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At the RevSportz Trailblazers 3.0 Conclave, some of Indian hockey’s biggest names sat down with Boria Majumdar to discuss the state of the sport, its resurgence, and the road ahead. From back-to-back Olympic medals to the rise of women’s hockey, here’s what they had to say. On the 50th Anniversary of India’s 1975 Hockey World Cup triumph, let’s take a look at how the conversations went on stage. Here are some excerpts. Boria Majumdar: Back-to-back Olympic medals. Have we regained our mojo in the sport? Dilip Tirkey: I am very happy with the progress we have made in the last…

The Indian Super League (ISL) on Saturday announced the dates for the 2024-25 Playoffs with the League stage concluding on 12th March 2025. The Knockouts will be played on 29th & 30th March 2025, followed by the two-legged Semi-finals on 2nd-3rd & 6th-7th April. The much-anticipated Final of the 2024-25 season will be played on Saturday, 12th April 2025. ISL League Shield winners Mohun Bagan SG, FC Goa (2nd), Bengaluru FC (3rd), NorthEast United FC (4th), Jamshedpur FC (5th) and Mumbai City FC (6th) have qualified for the Playoffs. In the Playoffs*, the teams ranked third to sixth will battle it out in two single-legged Knockout…

After an outstanding run in the WPL 2025 league stage, the JSW and GMR co-owned Delhi Capitals are gearing up for the tournament final. Having finished at the top of the table, they will be playing their third consecutive final and are determined to secure the elusive trophy this time. Vice-captain Jemimah Rodrigues shared insights into the team’s preparations, highlighting the benefits of the break before the final. “This gap has actually worked in our favor. We’ve had valuable team bonding sessions, and with the hectic schedule of this WPL, including back-to-back games and travel, this break came at the…

India showcased an exceptional display of talent on the second day of the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025 in New Delhi, with Rinku Hooda stealing the spotlight in the men’s javelin events. Competing in the F46 category, Rinku secured the gold medal with an impressive throw of 60.26 meters, continuing his stellar form after victories at the 22nd National Para Athletics Championships in Goa and a silver finish at the fourth Asian Para Games. He outperformed Sri Lanka’s Gamini Ketawala, who recorded 56.88 meters for silver, while Uzbekistan’s Elyorbek Elmatov settled for bronze with 43.01 meters. India’s dominance extended…

The World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025 kicked off on Tuesday, March 11, at New Delhi’s iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, marking the beginning of a thrilling competition that celebrates athleticism, inclusivity, and global unity. The opening ceremony drew a lively audience, with athletes, dignitaries, and fans applauding the spirit of para-sports. This year’s edition has attracted 280 athletes from 20 nations, including 195 men and 85 women, competing in 98 events over three action-packed days. The opening day witnessed several outstanding performances, with Indian athletes making a strong impact across multiple events. In the Men’s Discus Throw F11 category, India…

Minister Proposes Women’s Kabaddi League and Announces Cash Prize of INR 67.5 Lakh The Indian Women’s Kabaddi team was celebrated for their remarkable triumph in the 6th Asian Women’s Kabaddi Championship held in Tehran from March 6 to 8, 2025, where they successfully defended their title with a 32-25 victory over the host nation, Iran. The tournament, which had been on a break for eight years, saw India retaining the championship they last won in 2017 in Iran, defeating South Korea. Upon their return, the team was honored by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, the Hon’ble Union Minister for Youth Affairs and…

Hockey India has officially announced the nominees for the 7th edition of the Hockey India Annual Awards, set to take place on 15th March 2025 in New Delhi. This year’s ceremony holds special significance as it marks the 50th anniversary of India’s historic World Cup victory in 1975, the nation’s first and only triumph in the tournament. With a record prize pool of approximately INR 12 crores, the event is poised to be the most extravagant edition yet, celebrating the top-performing players, coaches, and officials who contributed to Indian hockey’s success in 2024. A total of 32 nominees across eight…

“If one state takes up one sport, India would be looking at 70-80 medal opportunities at the next Olympics,” Kalikesh Singh Deo, president, NRAI. He cited Odisha’s example, how the state had adopted hockey, when the popular sport was at its lowest. The Indian men’s hockey team has now secured back-to-back Olympic medals. Kalikesh, whose mother-henning of Indian shooting has significantly helped enhance the performance at world level, urged the corporate sector to take care of the athletes at grassroots level. For any athlete, health is paramount, and focus should be on that. Rani Rampal, the former Indian women’s hockey…

PC – RevSportz.“For a sportsperson, support is a lot more important during the formative period of his/her career. Once, an athelete has reached the top, financial aspect would take care of itself,” said Anant Arora, whose company OneByTwo Entertainment manages Rishabh Pant. Pant is the top rung. But what about those who aspire to reach the top level? Arora’s foundation helps them as well, but Sameer Pathak, CEO, Global Chess League, nailed it when he spoke about reciprocation. “I think too much emphasis is being put on the corporate sector. When money is invested in something,…

“Lowest was between the years 1980-90, badminton didn’t win a medal. And in ’94, in Canada, the Indian team wasn’t sent to the Commonwealth Games because the team didn’t meet the standards. Highest (level) of the sport was in 2022 when India won the Davis Cup,” Pullela Gopichand said. “The problem about being on a public platform is that I can’t reveal all the truths. I will keep the honest answers for the in-rooms of BAI and SAI. Sport has grown huge; the influx has ensured the systemic changes needed. The system has to come together, the tank is filled…