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.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 22 (ANI): The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) announced significant format changes for Season 12 on Friday, introducing an enhanced league stage and revamped Playoff structure designed to intensify competition and provide fans with more thrilling kabaddi action. The upcoming season - commencing on August 29 - will travel to Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai and Delhi, bringing the PKL experience closer to fans deeper in India, as per a press release from PKL. -Enhanced League Stage StructureThe upcoming season will feature an exciting league stage with 108 matches, where each team will play 18 matches. This format elevates the competition by ensuring teams face rigorous tests throughout the league stage, while maintaining high-intensity kabaddi action for fans. It will also provide every franchise with substantial opportunities to demonstrate their capabilities.-Comprehensive Tie-Breaking SystemPKL Season 12 introduces a comprehensive tie-breaker rule system, including the Golden Raid format, to all league-stage matches. Previously limited only to Playoff matches, this system now ensures decisive outcomes throughout the tournament.In case of ties, teams will engage in a structured 5-raid shootout with special rules as follows:-Both teams field 7 players with the baulk line treated as baulk line cum bonus line-Each team nominates 5 different raiders who raid alternately-Out and revival rules don't apply - only points scored count-If still tied after 5 raids, the Golden Raid rule appliesThe Golden Raid format adds drama to crucial moments, where a fresh toss determines which team gets the decisive raiding opportunity. If both teams remain tied after golden raids, the winner is decided by a coin toss.This new rule maintains PKL's competitive spirit while eliminating tied results, guaranteeing decisive outcomes and heightened drama in every match.-Simplified Points Table SystemAs part of efforts to enhance clarity and accessibility for fans, the Pro Kabaddi League has simplified its points system for the upcoming season. Teams will now be awarded 2 points for a win and 0 points for a loss. The revised format makes the standings more straightforward and easier to follow, reinforcing the league's commitment to providing a clear and engaging experience for its fans.-Introduction of Play-ins & Playoffs Format RevampThis season will see the introduction of Play-ins alongside a revamped Playoffs structure. For the first time, the top 8 teams from the league stage will have the chance to qualify for the Playoffs, opening up opportunities for more franchises to compete for the trophy. At the same time, the Play-ins ensure that every league-stage position carries greater weight, making each match more crucial than ever.Under the new structure:-Teams finishing 5th to 8th will battle in Play-in matches, with the winners progressing to the Eliminators.-Teams finishing 3rd and 4th will face off in a Mini-Qualifier. The winner moves ahead, while the loser still gets another chance later in the Playoffs.-The top two league-stage teams (1st and 2nd) will meet in Qualifier 1, with the winner going directly to the Final. The losing team will have another shot at the Final via Qualifier 2.-The Playoffs journey will now flow through three Eliminators and two Qualifiers, ensuring a thrilling build-up to the Final showdown.This new structure increases the intensity of the competition, keeps more fan bases engaged for longer, and raises the stakes in every match on the road to the championship. (ANI)
Hardik Pandya played an excellent knock of 69 runs in 30 balls to lead Baroda to a three-wicket win over Tamil Nadu in a high-scoring Group B match at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Wednesday. Hardik's innings included four 4s and seven 6s. Out of those seven sixes, four came in the 17th over bowled by left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh. Chasing a stiff total of 222, Baroda was at 121 for 4 when Hardik came out to bat after the dismissal of his elder brother Krunal. The equation came down to 66 needed off 24 balls when Gurjapneet, a 6'3" seamer bought for Rs 2.2 crore by five-time Indian Prem ...Read More >
Widely celebrated as the High Flyer of PKL, Pawan Sehrawat is one of the most dynamic players in the league's history. He became the most expensive player in PKL when Tamil Thalaivas signed him for ₹2.26 crores in Season 9. Representing the Reserve Bank of India, Pawan has also brought pride to the nation, winning the gold medal at the 2019 South Asian Games and the 2023 Asian Kabaddi Championship. Joining him in leadership is Arjun Deshwal, the Raid Machine of PKL, who takes on the role of Vi ...Read More >
