Chess legend Magnus Carlsen has weighed in on Gukesh Dommaraju’s decision to resign after just 18 moves in the second game of his quarter-final clash against Fabiano Caruana at Weissenhaus. Carlsen called the decision “prudent”, acknowledging that the 18-year-old had little to no chance of staging a comeback. Carlsen’s Take on Gukesh’s Resignation Speaking to…
Young Indian golfer Pranavi Urs, the top-ranked Indian on the Ladies European Tour (LET) in 2024, is set to make her much-anticipated debut at the sixth PIF Saudi Ladies International in Riyadh. The tournament, which begins on Wednesday, boasts a USD 5 million prize pool and is one of the most lucrative events on the…
The Esports Federation of India (ESFI) on Wednesday welcomed the sports ministry’s decision to include e-sports medallists and their coaches under its cash incentive program. The move is expected to drive an exponential rise in grassroots participation, further solidifying India’s growing presence in global e-sports. E-Sports Now Aligned with Traditional Sports The Ministry of Youth…
With the February 11 deadline for the final squad submissions officially closing, all eight teams participating in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 have unveiled their respective squads. The tournament, set to be played across Pakistan and the UAE from February 19, will feature some of the biggest names in world cricket. Late Squad Changes and…
Australia’s preparations for the Champions Trophy 2025 have taken a major hit with Mitchell Starc withdrawing from the tournament for personal reasons. Cricket Australia confirmed a significantly altered 15-player squad that will be led by Steven Smith, replacing Pat Cummins and Mitchell Marsh, both ruled out due to injuries. Australia’s Injury Woes and Squad Reshuffle…
Australia’s left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann has been reported for a suspect bowling action following the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. The report comes after Kuhnemann played a pivotal role in Australia’s 2-0 series sweep, emerging as the leading wicket-taker with 16 wickets across two matches. ICC’s Protocol for Suspect Bowling Action Following the…
