Badminton: Tanvi Sharma Shines at World Junior Championships
India's rising badminton star, Tanvi Sharma, has booked her spot in the girls' singles final at the BWF World Junior Championships 2025 in Guwahati. Sharma secured a comfortable victory against China's Liu Si Ya with scores of 15-11, 15-9 in the semi-finals held at the National Centre of Excellence. This achievement makes her only the fifth Indian to reach this prestigious final.
Shooting: Zoravar Singh Sandhu Claims Historic Bronze
Indian shooter Zoravar Singh Sandhu made history by winning a bronze medal in the men's trap event at the ISSF World Championship Shotgun 2025 in Athens, Greece. Despite challenging weather and light conditions, Sandhu hit 31 out of 50 targets in the final match.
Archery: Jyothi Surekha Vennam's Trailblazing Bronze
Star Indian archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam has scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman compound archer to win a medal at the Archery World Cup Final. She clinched a bronze medal in Nanjing, China, by defeating second seed Ella Gibson of Great Britain with a score of 150-145, including a perfect 15.
Football: Mohun Bagan Wins IFA Shield; India U-17 Women Qualify for AFC Asian Cup
In a significant domestic football clash, Mohun Bagan Super Giant emerged victorious in the final of the 125th IFA Shield. They defeated arch-rivals East Bengal FC in a penalty shootout after the match ended in a 1-1 draw at the Yuva Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. This win ended Mohun Bagan's 22-year wait for the title. Additionally, India's U-17 women's football team has qualified for the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup for the first time.
Hockey: Junior Men's Team Finishes Second at Sultan of Johor Cup
The Indian junior men's hockey team put up a valiant fight but ultimately lost 1-2 to Australia in the final of the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025 in Johor, Malaysia. India conceded an early goal but equalized through Anmol Ekka. However, a late penalty corner conversion by Ian Grobbelaar in the 59th minute sealed the title for Australia.
Cricket: Kohli and Rohit Return as India Faces Australia
The Indian cricket team is set to kick off a three-match ODI series against Australia in Perth today, October 19. This series marks the highly anticipated return of star batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to international cricket after a seven-month hiatus. Shubman Gill will lead the Indian side as the new ODI captain, with the first match taking place at Perth Stadium. The series is seen as a significant test for the returning veterans and a new era under Gill's leadership.
Gymnastics: World Artistic Gymnastics Championships Begin
The World Artistic Gymnastics Championships 2025 are scheduled to begin today, October 19, in Jakarta, Indonesia. Olympian Pranati Nayak will lead a nine-member Indian squad, comprising five men and four women, at this prestigious event. This marks the first time a South Asian country is hosting the global showpiece. Live streaming of the championships will be available in India.