup titles with commanding victories over Nepal in their respective finals. The Indian womens team set the tone earlier in the day with a dominant 78-40 triumph. Their performance was a masterclass in speed, strategy, and skill. Captain Priyanka Ingle led from the front with multiple touch points, helping the Women in Blue build a solid foundation in Turn 1, where they scored 14 points. India continued their dominance, taking a 34-11 lead at halftime and never looking back. A stellar Dream Run by B Chaithra in Turn 4, lasting over five minutes, sealed the victory and confirmed India as the first-ever womens champions of the Kho Kho World Cup. The womens teams journey to the title featured impressive wins over South Korea, Iran, and Malaysia in the group stages, followed by commanding victories against Bangladesh in the quarterfinals and South Africa in the semifinals. Later in the evening, the Indian mens team followed suit with a comprehensive 54-36 victory over Nepal. Captain Pratik Waikar and tournament standout Ramji Kashyap were pivotal, with Pratik showcasing incredible skill and Ramji executing spectacular skydives that kept Nepal on the back foot. Indias Turn 1 performance was especially dominant, with the Men in Blue scoring 26 unanswered points. Despite Nepals efforts to stage a comeback in Turn 4, Indias defence, led by Pratik Waikar and Sachin Bhargo, proved impenetrable. The mens team had an equally impressive run to the final, securing group-stage wins against Brazil, Peru, and Bhutan, followed by knockout victories over Bangladesh and South Africa. This double triumph underscores Indias dominance in the sport, with both teams cementing their legacy as inaugural Kho Kho World Cup champions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian women's and men's teams on winning the Kho Kho World Cup title and said that today's a great day for Indian Kho Kho. Congratulations to the Indian women's team on winning the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup! This historic victory is a result of their unparalleled skill, determination and teamwork, Modi said in a post on X. This triumph has brought more spotlight to one of India's oldest traditional sports, inspiring countless young athletes across the nation, he said. May this achievement also pave the way for more youngsters to pursue this sport in the times to come, the prime minister added. Congratulations to the Indian womens team on winning the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup! This historic victory is a result of their unparalleled skill, determination and teamwork. This triumph has brought more spotlight to one of Indias oldest traditional sports, inspiring pic.twitter.com/5lMftjZB5Z Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 19, 2025 In another post, Modi hailed the Indian men's Kho Kho team for winning the Kho Kho World Cup title. Today's a great day for Indian Kho Kho. Incredibly proud of Indian Men's Kho Kho team for winning the Kho Kho World Cup title, he said. Todays a great day for Indian Kho Kho. Incredibly proud of Indian Men's Kho Kho team for winning the Kho Kho World Cup title. Their grit and dedication is commendable. This win will contribute to further popularising Kho Kho among the youth. pic.twitter.com/OvzUV6SpX0 Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 19, 2025 Their grit and dedication is commendable. This win will contribute to further popularising Kho Kho among the youth, Modi said. (With inputs from PTI)
Gukesh draws with Fedoseev; Mendonca loses in 2nd Rnd
Despite appearing optically worse, the Indian neutralised Fedoseev's advantage and steered the game into a balanced rook-and-pawn endgame, leading to a draw.
ISL: 10-man FC Goa climb to 2nd spot
FC Goa jumped to the second place in the league table with 30 points from 16 games, six behind leaders Mohun Bagan, who are sitting pretty at the top with 36 points.
Neeraj married Himani in a quiet ceremony on Sunday.
Indian women are Kho Kho World champs!
A brisk start marked Turn 1 as the Indian attackers took charge of the proceedings. Three batches in the Nepal women were out by simple touches on 7 occasions, putting 14 points to India's kitty.
Hosting 2036 Olympics not empty slogan: Mandaviya
Action plan ready to prepare India for hosting 2036 Games, says Union Sports Minister.
Manu Bhaker's uncle, grandmom killed in road accident
Upon receiving information about the incident, the police arrived at the spot and took possession of the bodies of the deceased.
Axelsen, Se Young win India Open in packed house
Lee, 2019 Hong Kong open winner, had finished as runner-up in the last edition and his dream of winning the title remained unfulfilled after he went down in the final for the second time in two years.