BENGALURU: The television screen flickered with anticipation as three Pro Kabaddi League franchises locked horns in an intense bidding war. Sitting in his modest home, Yogesh Dahiya watched his fate unfold in real-time, his heart racing with each escalating bid. "I was watching the player auction live on TV. I could see Bengaluru Bulls bidding, then Patna Pirates, then Bengal Warriorz. I was watching all this unfold," recalls the 23-year-old defender. He emerged as the most expensive Indian defender bought during a PKL Player Auction, after he was signed by Bengaluru Bulls for a staggering IN ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], July 8 (ANI): The moment Uday Parte name echoed through the Pro Kabaddi Season 12 League Player Auction hall on June 1 as the second most expensive player from Category D, the 23-year-old from Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, felt a surge of emotions he could barely contain. Nothing was going on in my mind at that time, I was just thinking, taking it all in, that it, he recalled with humility about the life-changing moment that would see him don the Jaipur Pink Panthers jersey for the upcoming campaign, as quoted from a press release by PKL. For Uday, the journey to profess ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Medulla Communications Pvt. Ltd., one of the world's most awarded healthcare-specialist advertising agencies, has announced the launch of its new hub in Singapore. With over 15 years of experience in solving complex healthcare challenges, Medulla is now looking to create a super-specialist category as the first digital healthcare advertising agency in Asia. New Hub to Deliver Scalable, Specialist Healthcare Marketing Solutions Across APAC. Also Read | New Cheque Clearing System: Banks To Clear Cheques Within Few Hours Starting October 4, Announces RBI. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 20 (ANI): Ahead of the 12th season of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL), Bengaluru Bulls coach BC Ramesh spoke on his team focus on defence for this season, saying that the aim is to have one of the best defensive units. The 12th season of PKL will kickstart from August 29 onwards, with the one-time PKL champion set to play Puneri Paltan on that day during their campaign opener. Speaking ahead of the tournament during a media day organised by JioStar, Ramesh said, This season we have focused on our defence. Our aim is to have one of the best defensive units. We ha ...Read More >
Bellary (Karnataka) [India], April 1 (ANI): Indian kabaddi star Jaideep Dahiya has praised the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) in Bellary for providing world-class facilities and training, calling it the best sports centre in India for Kabaddi players.The Haryana Steelers star, who has been associated with the franchise for five years, added that both pre-season and off-season camps at the IIS have significantly enhanced his preparation. Dahiya, who is a left-cover defender, made his Pro Kabaddi ...Read More >
Naveen Kumar Goyat, once a reluctant student, now shines in Pro Kabaddi League. Haryana Steelers acquired him for a significant amount. Goyat attributes his success to his father's support and PKL's impact. Surjeet Singh Narwal, another kabaddi star, highlights the challenges faced and PKL's role in elevating the sport. Both players acknowledge PKL's positive influence on kabaddi's popularity and players' lives. Naveen Kumar Goyat used to play kabaddi in his childhood to escape studying, and tod ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], August 28 (ANI): Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is here and is set to be an exciting and the most aggressive one yet, which commences from the picturesque port city of Vizag in Andhra Pradesh. The league returns here after a seven-year gap on August 29, which also marks the National Sports Day of India, according to a release from PKL. This Season of PKL will see home favourites Telugu Titans take on Tamil Thalaivas in the curtain-raiser, whilst the Bengaluru Bulls and the Puneri Paltan play the second match of the day, at the Vishwanadh Spor ...Read More >
After 108 league-stage encounters across four cities, the 12th season of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) moves to its business end as eight teams qualify for the Playoffs. The competition begins with the Play-ins on Saturday, where the defending champions, Haryana Steelers will take on the Jaipur Pink Panthers. Meanwhile, the Patna Pirates will take on U Mumba in the second play-in. The winners from there will progress to the Playoffs. The playoffs will begin from Sunday at the Thyagaraj Indoor St ...Read More >
Guwahati, July 1: The phone call that changed everything came when Aanil Mohan was fast asleep. By the time he woke up, his life had been changed. U Mumba had just secured his signature for a staggering Rs 78 lakhs - the highest-ever bid in Category D in Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) history - but the young man from the small village of Jasui in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district was still processing the magnitude of what just happened. "At first, I couldn't believe it," Aanil recalled. "When I found out that U Mumba bought me for Rs 78 lakhs, I just couldn't believe it was real." In the world o ...Read More >
Kolkata, Aug 26 (PTI) Bengal Warriorz on Tuesday announced star raider Devank Dalal as their captain for season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League, with veteran defender Nitesh Kumar appointed defence captain. Devank, the most expensive Indian signing at Rs 2.205 crore, is coming off a record-breaking 301 raid points in Season 11, just two years after recovering from a life-threatening skull injury. Nitesh, the only player to cross 100 tackle points in a PKL season, has over 400 career tackles and proven leadership to Bengal's defence. "I've fought hard to be back on this stage, and I want to lea ...Read More >
