From the electrifying victory of the Indian cricket team in the recent T20 series to the rising star power of young badminton sensations, India's sporting landscape is ablaze with action! This week alone saw record-breaking performances in the Pro Kabaddi League, showcasing the nation's unwavering passion for indigenous sports. The upcoming Asian Games are generating immense anticipation, with athletes across disciplines sharpening their skills and aiming for glory on the international stage. We delve into the crucial role of sports sponsorships in nurturing talent and boosting India's sporting infrastructure. Furthermore, debates rage on about the future of cricket's dominance in India's sporting ecosystem, with other sports like hockey and football vying for increased attention and investment. Stay updated on all the latest scores, match analyses, and exclusive interviews with your favorite athletes. Explore the dynamic world of Indian sports—from the bustling stadiums to the quiet dedication of rising stars—right here. Discover the stories that shape the nation’s sporting spirit and witness the unfolding drama of the sporting year.
FIFA have confirmed the seedings for the 2025 Club World Cup draw, which is set to take place on Thursday afternoon. The 2025 Club World Cup will be contested by 32 clubs from the six continental confederations and will be the first edition in this format to take place in the United States. Chelsea and Manchester City will be the two English clubs competing in the tournament as a result of winning the Champions League in 2021 and 2023 respectively. Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and PSG are also set to be involved in the tournament that will run from June 15 to July 13 next year. Clubs from other continents that have qualified include Boca Juniors, River Plate and Al-Hilal. Ahead of Thursday's draw, it's now been confirmed which pots that the teams are in and there could be some interesting match-ups on the way. FIFA have confirmed the pots for 2025 Club World Cup draw set to take place on Thursday Manchester City will be looking to retain their title after winning the competition last year Unsurprisingly, Pot 1 boasts the best teams in the competition - with Man City, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, PSG, Flamengo, Palmeiras, River Plate and Fluminense all in there. City are reigning champions of the competition after beating Brazilian outfit Fluminense 4-0 in the final last year. Meanwhile, Chelsea find themselves in Pot 2 alongside Borussia Dortmund, Inter Milan, FC Porto, Atletico Madrid, Benfica, Juventus and Salzburg. The Blues managed to qualify for the competition due to the fact they are - along with City and Madrid - one of the last three teams to win the Champions League. While they may have struggled in the years that followed their European success, they look to have finally found stability under new boss Enzo Maresca. Meanwhile, Pot 3 and Pot 4 are made up of a number of teams from across the globe including Neymar's Al-Hilal and Lionel Messi's Inter Miami. FIFA are poised to introduce a major rule change for the Club World Cup, according to reports. Enzo Maresca's (middle) Chelsea side are the other English team involved in the competition Lionel Messi's (left) Inter Miami have been placed in Pot 4 ahead of the draw 2025 CLUB WORLD CUP DRAW POTS Pot 1 Manchester City (ENG) Real Madrid (ESP) Bayern Munich (GER) PSG (FRA) Flamengo (BRA) Palmeiras (BRA) River Plate (ARG) Fluminense (BRA) Pot 2 Chelsea (ENG) Dortmund (GER) Inter (ITA) FC Porto (POR) Atletico Madrid (ESP) Benfica (POR) Juventus (ITA) Salzburg (AUT) Pot 3 Al Hilal (SAU) Ulsan HD (SOUTH COLOR) Al Ahly (EGI) Wydad Casablanca (MAR) Monterrey (MEX) Leon (MEX) Boca Juniors (ARG) Botafogo (BRA) Pot 4 Urawa Red Diamonds (JPN) Al Ain (UAE) Hope of Tunis (TUN) Mamelodi Sundowns (AFR) Pachuca (MEX) Seattle Sounders (USA) Auckland City (NZL) Inter Miami (USA) As reported by Sky Sports, clubs will have to take their strongest squads to the tournament and field their strongest teams. Despite the gruelling schedule faced by players, FIFA will not allow any stars to miss the tournament, even though it will take place during the off season. FIFA will let member associations of all participating teams open their transfer window from June 1-10 2025, which would enable new signings to be registered before the tournament starts on June 15. Clubs will also be permitted to replace players between June 27 to July 3 within a set limit.
