Author: Snehasis Mukherjee

Manu Bhaker ended India’s shooting medal drought over the past two Olympics by winning the bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol final in Paris. She also became the first Indian woman shooter to win an Olympic medal. Suma Shirur had a chance to make history at the 2004 Athens Olympics but unfortunately finished eighth in the final. Now, 20 years later, as a coach, she witnessed this historic moment through Manu’s achievement. Following this triumph, she had a quick chat with RevSportz’s Editor-in-Chief, Boria Majumdar, sharing her feelings and plans for upcoming events. An ecstatic Suma said: “I…

India’s badminton players began their campaign at the 2024 Paris Olympics on a strong note. The doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a straight-sets victory, while Lakshya Sen also won his match comfortably in the men’s singles. However, Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa were defeated in their opening match in the women’s doubles. Pullela Gopichand, the national head coach, expressed his views on India’s performance in an exclusive interview with RevSportz’s Editor-in-Chief, Boria Majumdar. Gopichand expressed his satisfaction with the way Satwik-Chirag and Lakshya Sen started their campaign, noting the importance of acclimatising to different conditions in…

Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Downtown Heroes Football Club (DHFC) in the opening match of the 133rd Durand Cup at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. Following a disappointing start to the ongoing Calcutta Football League (CFL), this win was essential for the Mohun Bagan fans, who found some joy and confidence moving forward to the season. A key point of discussion leading up to the match was whether the fans would see their new foreign recruit, Tom Aldred, in action. Despite arriving in Kolkata just a few days prior, the defender had participated in…

The 2024 Paris Olympics 2024 are fast approaching, and Indian fans are hopeful of medals in badminton. Among the participants, many eyes will be on the women’s doubles pair of Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto, who have shown great potential in recent matches. In this episode of ‘Trailblazers: Celebrating Champions’, Ashwini and Tanisha spoke with Boria Majumdar, RevSportz’s Editor-in-Chief, about their preparations, final week goals, strategies for handling pressure, and much more. Ashwini has the experience of multiple Olympic appearances, while Tanisha will debut in Paris. Reflecting on the journey, Ashwini emphasises the importance of these final days before departure.…

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, popularly known as ‘Sat-Chi,’ are a beacon of hope in Indian sports, especially in badminton. As the Paris Olympics 2024 approaches, Indian fans are eagerly anticipating a medal from this exceptional duo, who have delivered stellar performances in major tournaments over the past few years. In a candid conversation with RevSportz Editor-in-Chief, Boria Majumdar, both Satwik and Chirag shared insights into their preparations, handling pressure, and other aspects of their game. Satwik discussed the impact of the ‘Olympic’ label on the pressure they face during the event. He emphasised that while tournaments like the All…

Manolo Marquez has been announced as the new head coach of the India men’s football team. Following Igor Stimac’s departure. The search for a new coach involved several high-profile candidates, particularly those with experience in the Indian Super League (ISL). Among the notable names were former Mohun Bagan Super Giant coach Antonio Lopez Habas and current FC Goa coach Manolo Marquez. The All-India Football Federation (AIFF) stipulated that the final candidate must have prior ISL experience. Eventually, Marquez was selected and he agreed to a three-year contract. His current contract with FC Goa extends until May 31, 2025, meaning he…

At the Hangzhou Asian Games last year, India made history by winning 29 medals in athletics. This achievement has heightened fans’ expectations for future victories, especially at the upcoming Paris Olympics. All eyes will be on Neeraj Chopra after his golden triumph at the last edition in Tokyo, but there are a few other athletes who could surprise the world. In this episode of ‘Trailblazers: Celebrating Champions,’ Adille Sumariwalla, President of the Athletics Federation of India, and Vice President, World Athletics, discusses Neeraj, the expectations from athletes, concerns regarding Kishore Jena, and much more in a conversation with RevSportz Editor-in-Chief,…

Rohan Bopanna is currently competing in the men’s doubles event at the Hamburg European Open in Germany alongside his partner, Sriram Balaji. Over the past 18 months, the 44-year-old Indian tennis star has experienced a phenomenal phase in his career. Now, with eyes set on the Paris Olympics 2024, there is renewed hope and excitement among fans. In a special episode of ‘Backstage with Boria,’ Rohan Bopanna discussed his preparations for the Olympics, his partnership with Balaji, and his thoughts on the defeat at Rio 2016 (mixed doubles with Sania Mirza) with RevSportz’s Editor-in-chief, Boria Majumdar. Said Bopanna: “In 2016,…

As the Paris Olympic Games approach, the Indian hockey team, led by coach Craig Fulton, is gearing up, with high expectations from fans. In a special episode of “Trailblazers: Celebrating Champions,” India’s key players, Manpreet, and Hardik Singh, had a candid conversation with RevSportz’s Editor-in-Chief, Boria Majumdar, about their preparations, the impact of their coach, recent learnings, and more. Manpreet said that winning an Olympic medal is a dream for any athlete. The team won a bronze medal in the Tokyo Olympics and strive for success again. He believes that India is physically capable of competing with anyone this time…

The Paris Olympics are fast approaching, and Team India are finalising their preparations to deliver their best performance on the grandest stage. In anticipation of this major event, PT Usha, the current President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), in an exclusive conversation with RevSportz, discussed her expectations, the arrangements for all athletes, mental-health management, and much more. Usha shared that preparations for the Olympics were progressing well, with athletes training in various locations, including Europe and India. The team includes experts in sports medicine, wellness, nutrition, and physiotherapy, ensuring comprehensive support during the event. A recovery centre will be…