World Record Alert : At 14, Vaibhav Suryavanshi Becomes Youngest Captain to Score a Youth ODI Century, Sets World-Record Opening Stand

On a memorable Wednesday at Willowmoore Park in Benoni Indian youth cricket witnessed a moment that will be spoken about for years to come Vaibhav Suryavanshi India U captain and still in his early teens delivered a performance that went far beyond numbers on a scoreboard His brilliant combined with a world-record -run opening partnership with Aaron George powered India to a commanding win over South Africa U and completed a dominant clean sweep of the Youth ODI series The Youngest Captain to Touch Three FiguresVaibhav Suryavanshi s century was historic in every sense At the age of just years and months he became the youngest captain in Youth ODI history to score a hundred In an era where young players are often fast-tracked this achievement still stands apart because of the responsibility he carried Leading the team opening the innings and setting the tone of the match Suryavanshi showed

8 Jan 2026

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Ishaan Madesh Roars Back Into Title Fight With MRF Formula 2000 Win at MIC

At just Ishaan Madesh is racing not only against seasoned rivals but also against expectations that come with being one of India s most decorated young karting champions In early January during Round of the MRF Formula Championship at the Madras International Circuit MIC the Karnataka youngster once again proved why he is seen as the future of Indian single-seater racing With a commanding race win Madesh tightened the championship battle and ensured the fight for the title will go down to the wire The win at MIC was not merely another trophy for his cabinet It was a statement of intent Against a fiercely competitive field led by championship frontrunner Arjun Chheda Madesh delivered under pressure showing maturity well beyond his years As the National Racing Championship heads into its final round the duel between the two teenagers has become one of the most compelling storylines of the season

7 Jan 2026

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Chennai Takes Centre Stage as International Youth Sailing Action Unfolds

Chennai is once again ready to feel the rhythm of wind and waves as the SDAT th India International Youth Sailing Championship IIR gets underway from January to at the historic Chennai Port India s longest-running international youth sailing regatta returns with renewed scale and significance bringing together sailors from countries all under the age of in a celebration of skill endurance and global sporting camaraderie Over the years the championship has evolved into more than just a competition It has become a proving ground for young sailors dreaming of Olympic waters and a symbol of India s growing stature in international sailing A Truly International Youth ShowcaseThe edition will see sailors compete across five elite youth classes er Boys amp Girls Skiff ILCA Boys amp Girls Dinghy Optimist Boys amp Girls and iQFOIL Youth Windsurfing Boys amp Girls These categories represent the most competitive pathways in world sailing offering

6 Jan 2026

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Deepti Sharma Breaks World Record as India Whitewash Sri Lanka 5-0

Indian women s cricket ended the year on a historic high as Deepti Sharma created a new world record during India s commanding - T I series whitewash against Sri Lanka In the fifth and final match at the Greenfield nbsp International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram the Indian all-rounder became the highest wicket-taker in the history of women s T International cricket claiming her nd wicket and surpassing Australia s Megan Schutt The landmark achievement came in a series that reflected India s growing dominance in the shortest format and underlined the depth belief and maturity of Harmanpreet Kaur s side as they head into a crucial phase of international and franchise cricket The Record-Breaking MomentDeepti Sharma reached the historic milestone by dismissing Sri Lanka batter Nilakshika Silva in the th over of the visitors chase Though it was her only wicket of the match it was one that carried immense

31 Dec 2025

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Surya Charishma Tamiri Clinches Women’s Singles Crown at Senior Nationals

Surya Charishma Tamiri a -year-old badminton prodigy from Vijayawada etched her name in Indian badminton history by claiming the Women s Singles crown at the th Senior National Badminton Championships held in Vijayawada Facing a closely contested final against Tanvi Patri Charishma demonstrated resilience and strategic mastery After dropping the first game she staged a remarkable comeback to win The victory not only marked a significant milestone in her senior national career but also affirmed her arrival on the national stage signaling the emergence of a new talent capable of competing at the highest levels Early Beginnings and Family SupportCharishma s journey into badminton began at a young age influenced by her father Naveen Babu Tamiri a goldsmith by profession He recognized her energy and potential early on and enrolled her in a fitness program while she was in UKG Growing up Charishma accompanied her father to local badminton courts

