In a landmark move to support India’s hockey talent, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has approved a monthly out-of-pocket allowance of ₹25,000 for players selected in the national camps of both the men’s and women’s teams. The decision, finalized during the latest Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) meeting, will benefit 80 players—40 men and…
India’s vice-captain Rishabh Pant lit up Headingley with a breathtaking century on Day 2 of the first Test against England, but it wasn’t just his runs that sparked conversation—it was his audacious shot selection and the commentary it inspired. Former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik, now a broadcaster, summed it up perfectly: “There’s a difference between…
Former India captain MS Dhoni is widely regarded as one of the most successful leaders in cricket history, having won all three ICC white-ball trophies—T20 World Cup (2007), ODI World Cup (2011), and Champions Trophy (2013). However, Indian cricket’s rich talent pool also included several players who possessed the leadership acumen to emulate Dhoni’s success…
From the frozen ponds of Ladakh to the international spotlight, the India women’s national ice hockey team has carved a new chapter in sporting history by clinching their first-ever bronze medal at the 2025 IIHF Women’s Asia Cup held in Al-Ain, UAE. 🥉 A Historic Podium Finish Competing against five other nations from May 31…
British basketball star Temi Fagbenle has opened up about her eventful 2024 WNBA season alongside Caitlin Clark, acknowledging the “outside drama” that surrounded the Indiana Fever locker room. Now captaining Team Great Britain at EuroBasket 2025, Fagbenle is embracing her leadership role while reflecting on the challenges and growth from her time in the U.S….
Indian hockey stalwart Manpreet Singh has etched his name into the annals of sporting greatness by becoming only the second Indian men’s player to reach 400 international caps, following a Pro League clash against Australia in Antwerp. The 33-year-old midfielder from Mithapur, Punjab, now stands just behind Dr. Dilip Tirkey (412 caps), the current Hockey…
Rising stars Yufei Long and Jamie Wei delivered a sensational performance at the Select Medical Orange County Cup, defeating the No. 4 seeded pair Jorja Johnson and Lacy Schneemann in a thrilling three-set battle: 12-10, 8-11, 11-5. Representing the UPA Asia Trailblazers Program, Long and Wei showcased grit and composure, bouncing back after dropping the…
Premier League champions Liverpool FC have completed the sensational signing of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for a club-record fee of £116 million, making the 22-year-old German international the most expensive signing in the club’s history. Wirtz, who signed a five-year contract, becomes the costliest German player ever and the fifth £100 million-plus signing in…
Football legend Lionel Messi once again proved why he’s the master of the moment, scoring a stunning free-kick winner to lead Inter Miami to a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over FC Porto in the FIFA Club World Cup Group A clash at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. 🎯 Messi’s Moment of Genius In the 54th minute, with…
In a poetic twist of cricketing fate, Shubman Gill has mirrored the historic trajectory of Virat Kohli, stepping into the dual roles once held by legends Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni. On Day 1 of the first Test against England at Headingley, Gill not only debuted as India’s Test captain but also batted at the…
