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Gurpreet Singh Sandhu has now entered his 13th year with the national team. As the most seasoned player in the Indian squad following Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, Sandhu recently reached a milestone of 75 international caps in a match against Vietnam, where he captained the side and made a critical penalty save. Currently, Sandhu is training in Hyderabad with the Blue Tigers in preparation for their friendly match against Malaysia on November 18. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, he shared insights into their preparations. “Everyone understands that this is our final FIFA-friendly window before the crucial Asian Cup Qualifiers in…

Brazil and Al Hilal SFC superstar, Neymar Jr believes Saudi Arabia has all the potential to be the best World Cup ever, if the Kingdom secures the right to host the FIFA World Cup™ in 2034. Following an exclusive tour of the Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup™ 2034 bid exhibition, Brazil’s all-time top goal scorer and Riyadh resident has thrown his full support behind the bid. Having lived in the Kingdom for the last year and witnessed the country’s deep love of the game alongside its ambitious plans to host in 2034, Neymar Jr said: “I think it’s the best…

The Indian Women’s Hockey Team launched their campaign in the Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 with an impressive 4-0 victory against Malaysia, playing in the historic city of Rajgir. Key players Sangita Kumari (8’, 55’), Preeti Dubey (43’), and Udita (44’) each scored, sealing three points for India in a performance marked by strong defensive organization and relentless attack. India began the match on a slower note, allowing Malaysia’s Nur Mohd an early chance following a well-timed run past India’s defense. However, Indian goalkeeper Savita came to the rescue with a crucial save, preventing an early deficit. Malaysia…

Odisha FC held Mohun Bagan Super Giant to a 1-1 draw at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar in tonight’s Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 match. The hosts took an early lead with a goal from Hugo Boumous via an indirect free kick, but Manvir Singh equalized with a well-placed header later in the first half. Although both sides created several chances in the second half, neither could find a decisive goal. Odisha started energetically, winning an indirect free kick after Asish Rai’s back pass was picked up by goalkeeper Vishal Kaith. From just six yards out, Hugo Boumous converted to…

UP Warriorz have announced the retention of most of their squad for the third Women’s Premier League (WPL) season in 2025. With 15 of their 18 players from last season retained, the franchise aims to build on its current foundation and strive for new achievements together in the coming years. Alyssa Healy, who led the team in the first two seasons, continues as a key part of the squad, along with Deepti Sharma, last season’s Most Valuable Player. The team’s core includes a strong mix of experienced international players and promising Indian talent, including Tahlia McGrath, Chamari Athapaththu, Sophie Ecclestone,…

Mahit Anand The new National Sports Policy 2024 (NSP) represents an ambitious roadmap to transform the sporting landscape in India. The policy’s vision of “Sports for Nation Building to Harness the Power of Sports for Nation’s Holistic Development in Amrit Kaal” is timely, necessary and well-positioned. Building on past policies and lessons learned from recent international competitions, the NSP is crafted to address multiple dimensions of sports development, including the strengthening of governance and institutional frameworks; talent identification and development of systems; enhancing sports infrastructure and ensuring equitable access to all aspiring athletes; creation of athlete-centric support systems; promoting social…

The 2025 IPL mega auction would be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25, the BCCI has confirmed. RevSportz broke the story on Tuesday evening that in a last-minute change, the venue has been shifted from Riyadh to Jeddah. It is learnt that the franchises have been notified in this regard, that Abady Al Johar Arena would be the auction venue. Interestingly, though, the IPL auction clashes with India’s first Test against Australia in Perth that commences from November 22. At the auction, 10 IPL teams are set to spend Rs 641.5 crore on 204 available slots.…

After arriving at the Sports Authority of India in Bengaluru following their bronze-medal success at the Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia, the Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team has had time to assess their performance. They secured the Bronze with a gripping win over New Zealand in the play-off. Sharing the team’s thoughts, Captain Amir Ali expressed, “We were deeply disappointed at not making the final due to goal difference. But we quickly decided there was no point dwelling on what could have been. Instead, we focused on the bronze medal match, knowing we couldn’t return home empty-handed.” Throughout…

India will soon have its first franchise league in sport shooting, called the Shooting League of India (SLI), as announced by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI). The idea, proposed by NRAI President Shri. Kalikesh Narayana Singh Deo, has been approved by the NRAI Governing Body. The league is expected to launch in 2025, pending approval from the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). Shri. Singh Deo said, “Shooting, especially after the recent Paris Olympics, has grown in popularity, and we felt this was the right time to launch a league. Franchise leagues have helped popularize other sports, bringing in…

Hockey India fetes the legend with Rs 10 lakh cash award; announces retiring Rani’s famed Jersey No.28 ~ New Delhi, 24th October 2024: In a poignant moment at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium today, former Indian Women’s Hockey Team Captain, Rani, announced her retirement from international hockey after the conclusion of the PFC India vs Germany Bilateral Hockey Series 2024. Known far and wide as the Queen of Indian Hockey, Rani now shifts her focus to coaching and nurturing the future stars of the sport. Rani’s journey began at just 14 years old, making her the youngest player for…