Kerala Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman on Saturday asserted that Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, will visit the state as announced by the government earlier, and that the sponsor has paid the match fee for the event. He said the World Cup winner is likely to come in October or November this year, and they would be treated as state guests. The government would meet their security, accommodation and other facilities. The news would come as a fresh ray of hope for football fans in one of India's surviving football hubs. Earlier, several media reports had claimed that Argentina's scheduled visit ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): World Super Kabaddi League (WSKL) and the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) announced the launch of the inaugural edition of WSKL - a groundbreaking step towards making Kabaddi a truly global sport. With the active engagement of nearly 30 countries and formal confirmation from 20 national federations, the inaugural season is tentatively scheduled for February-March 2026 and will be hosted in Dubai, a strategic location chosen to maximise international exposure and fan accessibility. Also Read | Pep Guardiola Defends Jurgen Klopp, Unsure if FIFA Club World ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 2: Entrepreneur India EV 2025, held in Chennai on June 27-28, catalyzed bold conversations around India's electric future, bringing together policy visionaries, industry stalwarts, and capital enablers. The summit was a powerhouse of insights, partnerships and next-gen strategies--making it clear that India isn't just part of the global EV race; it's aiming for pole position. Also Read | FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Gonzalo Garcia's Goal Sends Real Madrid Into Quarterfinals With 1-0 Win Over Juventus (Watch Goal Video Highlights). Kicking off the two-day confe ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): The highly anticipated return of the Hong Kong Sixes was formally announced at the Conrad Hotel on Tuesday. The 2025 edition of the iconic event will take place from November 7 to 9 at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground. The tournament is an extravaganza unlike any other cricketing event anywhere in the world. The iconic tournament is unique in its format and boasts a history spanning 33 years. Also Read | FC Kairat Almaty vs Real Madrid UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Live Streaming Online & Match Time in India: How To Watch UCL Match Live Telecast on ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30: Lumina Datamatics, a strategic partner to global publishers and eCommerce retailers, is delighted to announce that it has been recognized as one of the Most Preferred Workplaces for Women 2025-26 by Marksmen Daily at the 2nd Edition of the Most Preferred Workplaces in IT, ITES & Women Awards 2025-26. The award ceremony was held on September 26, 2025, at Novotel Mumbai. Also Read | Will Lionel Messi Play Tonight in Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire MLS 2025 Match? Here's the Possibility of LM10 Featuring in Starting XI. This prestigious recognition highli ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Lionel Messi's much-anticipated visit to India as part of the "GOAT Tour of India 2025 is confirmed, with the three-city tour set to kick off on December 13, the Argentine star recalled his last visit to the country 14 years ago and said he has "good memories of a very special country". The three-day tour from December 13 to 15 will feature Messi's appearances in Kolkata, Mumbai, and New Delhi, with a fourth city to be announced, tour's event manager said. This will be the Argentine great's first trip to India since 2011 when he visited the country with h ...Read More >
Kolkata: Lionel Messi on Thursday confirmed his participation in the much-anticipated GOAT Tour of India 2025, calling it an "honour" to revisit the "passionate football nation" country where he last played 14 years ago. "It is such an honour for me to make this trip. India is a very special country, and I have good memories from my time there 14 years ago -- the fans were fantastic. "India is a passionate football nation, and I look forward to meeting a new generation of fans while sharing the ...Read More >
Panaji: The police were on their toes, as were the airport authorities, and fans buzzed with all-round excitement. The hotel where Al-Nassr FC were booked to stay during their time in Goa even reserved the presidential suite and the room next to it for security reasons, just in case Cristiano Ronaldo had a change of heart and decided to make the trip to India.Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d'Or award winner and ranked among the greatest footballers of all time, missed the previous two AFC Champions League Two games, home and away, and will now sit out of the group-stage clash against FC Goa at th ...Read More >
Kylian Mbappe has come under increased scrutiny after a difficult start to his Real Madrid career, with his underwhelming performance in the Champions League clash against Liverpool on Wednesday fueling criticism. The Frenchman missed a pivotal penalty in the second half, as Real Madrid fell to a 2-0 defeat, with many fans and pundits quick to question his adaptation to life at the Santiago Bernabeu. Several former football stars, including Bacary Sagna and Gareth Bale, have come forward to show their strong support for Kylian Mbappe. Sagna, in particular, drew comparisons between Mbappe and ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 2: Startek®, a digital-first global customer experience (CX) solutions provider, has been recognized by Great Place To Work® India among India's Best Companies To Work For 2025: Top 100. This recognition follows the company's earlier achievement of being Great Place To Work® Certified™ for 2025. Also Read | Margot Robbie Birthday: Red Carpet Looks of the Actress that You Should Check Out (View Pics). This recognition is considered the most definitive 'Employer-of-Choice' award and is globally acknowledged as the gold standard in identifying great workplace ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 