Djokovic snubs official broadcaster after win
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Australian Open: Djokovic sets up Alcaraz quarters
A solitary break in the eighth game was all Djokovic needed to take the opening set, as the 37-year-old looked in total control despite playing well within himself in perfect conditions at a packed centre court.
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Tesfay, Chepkemoi crowned Mumbai Marathon champs
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PIX: Alcaraz makes quarters after Draper retires
Carlos Alcaraz reached his second Australian Open quarter-final on Sunday when his opponent Jack Draper retired injured when trailing 7-5, 6-1.
Medvedev fined $76,000 for Melbourne misconduct
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Bopanna-Shuai in Aus Open mixed doubles quarters
Veteran Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna and his Chinese partner Zhang Shuai entered the quarter-finals in the mixed doubles at the Australian Open after receiving a walkover in a second round match in Melbourne on Sunday.
Seeking old touch, hoping net gains
A decade ago, Kidambi Srikanth and Saina Nehwal had delighted the home fans with titles in their respective categories at the India Open. The times were different then. Indian shuttlers boasted a vibrant energy. There were several talents in singles capable of rubbing shoulders with the creme de la creme of badminton. Fast-forward to 2025, the energy seems different. Singles results have not been envious at all. PV Sindhu (in 2017) and Lakshya Sen (in 2022) did follow the duos footsteps but with the gradual decline of Srikanth and Saina, and Sindhu growing older, India has been starving for potential talents capable of repeating that feat. Especially in the last two years or so. Given that the ongoing edition of the India Open is a BWF Super 750-level meet (it was Super 500 in 2015), it is much more challenging to get the wins. In the ongoing edition, Sindhu and surprise entrant Kiran George were the two shuttlers who went the furthest (quarterfinals). The results have been no different in other BWF World Tour events with Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty being Indias saving grace. Missing out on an Olympic medal in the 2024 Paris Games was the wake-up call. The Badminton Association of India is cognizant of this recent slump and is looking to reboot. The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles is 1273 days away. It might seem a long way away but every hour in the lead-up to the Games is critical for athletes with serious aspirations to challenge for medals. With the future in their mind, the BAI is looking to lay the groundwork so that shuttlers can return to the podium in LA and Games thereafter. For that the BAI is trying to look within rather than without. The focus would be more on Indian coaches. Its still early days as necessary approvals from the sports ministry and the Sports Authority of India need to be sought. But BAI does have something concrete in mind. The federation is drifting away from the personal coaches system. Indonesias Irwansyah was recently roped in as coach and he will help Indias womens singles players. Irwansyah was guiding Sindhu here but BAI is planning to form a group which will include five or six junior girls with Sindhu in the mix. The system will be ditto in other categories. Tan Kim Her will be passing on lessons to all the doubles players including Satwik and Chirag. We are in talks with the Sports Authority of India and the Sports Ministry at the moment. If we get their support, we want to create a group comprising Indian coaches, (players who retired recently or are planning to retire). We would like two Indian coaches to work alongside Irwansyah as assistant coaches to guide Sindhu and the rest of the juniors (womens singles category), Sanjay Mishra, BAI general secretary, told this newspaper. The logic behind this proposed move is for the local coaches to learn on the trade and become certified professionals. In that manner, the Indian coaches will get to learn the trade while working alongside Irwansyah. However, it is the need of the hour for the latter to focus on Sindhu for now. But the other junior girls shouldnt feel neglected. Thats where the two Indian coaches will come into the picture. With that thought process, the BAI is pushing for attractive remuneration for the coaches. We are still in talks. Our mentality is such that we are willing to pay a good salary to get the services of foreign coaches but we dont give that same priority to our Indian counterparts. They are not paid the same. My first request is to ensure that their salary is better so that we can lend them good financial support. We want it to be attractive enough so that they are also interested. If that is the case, they can fully focus on their jobs. If we rope in a local coach, we should at least be able to meet their financial requirements and take care of their family without worries. Indian coaches have been overseeing some of the top players in the circuit in recent times. Former players B Sumeeth Reddy and Manu Attri have been guiding Satwik and Chirag. RMV Guru Sai Dutt has also been guiding HS Prannoy and several other players from the Gopichand Academy. Anup Sridhar has coached Lakshya. Even Sindhu had briefly worked with Anup. While things might not have clicked for Sindhu, Satwik and some of the other shuttlers have been reaping benefits working under local coaches. Satwik was effusive in his praise after his and Chirags quarterfinal success on Friday. It has been beneficial. Along with Sumeeth bhaiya (brother), Manu has been training us since the Olympics. Seniors like them know our game well and provide insights. They were telling us to play a no-lob