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At a crucial moment, Indian boxing is hit hard by unfilled coaching positions and a vacant High-Performance Director role, putting the preparations for the Commonwealth and Asian Games at risk. The ongoing salary dispute between SAI and BFI has paused necessary appointments, leaving the men's squad without guidance from a foreign coach.

Dribbling past hardships, MP girls now among women’s football elites

Tamil Nadu's Ranjith Kumar, an 18-year-old from Pudukkottai, has achieved a remarkable feat, securing an Asian U-20 bronze medal in the men's 4x400m relay. His athletic journey began just last year, with swift progress under coach K Kannan. Despite humble beginnings and family sacrifices, Ranjith's dedication has propelled him to international success.

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India's senior women's handball team will compete at the Asian Games, meeting continental ranking criteria despite ongoing federation disputes. The junior women's squad will also attend the World U-20 Championships, funding their own travel. The Indian Olympic Association is seeking guidance from the International Handball Federation on recognizing a unified body for future selections.

The defeat ended Vinesh's campaign after an eventful day in which she had first secured permission to compete in the 53kg category and then battled her way into the last four.

Boxing Federation of India has strongly refuted the sports ministry's allegations of governance and selection irregularities, calling them vague and baseless. BFI clarified that court proceedings only concern electoral disputes, not daily operations. They defended the COAS Cup as an additional selection avenue and blamed SAI delays for coaching staff salary issues.

Alexander Zverev achieved tennis glory at the French Open 2026, becoming the first German man to win the title in the Open era. Notably, he is also the first person with Type 1 Diabetes to win a Grand Slam, openly managing his condition during the final. His triumph offers immense inspiration to millions worldwide.

National record-setting pole vaulters Dev Meena and Kuldeep Kumar faced logistical nightmares transporting their expensive equipment, resorting to electric rickshaws and fearing for their safety. Similar struggles plague other athletes, highlighting a desperate need for better support from sports and railway authorities to ensure athletes can focus on performance, not just travel.

India faces immense pressure to reclaim the SAFF Women's Championship title on home soil after a seven-year drought. Coach Crispin Chettri emphasizes the need for collective progress towards the next Asian Cup, balancing immediate victory with long-term development. Rivals Bangladesh and Nepal are formidable contenders, adding to the championship's competitive edge.

Hours after becoming joint national record holders, both athletes were seen travelling in an e-rickshaw with their poles and equipment loaded alongside them after leaving Birsa Munda Stadium.

It is “necessary” that Vinesh Phogat be allowed to participate in the upcoming Asian Games selection trials, the Delhi high court said in its order made public on Saturday.

Footballer Abneet Bharti, currently with Academia del Balompie Boliviano, suffered a career setback after a cycling accident in Bolivia left him injured and unable to play. Bharti’s dream of representing India has already been hindered by bureaucratic challenges, but he remains determined to earn his first cap despite ongoing obstacles.

Akshay Kumar praised Punjab sprinter Gurindervir Singh, who created history by clocking 10.09 seconds at the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition 2026 in Ranchi, becoming India's fastest man in the 100m event. Despite early setbacks and coaches asking him to switch events, Gurindervir stayed determined and proved his doubters wrong.

With Indian football team's paucity of attacking choices apparent, Ryan Williams, who gave up his Australian passport to play for India, gathered plenty of media attention. Canadian striker Shaan Hundal is eager to follow in his footsteps but faces bureaucratic delays. He continues to hope for support to join the Indian Super League and secure a national team spot.

Vishal TK made history by becoming the first Indian man to run the 400m in under 45 seconds, clocking 44.98s. His remarkable achievement, celebrated by his coach and family, signifies a new era for Indian quarter-milers. This landmark performance, though just shy of Commonwealth Games qualification, highlights his dedication and potential.

Moments after RCB’s IPL 2026 victory, Patidar shared an emotional embrace with childhood friend Abhishek Pathrod, saying, “Dekha, jeet gaye. Kar diya na maine." The triumph capped a remarkable rise for the soft-spoken leader, whose calm captaincy and prolific batting helped transform RCB from perennial underachievers into back-to-back champions.

India has made a bold step forward in its sports strategy by appointing Dave Cousins, a former World No. 1 archer, as the head coach of the compound archery team, a decision aimed at bolstering the nation’s chances for medal success at the Asian Games and the upcoming LA Olympics.