30 Dec 2025

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Timeless Legends : Arjun Erigaisi and Koneru Humpy Lead India’s World Rapid Charge

Indian chess witnessed a landmark moment on the global stage at the FIDE World Rapid Championship in Doha as two of its finest players Arjun Erigaisi and Koneru Humpy stood on the podium in their respective sections Their bronze medals were not just personal achievements but symbols of India s growing strength and depth in international chess From the emergence of a fearless young star to the sustained brilliance of a seasoned champion the tournament reflected the beautiful continuity of Indian chess across generations Arjun Erigaisi s Breakthrough MomentFor Arjun Erigaisi the World Rapid Championship marked a defining chapter in his career Finishing with an impressive points from rounds the Indian grandmaster secured the bronze medal in the Open section after a crucial final-round victory over Aleksandr Shimanov His podium finish was decided on superior tie-breaks as the margins were very fine at the very top of the competition What

29 Dec 2025

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A World Record Beyond the Spotlight: Bhutan’s Sonam Yeshey Becomes the First Bowler Ever to Take 8 Wickets in a Men’s T20I

Cricket history is often written in packed stadiums by global superstars but in Gelephu Mindfulness City Bhutan the game witnessed something truly extraordinary far away from the usual spotlight Sonam Yeshey a -year-old left-arm off-spinner from Bhutan etched his name into the record books by becoming the first bowler in the world to take eight wickets in a single innings of a men s T International The landmark moment came during the third T I between Bhutan and Myanmar a match that will now be remembered as one of the greatest bowling performances the shortest format has ever seen What unfolded over four overs was not just a statistical marvel but a deeply human story of perseverance belief and the rise of associate cricket The Spell That Shocked World CricketDefending a modest total of for Bhutan needed inspiration with the ball What they got instead was magic Sonam Yeshey tore

29 Dec 2025

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Calm Under Pressure: How Praggnanandhaa’s Tactical Brilliance Helped Clinch the Global Chess League (GCL) Crown

In a thrilling finale of the Global Chess League GCL Season Alpine SG Pipers scripted a remarkable triumph overcoming the two-time defending champions Triveni Continental Kings to lift their maiden GCL title The finals held in Mumbai showcased a perfect blend of strategy skill and nerves of steel with Indian prodigy R Praggnanandhaa and Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri emerging as the heroes for their team The victory not only marked a milestone for the Pipers but also reflected the rising stature of Indian chess on the global stage A Narrow Path to the FinalAlpine SG Pipers had to fight tooth and nail to reach the final Their semi-final clash against Ganges Grandmasters was decided by a razor-thin margin of just one game point highlighting the competitiveness and unpredictability of the league While Triveni Continental Kings entered the final as favorites the Pipers rode a wave of momentum finding their form

26 Dec 2025

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Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Return With a Roar: Domestic Cricket Witnesses a Historic Moment

Indian domestic cricket witnessed a rare and emotional moment on December as two modern-day legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli stepped back into the Vijay Hazare Trophy after a gap of years Their return was not symbolic or cautious it was explosive dominant and record-breaking On a day when multiple teams registered victories the spotlight firmly belonged to Rohit and Virat whose centuries turned an ordinary domestic matchday into a chapter of Indian cricket folklore The Significance of a Domestic ComebackFor years Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have been fixtures only in international cricket especially in the ODI format Their presence in domestic cricket is rare and when it happens it carries weight beyond runs and statistics This return came at a time when speculation around their futures had grown louder with age and workload management often discussed What followed on the field was a powerful answer spoken not through

26 Dec 2025

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