game, nobody wants to lift against you. They emphasised on focussing on the front court, as they were our opponents before. And its easier to communicate with someone local, especially in Hindi or another regional language. It feels good to have that connection, Satwik said after his win on Friday. Strength and conditioning vital, says coach Vimal It goes without saying preparing for an Olympics is an Herculean task and not for the faint hearted. There are numerous other aspects that should be aligned. Former national chief coach, U Vimal Kumar, stressed on the importance of concentrating on the fitness aspect of the game. Badminton players are globetrotters and play almost every other week. They have a gruelling a schedule. The strength and conditioning is a very important aspect. We need to take care. Its not just about playing badminton, especially for Lakshya (Sen). When youre really concentrating on these aspects, badminton is likely to go down a little bit, Vimal assessed. Racquet sports are very complex. There are no ready-made solutions for anything. There are phases that you need to re-visit. Its all about sincerity and not losing heart.
Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka romps into last 8
Images from Day 8 of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Sunday.
ISL: 10-man Kerala Blasters hold NorthEast Utd
The home team showed exceptional defensive prowess to hold the Highlanders at bay and secure a point despite playing with 10 men for over 60 minutes of the game.
HIL: Hyderabad Toofans end TN Dragons unbeaten run
Gonzalo Peillat scored a brace as Hyderabad Toofans ended Tamil Nadu Dragons unbeaten run with a 4-0 win in the men's Hockey India League in Ranchi on Saturday.
India Open: Satwik-Chirag's campaign ends in semis
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty's campaign at the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament ended in the semi-finals after they were outplayed by Malaysia's Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin in New Delhi on Saturday.
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EPL: Kluivert 'tricks' as Bournemouth rout Newcastle
Bournemouth midfielder Justin Kluivert struck a superb hat-trick in a 4-1 away win over his father Patrick's former club Newcastle United in Saturday's early Premier League kick-off, ending the hosts' six-match winning run in the league.
Collins taunts 'super drunk' Melbourne fans
Danielle Collins will exit the Australian Open as public enemy number one after roasting a hostile crowd at the Grand Slam and the American said following her defeat on Saturday that it was up to the fans if they wanted to repair their relationship.
Carrying the weight: Callaway Fairway bags are the perfect on-course companion
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Player complains of dirt, pollution and bird droppings
Danish badminton player Mia Blichfeldt has criticized the playing conditions at the India Open Super 750 tournament in New Delhi, citing pollution, dirt and bird droppings. She also said she contracted a stomach infection during the event, which she attributed to the poor conditions. The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has acknowledged logistical challenges in hosting the event and is looking for alternative venues. This isn't the first time foreign players have raised concerns about playing conditions at badminton events in India.
Tennis power couple Svitolina, Monfils shock top seeds
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I'm the best athlete at 38: Monfils outplays Fritz
-French flair topped American firepower as Gael Monfils turned back the clock to dump fourth seed Taylor Fritz out of the Australian Open on Saturday and celebrate his place in the last 16 with a dance on court.
India Announces ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Squad Today
Indias cricket team for the upcoming ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be announced today, January 18, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in an official announcement read. The much-awaited squad announcement will take place during a press conference in Mumbai, scheduled to begin at 12:30 PM Indian time. Team captain Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar, chairman of the mens selection committee, will be present to address the media. Squad Selection Details The Mens Selection Committee will finalize Indias lineup for both the IDFC First Bank ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy. Indias Upcoming Cricket Calendar Before diving into the ODI series, India will face England in a five-match T20I series starting January 22. The first T20I is set to be held in Kolkata, followed by matches in Chennai on January 25, Rajkot on January 28, Pune on January 31, and Mumbai on February 2. The action will then shift to the three-match ODI series, commencing on February 6. The ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to run from February 19 to March 9, following a hybrid model with games hosted in Pakistan and the UAE, where India will play all its matches. The prestigious tournament features eight teams competing in a 50-over format, with 15 matches in total. Indias campaign begins on February 20 against Bangladesh, followed by a much-awaited clash with Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai. The final league game will see India face New Zealand on March 2. Tournament Structure Group A includes Pakistan (hosts), India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh. Group B features the Cricket World Cup 2023 champions Australia, alongside Afghanistan, England, and South Africa. The ICC Champions Trophy will serve as Indias next significant international assignment after completing its home series against England.