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 21: KP Group, a leading name in India's renewable energy sector, is stepping up its expansion with a clear goal of reaching 10 GW capacity by 2030. With projects already underway in Gujarat, the Group is working on projects in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, supported by a strong order book and government partnerships. KP Group has signed memoranda of understanding with Gujarat, Odisha, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh for over 2.6 GW of renewable projects, while exploring new opportunities in other states. The Group has already e ...Read More >
IMAGE: Bengaluru Bulls, who have six points from as many outings, are placed fifth on the points table. Photograph: Pro Kabaddi League/X Bengaluru Bulls defeated Jaipur Pink Panthers in the opening clash of the Jaipur leg of the Pro Kabaddi League, with a convincing 28-23 win at the SMS Indoor Stadium on Friday. Deepak Sankar registered another high five, while Alireza Mirzaian led the raiding department with eight points for the visitors. For the Pink Panthers, Nitin Kumar also earned eight p ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) On Day 15 of the Pro Kabaddi League Season 12, the Bengal Warriorz faced yet another tough outing as they slumped to their fourth consecutive defeat, this time at the hands of a rejuvenated Tamil Thalaivas side. The Warriorz now find themselves struggling with both form and cohesion. Analysing the game on KBD Live, JioStar expert Rishank Devadiga pointed out the core issues haunting the Bengal outfit - poor coordination between their defense and raiding departments. "We rarely get to see defensive performances like this, but the way the Tamil Thalaivas defe ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) U Mumba began their Chennai leg with a convincing 42-24 win against hosts Tamil Thalaivas at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium. The season 2 champions got back to winning ways after three consecutive losses, moving to sixth place on the points table as a result. Reflecting on the win, U Mumba head coach Anil Chaprana stated, "After three losses, we had to motivate the players. I know that they have no shortcomings. If we play to our strengths, we can defeat any team. So, as a coach, it's our job to motivate them and encourage them to play their own game. In ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14 (ANI): Reigning champions Haryana Steelers will be aiming to become just the second team to successfully defend their Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) crown in the upcoming season. Since their Pro Kabaddi debut in 2017, the Steelers have been one of the most consistent teams in recent years and have reached the Playoffs in four of the seven seasons that they have competed in. Also Read | Fact Check: Has Emma Raducanu Lost Out on Brand Deal With 'Toys R Us' Worth USD 3 Million After Complaining About Crying Child at Cincinnati Open 2025? Here's the Truth. Manp ...Read More >
The young raider from Bihar's hinterland has shown raiding supremacy and racked up Super 10s after spending a considerable time on the bench; the U Mumba player is keen to help the team win the trophy in season-12; recalls the influence the stint with the Army team had in his development Each season of the Pro Kabaddi League sees a few names step up from promise to prominence. U Mumba's Sandeep Kumar has been one such star this year. The young raider has quickly built an impressive body of work ...Read More >
Bellary (Karnataka) [India], April 1 (ANI): Indian kabaddi star Jaideep Dahiya has praised the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) in Bellary for providing world-class facilities and training, calling it the best sports centre in India for Kabaddi players. Also Read | PFF Layoffs: Cris Collinsworth's 9-Figure Deal With Teamworks Triggers Mass Layoffs at Pro Football Focus. The Haryana Steelers star, who has been associated with the franchise for five years, added that both pre-season and off-season camps at the IIS have significantly enhanced his preparation. Dahiya, who is a left-cover defend ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 caravan returns to Chennai after two years, and the kabaddi stars are ready to hit the ground running at the SDAT Multipurpose Indoor Stadium. The focus will be on Tamil Thalaivas as the home team prepares to take the mat in front of its passionate fans. Looking forward to the occasion, Arjun Deshwal shared how his team aims to build some momentum. "For us, we have to win all our remaining games in the league stage. Our next game is on October 1, so we'll plan for the opposition and give it our all in practice. This win (against Jaipur Pink Panthers) ...Read More >
