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Satwik-Chirag overcome Malaysians, pain barrier to get within one win of a medal

Between shouldering the burden of bringing a home World Championship medal and burdening his shoulder in trying to do it, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy kept Delhi’s Indira Gandhi stadium thoroughly entertained. World badminton’s most…

By Sohail Khan · 20 Aug

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Sindhu’s valiant stand ends in agony as doubles pairs shine

India’s singles campaign came to an end even as Treesa-Gayatri and Satwik-Chirag reached the quarters Published on: Aug 20, 2026, 22:46:25 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link NEW DELHI: The…

By Sohail Khan · 20 Aug

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PV Sindhu vs Wang Zhi Yi: 8-0 record against China ends in Delhi

PV Sindhu walked into the IG Indoor Stadium in New Delhi with an unblemished 8-0 record against Chinese shuttlers at the World Championships. Eighty-eight minutes later, the Indian shuttler stood aghast, world…

By Sohail Khan · 20 Aug

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From California to the world stage, India-born Ishika charts her own path

Ishika Jaiswal impressed in a tough BWF World Championships match against Nozomi Okuhara, showcasing resilience and ambition for future success. Updated on: Aug 20, 2026, 22:30:26 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via…

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Sinquefield Cup: Pragg finishes second after Armageddon loss to So

The 21-year-old India grandmaster, who is having a stellar year, has qualified for the Grand Chess Tour Finals Published on: Aug 20, 2026, 22:10:25 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link…

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Resilient India hold England, through to second round

Needing at least a draw against the world No. 7 team, Tete’s team secured a goal-less draw to advance Published on: Aug 20, 2026, 21:59:24 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy…

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Indian women hold firm as goalless draw with England secures spot in next round

Bichu Devi Kharibam had already done it once in Hyderabad. Back in March, with India’s World Cup place on the line against Italy, the goalkeeper produced a crucial save in the 59th…

By Sohail Khan · 20 Aug

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India Open locked in winter window despite criticism

BWF's Thomas Lund seeks player support amid scheduling challenges for India Open during winter pollution, stressing the event's importance despite health risks. Updated on: Aug 20, 2026, 20:54:25 IST Prefer HTon Google…

By Sohail Khan · 20 Aug

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Chungreng Koren, the fighter who epitomises Manipur’s warrior spirit

The 28-year-old will face Japan’s Ryo Tajima in the bantamweight semi-final of Road to UFC in Shanghai on August 28 Published on: Aug 20, 2026, 20:48:24 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via…

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Arsenal favourities as another season starts with new rules, new coaches

Kolkata: As Arsenal begins its title defense, new managers in the Premier League spark competition, while teams like Chelsea invest heavily for improvement. Updated on: Aug 20, 2026, 20:41:25 IST Prefer HTon…

By Sohail Khan · 20 Aug