India recently witnessed a remarkable sporting event at the Surge Stable in Bangalore with the inaugural FEI Concours Saut International 2* (CSI 2*) Two-Phase competition. The competition brought together some of the country’s top equestrian talents in a thrilling contest of skill, precision, and speed. Barath Manoharan emerged victorious on the third day of the…
The world of sports, while often a celebration of human achievement, discipline, and resilience, can sometimes be overshadowed by controversies, politics, and deep personal conflicts. One such instance arose within the Indian wrestling community in recent years, following a protest that shook the foundations of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). Led by prominent athletes…
AIVOT Golf & Sports Management Pvt Ltd, the exclusive golf facility and development partner of the PGA of America in India, has announced an exciting development in Indian sports. The company, in collaboration with Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate, Stonecraft Group, and Tvastar Golf, will launch India’s first set of PGA of America-branded golf courses. These…
All live sporting events under the newly merged Disney-Reliance business in India, including the highly popular Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket, will continue to be available exclusively on Disney’s Hotstar app. This decision marks the first significant step in the integration of the two companies and signals that Reliance, which holds a majority stake in…
The president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), PT Usha, has raised concerns regarding the proposed Sports Bill. She cautioned that the draft, in its current form, could lead to sanctions from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Usha’s warning comes in light of potential conflicts between the bill’s provisions and international sports governance norms. Meeting…
A significant consultation meeting was recently chaired by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to discuss the Draft National Sports Governance Bill 2024. The meeting, held on Thursday, brought together various stakeholders including Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President P.T. Usha, representatives from National Sports Federations (NSFs), and National Sports Promotion Organisations (NSPOs). The discussions focused on governance…
Cricketing legend and former Indian cricket team captain, Sourav Ganguly, has taken on a new role as the Director of Cricket for JSW Sports. This significant appointment marks Ganguly’s return to a leadership role in cricket, where he will oversee all cricketing operations for JSW Sports. This includes the management of key cricket properties such…
The latest tennis competitions have delivered thrilling victories and intense matches across several international circuits. Indian players Ramkumar Ramanathan and S. Mukund grabbed headlines with their impressive performances in the $133,250 Challenger tournament in Shenzhen, China. Meanwhile, several Indian players also participated in the ITF tournaments hosted across Egypt, Turkey, Uganda, Greece, and Spain, showcasing…
The West Indies secured a spot in the semifinals of the Women’s T20 World Cup with a commanding six-wicket victory over England on Tuesday. Led by Hayley Matthews and Qiana Joseph, the Caribbean side chased down England’s target with ease, eliminating their opponents from the tournament. This victory sets up a thrilling semifinal clash between…
In an impressive display of strategy and tactical mastery, Woman Candidate Master (WCM) Kriti Patel recorded her second consecutive victory at the All India FIDE Rating Open Chess Tournament. Competing against Devansh Nisar in the second round on Saturday, Kriti showcased her ability to capitalize on early advantages and control the game from start to…