Balaji-Reyes Varela crash out of Australian Open
Sriram Balaji and Miguel Angel Reyes-Varela were beaten by Portugal's Nuno Borges and Francisco Cabral in the second round.
Rashtrapati Honours Our Sports Jewels
A galaxy of the nation's finest sportspeople were honoured at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Aus Open PIX: Swiatek routs Raducanu; Navarro advances
Polish second seed Iga Swiatek maintained her perfect record against Emma Raducanu.
Manchester United great Denis Law passes into the ages
Former Manchester United and Scotland forward Denis Law has died at the age of 84.
Lack of bite in United's attack worries Amorim
Arsenal's Arteta wary of old foe Villa
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HIL: Delhi SG Pipers down JSW Soorma
Delhi SG Pipers had eight penalty corners - two in the first quarter and as many as six in the second 15 minutes, one of which was converted by Sangita.
ISL: Brilliant Eze takes J'shedpur to 2nd spot
With this draw, the Men of Steel moved to the second spot, eight points behind the Mariners (36) with a extra game in hand.
Manu opens up on Award controversy
Bhaker said the award selection panel would have followed due processes but sometimes errors can happen.
Dominant India dive into Kho Kho WC semis
In other matches, Uganda scored a decisive victory over New Zealand, securing their semi-final berth with a final score of 71-26, South Africa beat Kenya 51-46 to advance to the next round whereas Nepal crushed Iran 103-8.
Satwik-Chirag storm into semis; Sindhu knocked out
Tunjung dominated early using her delectable drops to good use and race to an 11-4 lead at the break. With Sindhu struggling with her strokes, it was all over too soon.
Kevin Kisners epic shank leaves Tiger Woods in hysterics at the TGL
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Alcaraz warns: Teen trio could beat anyone, even me!
Carlos Alcaraz said he thought the trio of teenagers who have lit up the first week of the Australian Open have the skills to play the game at the top level
Pizza perfect! Tien celebrates matching Sampras record
Learner Tien is the youngest American man to reach the third round of the Australian Open since an 18-year-old Pete Sampras in 1990.
P V Sindhu debuted as PUMA's newest ambassador at the 2025 Indian Open in New Delhi.
'Daddy' Tan returns: Can he lead Sat-Chi to gold?
Tan Kim Her's voice was tinged with emotion as he reflected on the journey of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, the two men he paired and who fondly call him Daddy.
Manu, Gukesh, Harmanpreet honoured, para-athletes shine
The para-athletes outnumbered the able-bodied ones in the list this time due to the magnificent Paris Paralympics performance in which they returned with 29 medals, including seven gold and nine silver.
Bopanna-Zhang advance with stunning win
Bopanna, Zhang advance into mixed doubles round two of Australian Open
Real Madrid booed at Santiago Bernabeu by home fans
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said that he understands the club fans booying him and his team in their 5-2 win over Celta Vigo.
Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka battles into fourth round
Aryna Sabalenka shrugged off a shaky display to fight her way into the fourth round of the Australian Open.
Diallo hat-trick lifts Man United to thrilling win
Three late goals from Amad Diallo dragged a below-par Manchester United to an unlikely 3-1 comeback victory over bottom side Southampton.
Punjab, Mumbai share spoils in ISL thriller
Punjab FC and Mumbai City FC played out a 1-1 draw in an Indian Super League 2024-25 match in Kolkata on Thursday.
World Champ Gukesh dreams of chess in Olympics
Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh is looking forward to the day when the sport will become a part of the Olympic curriculum, which, he said, would take it to an altogether different level not just in India but across the world.
Lancers sink Pipers 5-1 in HIL thriller
Dutchman Thiery Brinkman scored a brace as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers defeated Delhi SG Pipers 5-1 in a men's Hockey India League match.