5 (ANI): The Indian team's white-ball tour to Bangladesh has been postponed from August 2025 to September next year, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Saturday. The BCCI, in a statement, announced that it and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have reached a mutual agreement to defer the series, consisting of three Tests and ODIs each. Also Read | PSG vs Bayern Munich Lineups: Check Predicted Starting XIs For FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Quarterfinal Match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. "The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Board o ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) has suggested prioritising women in allocation of deceased donor organs.In a letter to the states/UTs, the apex authority for regulating organ donations and transplants in the country, has said a provision should be made to mark additional points for women recipients of donor organs, to address gender disparity. Studies have shown that while women make up a large percentage of donors, they receive fewer organs than men. "Women are equally vulnerable when it comes to end-stage organ failure due to illness, and it is import ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 24 (ANI): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved payment of Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) of 78 days for Rs 1865.68 crore to 10,91,146 railway employees, in recognition of the excellent performance by the railway staff. Payment of PLB to eligible railway employee is made each year before the Durga Puja / Dussehra holidays. Also Read | Atletico Madrid Eye Crucial Win Against Rayo Vallecano in Sixth Round of La Liga 2025-26. This year also, PLB amount equivalent to 78 days' wages is being paid to about 10.91 lakh non-gaze ...Read More >
India's D. Gukesh is set to face reigning World Chess Champion Ding Liren in Game 3 of the 2024 World Chess Championship at Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore. After losing the first game, Gukesh managed to hold Ding to a draw in the second round while playing with Black. In Game 3, Gukesh, now with White, aims to reduce Ding's lead and fight for an equal footing in the series. The match will be streamed live on platforms like FIDE's YouTube and Chess.com, with live updates available on Sportstar’s match blog. Fans can follow all the exciting action as it unfolds. ...Read More >
Kolkata: Nearly 10 years after his first match against Iran, a 0-3 loss in Bengaluru, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu had said he felt could have done more. When they met again, India lost 0-4 but Sandhu told HT in a recent interview that he and the team had given "absolutely everything." Monday's 0-3 defeat to defending champions Iran in the CAFA Nations Cup could feel like the away loss against the Asian heayweights in 2016. There was no denying who were bossing in Hisor, Tajikistan, but after 89 minutes, all Iran had to show for was Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh's toe-poked strike for which he had needed ...Read More >
Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], September 13 (ANI): Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) on Saturday announced the signing of New Zealand's former ICC World Test Championship winning coach, Gary Stead, for its Ranji team for 2025-26 season. ACA took to their Instagram handle to make the announcement. Also Read | Will Lionel Messi Play Tonight in Charlotte FC vs Inter Miami MLS 2025 Match? Here's the Possibility of LM10 Featuring in Starting XI. "BIG NEWS FOR ANDHRA CRICKET Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) appoints Gary Stead as head coach for the Ranji trophy team for the 2025-26 season! St ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 13 (ANI): Inspired by the Prime Minister's call on Independence Day to engage 1 lakh youth in politics without a political background, the National Youth Festival was reimagined as Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) with its first edition held in 2025, according to a press release from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Breaking the 25-year-old tradition of the conventional National Youth Festival, it aimed to foster youth leadership by providing a national platform for young people in the age group of 15-29 years to turn their ideas for a Viksit ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Argentina's World Cup-winning legend Lionel Messi paid tribute to Liverpool striker Diogo Jota following his demise in a car accident. Liverpool and Portugal forward Jota died in a car accident on Thursday in Spain at the age of 28. At the time of the accident, Jota was with his brother in the car, as reported by Sky Sports. Premier League and Liverpool Football Club took to their official social media and paid their condolences to the footballer. Also Read | Shubman Gill Records: Here's List of Achievements of Team India Test Captain During His Record-Breaki ...Read More >
All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey believes it is a matter of pride that an Indian becomes a coach for India's national team, reflecting on Khalid Jamil's appointment as head coach for the Indian Senior Men's National Team. AIFF earlier this month confirmed the signing of Khalid Jamil for a two-year contract, with an option to extend for another year, as the head coach of the Indian Senior Men's National Team. Jamil took charge of the national team on a full-time basis ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 23 (PTI) The Lionel Messi-led Argentina team will most likely face Australia in the eagerly-awaited friendly match in Kerala come November, official sources in the state's sports department said on Tuesday. No date has been fixed for the game, but it will take place in Kochi on any day between November 12 and November 18, the sources said. They added that Australia will most likely be the opponent of the South American giants. Another source said that a member of the Argentine support staff is expected to land in Kochi on Wednesday "for venue inspection." There were ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): Bajaj