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Nov- 2025 -14 November
Ashi Chouksey and Anjum Moudgil miss out on a place in the 50m rifle finals
India maintained their second position behind China in the medal tally with three gold, five silver and three bronze medals, while China has eight golds and a total of 15 medals to remain on top of the medal table Hyderabad: Ashi Chouksey and Anjum Moudgil missed out on a place in the finals of the women’s 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) after finishing 15th and 17th in qualification, as Norway’s Jeanette Hegg Duestad became the world champion at the Olympic Shooting Range in Cairo, Egypt. Switzerland’s 17-year-old Emely Jaeggi won the silver, and Seonaid Mcintosh of Great Britain won the bronze. India maintained their second position behind China in the medal tally with three gold, five silver and three bronze medals,…
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14 November
FIDE World Cup: Indian contingent plays out draws
Arjun accepted a draw after 36 moves against the experienced GM Peter Leko, Praggnanandhaa split the point after 30 moves against GM Daniil Dubov, while Harikrishna also drew after 38 moves Hyderabad: GM Arjun Erigaisi and GM R Praggnanandhaa played out solid draws, while P Harikrishna saved the day after finding himself in a difficult position to head into a tiebreak in the fourth round of the FIDE World Cup in Panaji on Wednesday. Arjun accepted a draw after 36 moves against the experienced GM Peter Leko of Hungary with white pieces, Praggnanandhaa split the point after 30 moves against GM Daniil Dubov, while Harikrishna also drew after 38 moves. GM Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara, who won with black pieces on…
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14 November
Surge in fandom for SA20 in India
Over its first three seasons, SA20 has firmly established itself as the biggest T20 league outside India, powered by a blend of world-class international stars and strong franchise and broadcast support Hyderabad: SA20, South Africa’s premier T20 league, continues to witness a surge in fandom and affinity in India, a testament to the resounding success of ‘SA20 India Day 2025’ held in Mumbai. The event marked a key milestone in the League’s growing connection with the subcontinent and a launchpad to Season 4 starting December 26 – January 25, 2026. Hosted at the Museum of Solutions (MuSo), the celebration brought together League Commissioner Graeme Smith, South African legends and current stars Faf du Plessis (Joburg Super Kings), David Miller (Paarl Royals),…
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14 November
There is no competition with Pant, says Dhruv Jurel
India wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel dismissed any notion of competition with Rishabh Pant, saying the focus is on the team. Ahead of the South Africa series, he praised both sides’ fast-bowling strength and described his Test debut as a “surreal” experience. HYDERABAD: India wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel said it would be a very exciting battle against the visiting South African in the forthcoming series. “Both teams have strong fast-bowling attacks. Whether it’s Rabada and Marco Jansen from their side, or Bumrah bhai from ours, there’s quality all around,” Jurel said on JioStar’s ‘Follow The Blues’. “At the end of the day, if you want to win a match, you have to step up against good teams. South Africa are World Test Champions, so…
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14 November
Mohammed Siraj says South Africa Tests crucial for India’s WTC campaign
Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj termed the upcoming Test series against South Africa crucial for the World Test Championship cycle. Confident after strong performances in England and against the West Indies, Siraj said he is bowling with rhythm and eager for the challenge Kolkata: Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj is confident of putting up a strong show against defending World Test Championship (WTC) winners South Africa in the “crucial” Test series beginning here on Friday. India, currently third in the WTC points table, drew their away series in England before beating the West Indies at home earlier in the cycle. South Africa, on the other hand, began the defence of their WTC title with a 1-1 draw in an away Test series against…
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14 November
Shubman Gill fine-tunes technique in long nets session before South Africa Test
India captain Shubman Gill spent over 90 minutes at the nets in Kolkata, fine-tuning his technique ahead of the opening Test against South Africa. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan also trained hard, as the management inspected the dry pitch Kolkata: Transitioning from shorter formats to the rigours of red-ball cricket takes time, and India captain Shubman Gill spent close to an hour and a half at the nets, fine-tuning his technique ahead of the opening Test against South Africa, starting here on Friday. The Proteas arrive high on confidence, having secured a hard-fought 1-1 draw in Pakistan last month in challenging conditions. Gill, who struck a fifty and an unbeaten century in the two home Tests against the West Indies last…
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13 November
Telangana announces 46-member team for inaugural IPA Nationals
The Telangana Pickleball Association named a 46-member team for the inaugural IPA Nationals, recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Olympian Vishnu Vardhan leads the association, with Sameer Varma as Team Mentor and Sreekar as Captain Hyderabad: The Telangana Pickleball Association (TPA) has announced a 46-member contingent that will represent the state at the inaugural Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) Nationals, officially recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India. The official Telangana team jersey was unveiled by Jayesh Ranjan, IAS, Principal Secretary for Industries & Commerce and IT, Government of Telangana, who extended his best wishes to the players ahead of the national championship. Leading the state’s charge is Olympian and Asian Games Medalist Vishnu…
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13 November
Aaron George, Vihaan Malhotra named India Under-19 captains for triangular series
Hyderabad’s Aaron George and Vihaan Malhotra will lead the India Under-19 B and A teams respectively in the IDFC FIRST Bank Under-19 Triangular Series at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, Bengaluru, from November 17. Ayush Mhatre and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi were unavailable Hyderabad: Hyderabad’s Aaron George and Vihaan Malhotra will lead India A and B under-19 teams in the IDFC FIRST Bank Under-19 Triangular Series to be played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru from November 17. Ayush Mhatre was not considered for selection as he is currently playing the Ranji Trophy, while Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was not considered as he has been picked for the India A squad for the ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup. The teams: India Under-19 A…
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13 November
Sagar Chaurasia, Sathwik Reddy shine with tons in HCA A-Division T-20 matches
Hyderabad: Centuries by Sagar Chaurasia (105 n.o.) for Deccan Chronicle, N Sathwik Reddy (108 n.o.) for Central Excise, and a fine spell by Bharath Reddy (five for 23) for Combined Districts were among the highlights of the HCA A-Division T-20 league-cum-knock-out cricket championship here on Tuesday. The scores: A-Division T-20 league-cum-knock-out tournament: SBI 154/7 in […] Hyderabad: Centuries by Sagar Chaurasia (105 n.o.) for Deccan Chronicle, N Sathwik Reddy (108 n.o.) for Central Excise, and a fine spell by Bharath Reddy (five for 23) for Combined Districts were among the highlights of the HCA A-Division T-20 league-cum-knock-out cricket championship here on Tuesday. The scores: A-Division T-20 league-cum-knock-out tournament:SBI 154/7 in 20 overs (Derek Prince 66, Akash Bhandari 67, E. Sanket 3/20,…
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13 November
Hyderabadi bodybuilder Karunnapan Venkatesan wins Bronze at Mr. Olympia
Karunnapan Venkatesan of Hyderabad secured a bronze medal at the drug-free Mr. Olympia bodybuilding competition in Las Vegas, competing against participants from 16 countries. He is the only Indian to medal, adding to his recent Natural Mr. World Championship success. HYDERABAD: Karunnapan Venkatesan of Hyderabad won a bronze in the ‘Mr Olympia’ bodybuilding competition in Las Vegas conducted by the INBA with participants from 16 countries taking part in it. For the 49-year-old Venkatesan it was yet another creditable achievement considering this competition was drug free with stringent anti-doping tests conducted for every competitor. He also happens to be the only one from India to win a medal in this championship. It may be mentioned here that Venkatesan won gold in…
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