In a remarkable underdog story, India’s Team MGD1 clinched the 2025 FIDE World Rapid Team Chess Championship in London, with the spotlight firmly on Atharvaa P Tayade, a 24-year-old MBA student from IIM-Calcutta and a self-described “recreational” chess player. Tayade’s stunning performance—11 wins in 12 rounds—played a pivotal role in India’s historic triumph, making him…
India’s men’s hockey team is undergoing a critical phase of introspection and recalibration after a disappointing finish in the 2025 FIH Pro League. Despite flashes of brilliance from forwards and penalty corner specialists, the team’s inability to hold leads in the dying minutes has exposed a glaring weakness: defensive lapses under pressure. A Campaign of…
In a dramatic conclusion to Group B at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, Brazilian side Botafogo secured a place in the Round of 16 despite a narrow 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. The result saw Atletico Madrid eliminated from the tournament due to an inferior goal difference,…
Former India cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar has strongly criticized the growing narrative of uncertainty surrounding Indian Test cricket in the post-Virat Kohli era. His remarks came after KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant delivered commanding centuries in the second innings of the Headingley Test against England, helping India set a formidable 371-run target. Rahul-Pant Partnership…
In a masterclass display at Headingley, India’s versatile opener KL Rahul lived up to his “Mr. Reliable” tag by steering his team to a commanding lead against England. Reflecting on his ever-evolving role in the batting order, the seasoned campaigner remarked, “I have forgotten what position I’m comfortable in,” highlighting his willingness to adapt and…
In an enthralling yet dramatic Day 4 of the India vs. England 1st Test at Headingley, India’s batting display took a sharp turn, leaving England with a daunting 350-run chase on Day 5. Despite a brilliant display from KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant that provided an inspiring 195-run partnership, a late innings collapse pushed India’s…
Despite Manchester City’s emphatic 6-0 win over Al-Ain in the FIFA Club World Cup, manager Pep Guardiola has admitted that lifting the trophy will not compensate for the club’s underwhelming 2024–25 season. Speaking ahead of the Group G clash, Guardiola acknowledged the team’s shortcomings in domestic and European competitions, stating that the Club World Cup…
In a thrilling display of resilience and attacking prowess at the FIFA Club World Cup, European giants Real Madrid and Manchester City delivered standout performances on Sunday. Despite facing an early setback with a red card, Real Madrid managed to secure a 3-1 victory over Pachuca, while Manchester City overwhelmed Al-Ain with a stunning 6-0…
Indian hockey stalwart Lalit Kumar Upadhyay has officially retired from international hockey, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable career that spanned over a decade and included two Olympic bronze medals. The 31-year-old forward made the announcement on Olympic Day, shortly after India’s 4-3 win over Belgium in their final FIH Pro League 2024–25 match….
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has offered strong words of support for Gautam Gambhir, praising the current Team India head coach for his passion, transparency, and deep respect for senior players. Speaking ahead of India’s crucial Test series against England, Ganguly reflected on Gambhir’s evolution as a leader and his early challenges in the coaching…