Auto Limited reported nearly flat total sales for June 2025 on a year-on-year basis, as gains in the commercial vehicle segment balanced the dip in two-wheeler sales. The two-wheeler segment recorded a 2 per cent YoY decline, falling to 2,98,484 units in June 2025 from 3,03,646 units in June 2024. Domestic sales dipped 16 per cent, but exports rose by 18 per cent, reflecting a shift in market dynamics. Additionally, from the period of April to June 2025, the total vehicle sales were at 11,11,237. Among the total sales, 6,34,808 and 4,76,429 were domestic ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jul 5 (PTI) Indian javelin superstar Neeraj Chopra on Saturday clinched the inaugural NC Classic as he realised his dream of hosting and competing in a world class event in front of the home crowd and family members. The 27-year-old double Olympic medallist emerged winner with his third round throw of 86.18m at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium watched by his parents. Also Read | Will Kylian Mbappe Play Tonight in Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Quarter Final Match? Here's the Possibility of French Star Featuring in Starting XI. This was his third straight tit ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 13: The All India Football Federation has confirmed that Khalid Jamil has signed a two-year contract, with an option to extend for another year, as the head coach of the Indian Senior Men's National Team. With previous head coach Manolo Marquez having taken a dual role with the national team and FC Goa, many questioned whether Jamil will take a similar role with his commitment to Jamshedpur FC. Jamil will exclusively take charge of the national team on a full-time basis and will begin his first training camp on August 15 at the Dravid-Padukone Centre for Sports Excellence in B ...Read More >
New Delhi: Traffic in central Delhi will be affected on Thursday as the traffic police has issued an advisory due to the Janmashtami and Tazia processions.According to police, the traffic movement in Paharganj is likely to be affected from 1.30pm in view of the shobha yatra for Janmashtami and the Tazia procession.The Janmashtami procession will start from Mandir Shri Banke Bihari Ji in Paharganj's Sangatrasan Bazar and pass through Desh Bandhu Gupta Road, Chuna Mandi, Main Bazar, Munja Chowk and Arakashan Road. The Tazia procession will start from Ajmeri Gate and proceed through Pul Paharganj ...Read More >
The UEFA Champions League 2024-25 is back and Bayern Munich is all set to host PSG at their home at the Allianz Arena. Bayern Munich had a topsy turvy start to their UCL 2024-25 campaign as they have lost two games against Aston Villa and Barcelona and won two games against Benfica and Dinamo Zagreb. Currently at the 19th position in the UCL 2024-25 league table, Bayern Munich will look to get crucial three points in this game and try to secure direct qualification to the Round of 16. They are in a good-form in the Bundesliga but doesn't seem to be adapting with the demands of the European com ...Read More >
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer discusses his growing field chemistry with forward Nicolas Jackson. Both players contributed goals in Chelsea's 3-0 victory over Aston Villa. With improved consistency, Chelsea aims for a Champions League spot. Despite being a relatively new team, they show promise against seasoned competitors like Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal. Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer expressed optimism about his burgeoning on-field partnership with forward Nicolas Jackson. Both players were instrumental in Chelsea's commanding 3-0 victory over Aston Villa on Sunday in the Prem ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 5 (PTI) The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday mutually agreed to defer the white-ball series between Bangladesh and India, which was scheduled to be held in August 2025 to September 2026. The away series was to feature three ODIs and three Twenty20 Internationals to be played from August 17 to 31 in Chittagong and Dhaka. Also Read | FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Live Streaming in India, Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund: Where To Watch CWC Quarterfinal Match Live Telecast on TV and Online With Free Football Score Updates ...Read More >
IMAGE: Khalid Jamil signed the contract after parting ways with ISL team Jamshedpur FC. Photograph: AIFF/X The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Wednesday said Khalid Jamil has taken charge of the senior men's team on a full-time basis for a period of two years with an option to extend his contract by one year depending on results. The AIFF said Jamil has signed the contract after parting ways with ISL team Jamshedpur FC. Jamil will begin his first training camp on August 15 at the Dravi ...Read More >
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Cheteshwar Pujara wants K L Rahul to open the batting alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second Test against Australia despite the arrival of skipper Rohit Sharma. Canberra, Nov 29 (PTI) Cheteshwar Pujara wants K L Rahul to open the batting alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second Test against Australia despite the arrival of skipper Rohit Sharma. Rohit's absence in the series opener in Perth allowed India to move Rahul to the top of the order from the middle order. Also Read | La Liga 2024-25: Straightforward Matches for Real Madrid, Ba ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Fluminese continued their superb run in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 with another stunning win over Saudi Arabian giant Al-Hilal, beating them by 2-1 to enter the semifinals of the tournament. Fluminense beat Al Hilal The Brazilian club opened the scores as Matheus Martinelli found the top right corner with a left-foot strike, putting Fluminense into the lead. Al Hilal, who advanced into the round of 16 beating Manchester City, levelled the scores with Marcus Leonardo scoring a goal six minutes after half-time. Hercules came into the field as a substitute in place of Martinelli i ...Read More >