Teen sensation stuns Medvedev!
Inspired American teenager Learner Tien outlasted three-times Australian Open runner-up Daniil Medvedev to reach the third round
Collins blows kisses at booing crowd, Sinner through
Danielle Collins gave the hostile crowd a roasting after beating local favourite Destanee Aiava in the second round of the Australian Open
Kho Kho WC: India crush Malaysia, storm into quarters
The Indian women's kho kho team secured a commanding 80-point victory over Malaysia, ensuring their place in the World Cup quarterfinals.
Women HIL: Odisha Warriors pip Bengal Tigers
Odisha Warriors edged past Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers 3-2 in a penalty shootout after their Women's Hockey India League match ended 1-1 in regulation time.
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Only Olympic, CWG, Asiad sports for National Games?
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha has proposed that only disciplines featuring in the Olympics, Commonwealth and Asian Games be considered for inclusion in the future National Games,
Five Indians aim to conquer Tata Steel Chess
Grandmaster D Gukesh will face his first major challenge since becoming world champion when he begins his campaign in the Tata Steel Chess tournament, which starts on Friday in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands.
Manu vs Smriti vs Vinesh: Who will be top sportswoman?
Paris Olympics double medallist Manu Bhaker, two-time Paralympics champion Avani Lekhara and ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat are among five athletes nominated for the BBC 'Indian Sportswoman of the Year' award.
Sindhu and Kiran keep India's hopes alive
Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu and Kiran George advanced to the quarterfinals of the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament.
This Indian mom leads Aussie kho kho team
Sonam said that in a sports-loving and multi-cultural country like Australia it was not difficult to build a team from scratch even for lesser-known sport.
Aus Open: Jabeur overcomes asthma scare for gritty win
Ons Jabeur slumped to her chair, coughing as she tapped her chest, three games into the opening set.
Infosys Brings AI To Australian Open
Infosys has launched a new array of AI-powered innovations and platforms for the 2025 Australian Open.
PIX: Big wins for Barcelona, Bayern Munich
Barcelona thrashed Real Betis 5-1 on Wednesday to book their spot in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals.
Coach Irwansyah good for India, says Jonatan Christie
NEW DELHI: Jonatan Christie was clearly operating at his will on Wednesday. The Indonesian singles shuttler was meticulous. Be it in front of the net or near the back line, he was bossing in every nook and corner of the court. Wang Tzu Wei, his Round of 32 opponent, was the one on the receiving end. Having conquered the All-England title and having posted other notable wins in 2024, the Indonesian has been carrying a different aura and hes intent on going higher, especially after a first-round setback in the season opener in Malaysia. His standards have risen and that was evident in his assessment later. I feel I havent been good enough because last week I lost in the last round. Today, Im really happy as I got through to the second round, Christie, who beat Wang 21-18, 21-15, later reflected. Christie was landing some telling smashes and was also displaying his ninja-like agility in front of the net. Wang was clearly suffocated before the inevitable transpired. I think I was just more patient and waited for him to make the mistake. Hes a very tricky player. I just tried to keep my confidence and my focus, Christie said. One of the persons behind Christies current aura inside the court is Irwansyah Adi Pratama. The latter is beginning a fresh chapter with the India womens players and the World No 3 Christie expects the coach to continue with the same vein. Hes a good coach, both on and off the field. He loves his players and its very good for India. Away from the court, he used to explain to me about dealing with losses. Sometimes you lose and you never give up. Hes also happy to be playing in India. Its really good to play here again. Every time I play here, I get support from Indian fans as well as Indonesian fans. Im happy to play here. The Indonesian pro will be hoping to continue to delight the fans.
EPL PIX: Arsenal down Spurs; Newcastle rout Wolves
Leandro Trossard transformed the mood at Arsenal with the winning goal as they recovered from an early setback to beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 at home.
Formula One: Sauber Team Representative Alessandro Alunni Bravi Steps Down
Sauber will become an Audi factory outfit in 2026, with Red Bulls long-serving sporting director Jonathan Wheatley set to become Audi team principal later this year.
Aus Open PIX: Swiatek, Raducanu charge into Round 3
Images from Day 5 of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Thursday.