As the Pro Kabaddi League 2025 hits its mid-season stride, the battle for playoff spots is heating up. On Tuesday, the Gujarat Giants completed a thumping win over the Patna Pirates. Meanwhile, in the second match of the evening, the UP Yoddhas edged past the Tamil Thalaivas by just a single point. With form fluctuating and rivalries intensifying, fans are in for a rollercoaster ride as the second half of the season unfolds. Let us check out the PKL 2025 points and standings after matches 83 and ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) American singer and actor Nick Jonas said 'happy birthday my love' as he penned a belated birthday wish for his better half, Priyanka Chopra. As PeeCee turned 43 on Friday, Nick treated the InstaUsers with a romantic picture of the lovebirds. The photo showed Nick kissing Priyanka on the neck as the two posed on the beach, with fire burning in the backdrop. Wishing his lady love on her birthday, he wrote, "Nothing brings me more joy in this life than celebrating you @priyankachopra happy birthday my love." Back in 2016, Nick reached out to PeeCee on Twitter, ...Read More >
Bengal Warriorz announced Devank Dalal, who was the most expensive Indian player at the recent auction, as its captain for Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Devank was signed for Rs. 2.205 crore by Bengal Warriorz and heads into the upcoming season after a record-shattering run last year. In Season 11, he finished as the league's top raider, with 301 raid points, and became one of the few players to ever cross the 300-point mark in a single season. Just two years ago, during the 10th e ...Read More >
Patna Pirates continued its impressive run after securing a commanding 46-37 victory over the Bengaluru Bulls in Eliminator 2 of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season 12 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium on Monday. With this win, Pirates booked its place in Eliminator 3, where it will face Telugu Titans on Wednesday. The Patna-based outfit was in top form once again, extending its winning streak to eight matches. Star raider Ayan led the charge with a brilliant performance, scoring 19 points, while the ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 11 (ANI): The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season 12 is set to witness an exciting clash between former teammates Aslam Inamdar and Akash Shinde -- now part of rival sides -- on August 29, with Bengaluru Bulls facing Puneri Paltan in the second match of the day. The league stage will also take place in Jaipur, Chennai, and New Delhi till October 23.The Instagram Live-part of a special Thursday series running every week until the season starts -gave fans a glimpse of the comp ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 22 (ANI): The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) announced significant format changes for Season 12 on Friday, introducing an enhanced league stage and revamped Playoff structure designed to intensify competition and provide fans with more thrilling kabaddi action. The upcoming season - commencing on August 29 - will travel to Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai and Delhi, bringing the PKL experience closer to fans deeper in India, as per a press release from PKL. -Enhanced League Stage Structure The upcoming season will feature an exciting league stage with 108 matches, where ...Read More >
IMAGE: Patna Pirates advanced to Pro Kabaddi League Eliminator 2 with a commanding win over Jaipur Pink Panthers, in New Delhi, on Sunday. Photograph: Pro Kabaddi League/X Patna Pirates continued their sensational run with a commanding 48-32 win over Jaipur Pink Panthers in Eliminator 1 to reach Eliminator 2 of the Pro Kabaddi League, in New Delhi, on Sunday. Ayan Lohchab led the way with his fifth 20-plus points -- a feat only achieved by Pardeep Narwal and Devank Dalal in the PKL -- while Nav ...Read More >
Jaipur Pink Panthers, on Friday (October 17), beat UP Yoddhas 42-29 in Delhi to return to winning ways in the ongoing Pro Kabaddi League 2025 (PKL 2025). With the win, Jaipur Pink Panthers ended their four-match losing streak. It was a much-needed win for the two-time champions. With 7 wins and 8 defeats so far, Jaipur Pink Panthers are currently at the 7th spot in the points table. On the other hand, the Yoddhas suffered another big blow in their pursuit of finishing in the top eight. With 6 w ...Read More >
Madhya Pradesh pulled off a stunning nine-run win over defending champion Punjab in a group 'A' fixture of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy at the Niranjan Shah Stadium here on Wednesday. Punjab needed 38 runs off the final four overs when Kumar Kartikeya had Nehal Wadhera caught at the midwicket boundary. Two balls later, the tweaker had Anmolpreet Singh chipping straight to square-leg. In the next over, Arpit Gaud plucked a stunning catch of Ramandeep Singh at deep midwicket off Arshad Khan, who later cleaned up Harpreet Brar. Sanvir Singh hit 22 off 14 to get Punjab close but MP's bowlers hel ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 12 (ANI): The Haryana Steelers are brimming with confidence as they approach the critical stages of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season. With qualification secured, the team is now focused on fine-tuning their performances and avoiding the pitfalls that have hindered them in previous editions, including their defeat in the final of PKL Season 10. Head coach Manpreet Singh offered a candid reflection on the team's journey, highlighting the complexity of their season. "Even after 19 matches, I still don't fully understand my team. They oscillate between cha ...Read More >